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These Morris County athletes are competing in Paris Olympics: Here's when to watch
As the 2024 Paris Games gets underway, there is plenty of Olympic spirit across the Garden State, particularly in Morris County. New Jersey has 21 Olympic athletes, according to a list provided by the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Committee. But that includes only those who grew up in the Garden State and not the many others who've lived or built their college careers here over the years. ...
Damar Johnson transfers to Lincoln Park ahead of freshman season
MIDLAND — Highly touted freshman prospect Damar Johnson has officially transferred to the Lincoln Park program coming into his freshman year of high school. Athletic Director and head coach of the Lincoln Park boy’s basketball program Mike Bariski is excited to have Johnson join the school and also join the basketball program after he toured the Midland-based charter school earlier in the summer. ...
Glen Rock Schedules Public Forum on Basketball Court Use
GLEN ROCK, NJ - The borough announced a community forum scheduled for September 16 to discuss views on basketball court use and public safety at Wilde Memorial Park after the May 21 shooting. "All residents will have the opportunity to express their views on these important topics," according to a public notice released Friday, July 26.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The meeting will take place at Borough Hall, 1 Harding Plaza. Residents voiced their concerns at this week's council work session during a discussion about the borough's survey regarding court usage and safety. See results here. There were 1,200 responses to the survey, which, among other questions, asked if residents used the courts. Glen Rock Council to Hold Town Hall on Basketball Court Usage For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NYC triple jumper Salif Mane heads to 2024 Paris Olympics
NEW YORK -- The 2024 Paris Olympics start Friday, and New York City triple jumper Salif Mane is ready to show the world just how far he can fly.CBS New York had the chance to speak with the Fairleigh Dickinson University star after he qualified for the Olympic games earlier this month in Eugene, Oregon. He took home the gold by a whopping 2 feet over the second place finisher."An Olympian is something that's stuck to your name for life, and that's history right there," Mane told Otis Livingston. "So being able to say that I'm an Olympian, it's wonderful."Mane is...
NJ hospital helps fund trip to nationals for Newark soccer team
NEWARK, N.J. (PIX11) — From helping Newark soccer players get to nationals, and helping you get hired by highlighting hot jobs available, PIX11’s Monica Morales is helping make things happen in the community. In June, PIX11 met a dynamic boys soccer team in Newark. They couldn’t afford to go to nationals. After PIX11’s story, they raised $32,000 […]
Hawthorne Olympic Representation, Top Chef, Train Station Clean-up
Today is the Opening Ceremony for the Olympics being held in Paris. The ceremony will be broadcast at 7:30pm on NBC. Hawthorne’s own Ethan Ramos will be competing in Paris, representing and wrestling for Puerto Rico. Ethan wrestled at Hawthorne High School where he was a state champion in his weight class, and he was an All-American at the University of North Carolina Tar Heels. Please join me in cheering Ethan on. Wrestling competition begins on August 5. Good luck, Ethan, we are all very excited to watch you compete, and we are proud of you. Congratulations...
Madison High graduate drafted in eighth round by the Orioles
A change worked out positively for Colin Tuft, and likely played a big role in the Madison High School graduate getting chosen in the recent Major League baseball draft. The catcher and Tulane University junior player recently was selected in the eighth round (249th pick overall) by the Baltimore Orioles.
Montclair’s Balch Runs for Silver After Liver Transplant
Beth Balch felt extreme satisfaction when she found out that she won the silver medal in the 5K run at the 2024 Transplant Games of America (TGA) earlier this month. Winning the medal ended a tumultuous journey where less than six years ago Belch almost lost her life in her search for a liver transplant.
Reckless Abandon wins again in NJSS
East Rutherford, NJ — The method may not be one that her nervous backers appreciate, but Reckless Abandon recorded her second straight victory with ease, despite racing in last for much of the mile Friday night (July 26) at the Meadowlands when six $25,000 third-leg New Jersey Sire Stakes dashes for 2-year-olds were conducted during the card.
What a Season! Hanover's 12U Softball Team Makes Town Proud in Regional Tournament
BRISTOL, CT - In a heartbreaking game, the Hanover Township 12U Softball All Stars lost to the New York State team, 3-0 in the Little League Softball Mid-Atlantic Region Tournament. The girls competed against the reigning champion and were the first team from Hanover and the only team from District 1 ever to be the New Jersey State Champion and play in the Regional Tournament.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Congratulations to the team and coaches on an outstanding season! For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
St. Joseph football won't look the same in coach's second stint | State of the Program
MONTVALE − St. Joseph has a new boss − same as the old boss − with a different approach. Augie Hoffmann is back as the head coach at his alma mater after working the last four years in college football with Rutgers and Columbia. Now, he inherits the task of bringing the Green Knights back to No. 1 in New Jersey. ...
Summer Soccer Camp To Be Held In Cedar Grove
CEDAR GROVE, NJ - Young soccer players looking to hone their skills can do so this summer. CSF Soccer Academy is hosting its Summer Camp from August 5 to August 8 at Panther Park’s Lower Turf Field, located at 118 W. Bradford Ave. in Cedar Grove. Each day of camp will be from 5 to 8 p.m. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Players ages 5-11 are welcome to attend. Groups will be split by age. CSF Soccer Professional Trainers will be onsite to provide instruction on fundamentals including dribbling, passing and shooting. Registration is $150 per player and can be done on the CSF Soccer Academy website. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Central Pa. coaches play a big part in Rutgers's resurgence
NEWARK, N.J. — Rutgers is on the rise in the Big Ten Conference. The Scarlet Knights are fresh off a 7-6 season capped off by a win over Miami in the Pinstripe Bowl. A big reason for the program’s resurgence is the addition of two local coaches. Red...
Wallington football bound for better things in 2024 | State of the Program
Wallington finished winless last season, but does not feel completely defeated. Nor should it. Life was never going to be easy last year with the Panthers moving up to a higher division and confronting that challenge with only four senior starters. ...
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