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Improvements planned for busy Bergen County intersection ahead of 2026 World Cup games
EAST RUTHERFORD — Improvements at one of the busiest intersections in town aim to fix the flow of traffic and improve pedestrian safety ahead of the influx of traffic expected as MetLife Stadium hosts 2026 World Cup games. A shared service agreement between Bergen County and East Rutherford was approved to move...
Softball: One new team joins Top 10 rankings as regular season ends
As the softball regular season comes to an end, the lohud Top 10 rankings stay largely the same as one team joins the list for the first time this year. Here's a look at the lohud Top 10 rankings as the Section 1 tournament begins this week. ...
Valhalla’s future in question for another PGA. Another dramatic finish wouldn’t hurt
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) — The PGA Championship is returning to Valhalla for the fourth time in the last 28 years, a greater rate than any other golf course over that span. Another memorable finish could go a long way in making sure it stays in the rotation. Two of...
Rosters announced for 2024 Bergen County Football All-Star Game
The 2024 Bergen County Football All-Star Game will be held on Saturday, June 15 at Lyndhurst High School. Kickoff is set for 6 p.m. The honorary head coaches are: former Pascack Hills coach Brooks Alexander for the North and former Ridgefield coach/AD Tom Bannon for the South. Here are the...
VOTE for the North Jersey Girls Track and Field Performer of the Week for May 6-12
After another thrilling week of the high school track and field season, it's time to look back on the best performances. Read about the athletes who stood out last week and let us know who you think should be the North Jersey Performer of the Week in the poll at the bottom of this page.
Softball: Vote now for lohud Player of the Week (May 6-12)
After another action-packed week, it's time to crown the lohud Softball Player of the Week. Meet the finalists that were catalysts on the diamond. The players' credentials are listed above the fan poll — which will be live until 2 p.m. Tuesday. The winner will be announced on lohud social media accounts on Tuesday night. Now, let's meet the candidates.
Paterson Charter Softball Falls to Glen Rock 12-2
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The Paterson Charter softball team fell to Glen Rock in a final score of 12-2 on Monday. The game started with both teams exchanging runs in the first inning, but Glen Rock quickly took control in the later innings, scoring five runs in both the fourth and fifth innings. The Lions struggled to contain Glen Rock's batters, allowing a total of 11 hits throughout the game.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Troi Jackson led Paterson Charter with a hit and a run scored, while Lexi-Marie Feliciano contributed an RBI. However, the offensive effort wasn't enough to overcome Glen Rock's dominant performance. On the pitching mound, Analeigh Feliciano faced a tough outing, allowing 12 runs on 10 hits in 4.1 innings pitched. Despite the loss, the Lions now have a record of 13-9 overall and 2-8 in the NJIC Colonial division. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Lakeland strikes quickly, wins Passaic County baseball title for first time in 18 years
PATERSON — Mickey Gilligan and his Lakeland baseball team seemed to be stuck on repeat in the latter stages of the Passaic County Tournament. Two batters into Tuesday night’s championship game at Hinchliffe Stadium, the sophomore catcher hit a two-run homer to ignite a four-run first inning. He had done the exact same thing in the semifinals three days earlier. ...
Tiger Woods is still deciding whether he has time to be Ryder Cup captain
LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Tiger Woods brings a lot of uncertainty to Valhalla for the PGA Championship. Some of that has to do with his achy body. And some of that involved the Ryder Cup. The PGA
Baseball: These Section 1 underclassmen have made an impact in Class AAA and AA in 2024
The jump to the varsity level is hard, but these young underclassmen have stepped up to the occasion and served as big contributors to their teams in 2024. Sometimes, the older stars get the attention, but the spotlight is on these middle school-aged to sophomore baseball players that are doing more than just holding their own for their teams and playing big parts to their respective programs. ...
Paramus HS Students Sign to Play College Sports
PARAMUS, NJ - Seven Paramus High School seniors officially signed to colleges and universities in early May. Christopher Aykurt ’24 - Wesleyan University - Football Ryan Beyer ’24 - Stockton University - Rowing Ryan Fernandes ’24 - Vassar College - Track & Field Meghan Jones ’24 - Montclair State University - Lacrosse Jaylen Bruno ’24 - Georgian Court University - Baseball Elias Rodriguez ’24 - Union County College - Baseball Isaac Moon ’24 - Moravian University - Football For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Baseball Game Preview: Sleepy Hollow Will Face Westlake
The Sleepy Hollow Horsemen will face off against the Westlake Wildcats at 6:00 p.m. on Monday. Sleepy Hollow is no doubt hoping to put an end to a four-game streak of away losses dating back to last season. Sleepy Hollow's hitters might be in the hot seat on Monday considering...
This Week: Crack of the Bat in Ridgewood
RIDGEWOOD, NJ — If you are a fan of baseball, then you will have plenty of things to do in Ridgewood this week. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Monday, May 13 Varsity Baseball vs. Bergen County Technical Schools, 4:15 p.m. 180 Northern Parkway, Ridgewood DOWNLOAD THE FREE TAPINTO APP FOR MORE LOCAL NEWS. AVAILABLE IN THE APPLE STORE AND THE GOOGLE PLAY STORE. Varsity Softball vs. Indian Hills, 4:15 p.m. 180 Northern Parkway, Ridgewood Tuesday, May 14 Varsity Baseball vs. Indian Hills, 4:15 p.m. 180 Northern Parkway, Ridgewood Wednesday, May 15 Ridgewood Zoning Board of Adjustment Meeting, 7 p.m. Village Hall, 131 N Maple Ave Friday, May 17 Varsity Baseball vs. Wayne Valley, 4:15 p.m. 180 Northern Parkway, Ridgewood For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
At a New York school, Soap Box Derby racing is on the curriculum
One wouldn’t ordinarily consider the Bronx as part of the country’s racing heartland. But in the insular, yet passionate, universe that revolves around soapbox cars, these neighborhoods in the northeast part of the rugged borough have become a fulcrum for soapbox competition. With the help of a recent...
Early offense paves Lakeland to 5th Passaic County Tournament championship
Lakeland never forgot their county tournament loss in the quarterfinals last year. The Lancers knew they had the talent to put together a championship season, but things just didn’t go their way. Fast forward to 2024 and Lakeland left no question as to what their mission is on the...
HS track & field: NDA’s SMR team sets Staten Island mark at Loucks Games; Gators shine in CHSAA Soph/Frosh Intersectionals
Notre Dame Academy’s sprint medley relay team established a new Staten Island record while placing second earlier this week at the prestigious Glenn D. Loucks games against the best teams in the state in White Plains, N.Y. The team of Katelyn Kleisch, Jordan Moore, Coryn Nestor Hubert and Abigail...
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