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Former Rutgers athletic director under investigation over possible relationship
Rutgers is conducting an investigation into a possible “inappropriate, consensual relationship” involving former athletic director Pat Hobbs, a source familiar with the probe told NJ Advance Media on Friday, and that investigation is believed to have spurred his abrupt resignation on Aug. 16. Such a relationship would likely...
Rutgers football’s last-second blowout score upset HBCU coach
Rutgers football's late-game touchdown against Howard University led to a tense exchange between coaches, sparking frustration and differing perspectives. The post Rutgers football’s last-second blowout score upset HBCU coach appeared first on HBCU Gameday.
Somerville star Loftin shares unfortunate news on eve of opener vs. Hillsborough
Somerville’s chances for an opening-night Top 20 upset grew dimmer only about 24 hours before its home battle Thursday night against No. 14 Hillsborough. Late Wednesday night, Somerville edge standout Jayden Loftin announced on his Instagram page that he would bee sitting out the 2024 season because of a torn ACL. Loftin, senior linebackers Max Nuzzi and Sean O’Neill, and senior DBs Brady Scheier and Spencer Carran were all to be part of an experienced defense that would help the Pioneers grow from last season’s 5-5 record.
Football Recap: Bernards Starts off Right with Win over Monmouth Regional
Bernards had to kick off their season on the road on Thursday, but they showed no ill effects. They blew past the Monmouth Regional Falcons 35-6 on the road. Given the Mountaineers' advantage in MaxPreps' New Jersey football rankings (they are ranked 66th, while the Falcons are ranked 240th), the result wasn't entirely unexpected.
Football: Veteran-led Somerville edges Hillsborough for dramatic opening-day win
SOMERVILLE – The Somerville High School football team has its sites set on a special season, with a senior-heavy club stocked with experienced varsity talent. Thursday, the Pioneers veterans made some huge plays in big spots and it netted them a hugely impressive opening-day win over one of the Big Central Conference’s other elite teams – and in dramatic fashion. ...
How QB Athan Kaliakmanis performed in Rutgers debut
A Howard defender charged toward Athan Kaliakmanis, the space closing quickly as the quarterback dropped back. He did not flinch as he got hit, floating up a pass to wide-open running back Samuel Brown V, who took the short pass and brought it 34 yards to the house. As Brown...
Monangai ties career-best with 165 yards rushing and scores TD as Rutgers beats Howard in opener
PISCATAWAY, N.J. (AP) — Reigning Big Ten Conference rushing champion Kyle Monangai matched his career-best by running for 165 yards and a touchdown to lead Rutgers to a 44-7 victory over two-time defending Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference champion Howard on Thursday night. Transfer quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis threw three touchdowns and...
FOOTBALL: Notre Dame Survives Miraculous Fourth-Quarter BRHS Rally, 40-38
LAWRENCEVILLE, NJ – The Bridgewater-Raritan High School football team launched its 2024 campaign with one of the greatest comeback bids you will ever see. Although they ultimately came out on the losing end at Notre Dame High School, the Panthers hope to ride the momentum of what ended up being a massive fourth-quarter surge the rest of the way in 2024.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Behind five total touchdowns by senior quarterback Julian Matera, Notre Dame (1-0) took a 24-point lead into the fourth quarter against visiting Bridgewater-Raritan (0-1), which then saw junior...
Football: Governor Livingston Highlanders Ready for Season Bounce-Back
BERKELEY HEIGHTS, NJ - As the Governor Livingston Highlanders gear up for the upcoming football season, third-year Head Coach Pete Ramiccio remains optimistic about the team's prospects. After a solid 6-4 record last season and making just their second state playoff appearance since 2009, the Highlanders are focused on continuing their upward trajectory, despite some key departures. The Highlanders will need to overcome the graduation of several critical players, including Owen Chait (RB/ILB), James Campbell (DT/DE), Matt Shaffer (WR/CB), and others who played crucial roles including Michael Geertsma (WR/FS), Aidan Kyi (WR/CB), James Daoulabani (C), Chase Conzolo (WR/OLB),...
Rutgers runs over Howard in season-opening victory
The identity of the Scarlet Knights is clear — run the ball and play defense. It might just be one game this season but it looks as though that will be the case once again. Kyle Monangai carried the ball 19 times for 165 yards, which ties a career high, and one touchdown as Rutgers was able to extend its lead in the second half of a 44-7 victory over Howard at SHI Stadium in Piscataway.
Fast start propels Immaculata past Kellenburg (NY) - Football recap
Cole Hayden’s three-touchdown day helped Immaculata down Kellenburg (NY) 35-21 in Somerville. Immaculata got off to a hot start and took a 21-0 lead in the first quarter with touchdowns from Cole Hayden, Quinn Hayden, and Nick Strokes. Kellenburg fought back though and made it a 28-21 game in...
High School Football: New Brunswick Can't Overcome Penalties, Turnovers in Season-Opening Loss
NEW BRUNSWICK – The Zebras of New Brunswick High School couldn’t overcome nine penalties and two turnovers, including a fumble near the goal line in the first quarter, in Friday night’s season-opening 28-0 football loss to Freehold Borough. New Brunswick was in position to take an early lead after it pounced on a loose ball on the Colonials’ 7. A bouncing punt had touched a Freehold Borough return man and was recovered by a Zebra defender.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The tables turned on the next play, though, when Freehold Borough recovered a...
Thomas rushes for 2 touchdowns as Manville tops Keyport - Football recap
Naquavere Thomas rushed for a pair of touchdowns and guided Manville to a 28-7 victory over Keyport in its season opener in Manville. Thomas led Manville rushers with 19 carries and totaled 118 yards. Thomas also caught a pass for 39 yards from Josh D’Ambrosio. D’Ambrosio and Thomas each...
Defense shines, Warren Hills outlasts Vernon - Football recap
Warren Hills forced three interceptions, including a 28 yard pick-six by Dave Rhinehart in the first quarter to help Warren Hills take down Vernon, 20-7, in Washington. Patrick Bland and Brock Duerring each contributed with an interception for Warren Hills (1-0). Quarterback John Korcukowski threw a 31-yard touchdown pass to...
Watchung Hills football turns big plays into opening-day win over Moorestown
They were more than impact plays. Senior Brayden Kelly made a pair of perfectly-timed impact plays Friday night. One set up the first points of the game and the second all but clinched Watchung Hills’ 31-7 win over Moorestown in the season opener for both teams. The Warriors don’t...
Morristown Football Look for More Consistency in 2024: Colonials Open Season Friday Aug. 30
MORRISTOWN, NJ – 2023 got off to a great start for the Morristown Colonials. The team started 3-1 and outscored their opponents 82-14 across their first four games. That is where the good times ended, however, for head coach Casey Flynn and the Colonials. Morristown would lose six of their next seven games culminating in a first-round playoff loss to Phillipsburg. “It was a great credit to the guys to get off to the start the way that we did,” Flynn said when asked about the inconsistencies of 2023. “We knew the challenge that the division was...
Football results: Big Central Conference and area roundup for Week 0
CHECK BACK THROUGHOUT THE WEEKEND. THIS ROUNDUP WILL BE UPDATED AS GAMES ARE REPORTED! SATURDAY’S RESULTS Hunterdon Central 42, North Hunterdon 14: Giovanni Veliz rushed for three touchdowns and Drew...
Football Game Recap: Belvidere Takes a Loss
Belvidere lost against Boonton back in August of 2023, and unfortunately they wound up with the same result on Friday. The Belvidere County Seaters lost 27-6 to the Boonton Bombers. This one was won in the trenches and the lion's share of the credit has to go to Sylas White...
Kaj Sanders shines as true freshman starter for Rutgers
Last night, Rutgers introduced a new player in the starting lineup on the defensive side of the football. True freshman Kaj Sanders took the field at the safety position when the Rutgers defense stepped on the field for the first time in 2024. Sanders filled in for injured starter Flip...
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