Tag Archives: Sports

The college recruitment experience for student-athletes 

BY FRANK PAPEO  Sports Photo Editor  KARINA CRACCHIOLO- FIELD HOCKEY  Midfielder Karina Cracchiolo, a three-year varsity athlete who finished her final year with an outstanding season, led the midfield in assists (16) and points (22).  Cracchiolo announced her commitment to Montclair State University on July 28, 2023. “I had gone to a few clinics heldContinue reading “The college recruitment experience for student-athletes “

March of the egg babies

BY ANUSHA PERINKOLAM             The annual egg project kicked off on March 18, which explains why many students walked the halls with eggs in tow. The project requires students to participate in a weeklong trial where they must care for an egg as if it is their child.               The egg project teaches students how toContinue reading “March of the egg babies”

A cultural celebration

BY RITEE KARMACHARYA              On March 1, The Asian-American Club hosted their highly anticipated event, Mock Shaadi, showcasing a vibrant celebration of Asian culture. The event, held in the school’s cafeteria, featured dance performances, Asian cuisine, and an open dance floor that brought together students of all backgrounds.              “The food was really good,” saidContinue reading “A cultural celebration”

Bowling teams strike success

BY ABIGAIL PERSAUD              In a thrilling display of teamwork and talent, the girls bowling team won the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group 4 Championship in addition to multiple in-season tournaments. The boys, who started as underdogs, made a run to the NJSIAA Central Jersey Group 4 Finals.              The girls team showcased their prowess throughout theContinue reading “Bowling teams strike success”

Spring Sports Preview: Baseball

BY GABY MALANGA Sports Copy Editor              Coming off a powerful season for the baseball team where they won the NJSIAA Group 4 State Sectionals and beat multiple top-ranked teams, the boys seek to repeat with another dominant season. The team will rely on their elite returning pitchers and an influx of talent on offenseContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Baseball”

Spring Sports Preview: Boys Lacrosse

BY ANGEL CHIARAVALLO AND FRANK PAPEO             After a disappointing 8-10 season last year, the boy’s lacrosse team returns to the field, hungry for wins. The team will feature a veteran offense, a rebuilt defense, and a new game plan.              With over 15 seniors on the roster, the team can count on their experiencedContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Boys Lacrosse”

Spring Sports Preview: Track

BY MICHAYLA SMITH              The spring track looks for continued success in the upcoming meets. Fans can expect a season filled with new personal records (PRs), and hopefully some trips to Sectionals and the Meet of Champions.              The athletes anticipate improvements over their winter track performances. “Spring times are almost always faster than winter,Continue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Track”

Spring Sports Preview: Softball

BY ELISA CIOKU              Coming off a disappointing 11-16 season, the softball team expects a more successful season. With a lineup stacked with veterans and improved experience at pitcher, the team hopes to put it all together.              The team returns seven seniors with varsity experience. “All the girls are amazing teammates, and we all get alongContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Softball”

Spring Sports Preview: Boys Volleyball

BY AVERY PERSON  Sports Page Editor              The boys volleyball team finished last season with an overall record of 29-1, won the GMC Tournament, and reached the NJSIAA South Jersey Group 4 Finals. This year, they look to finish the job.               Some key players from last year have since graduated, including Blake Krapf, whoContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Boys Volleyball”

Spring Sports Preview: Golf

BY AVERY PERSON   Sports Page Editor              The boys and girls golf teams have a new golf course to practice and play on, and they have some key returning players to help them win.              Both teams will look to improve after placing fifth in their divisions last year. “We hope to win our GMCsContinue reading “Spring Sports Preview: Golf”