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Ex-Rutgers AD Pat Hobbs being investigated for alleged ‘inappropriate’ relationship after shock resignation
Former Rutgers athletic director Pat Hobbs is under investigation by the university for a possible “inappropriate, consensual relationship,” according to a report from NJ Advance Media. Hobbs, who had held the position for nine years, resigned after he cited health concerns earlier this month. NJ Advance Media reported that the “investigation is believed to have spurred his abrupt resignation.” Rutgers did not immediately respond to The Post when asked to comment. Greg Schiano gets shade for running up score in Rutgers’ blowout win over Howard Earlier this week, NJ Advanced Media reported that Rutgers’ gymnastics program was in disarray before his resignation, with head coach...
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...
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.
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.
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. ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Thomas leads Montclair Kimberley to big win over Dunellen - Football recap
Kalvin Thomas kicked off the 2024 season with a bang, scoring four total touchdowns to lead Montclair Kimberley to a 35-6 season opening victory over Dunellen. Thomas’ four touchdowns included a 94-yard run and a 86-yard kickoff return. He finished the game with six carries for 185 rushing yards. The Montclair Kimberley running back is coming off a junior season in which he totaled 669 yards and seven TDs on 110 attempts, along with 31 tackles on defense.
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...
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...
Scarlet Knights Starters Out in Season Opener Against Howard
Rutgers will face significant challenges in their Week 1 matchup against Howard due to multiple key injuries. Notably, the Scarlet Knights will be without starters Mohamed Toure, Wesley Bailey, and Flip Dixon, among others. Head coach Greg Schiano acknowledged the impact of these injuries, indicating a need for younger players to step up during this critical time. The team has declared several players as questionable, suggesting uncertainties in their lineup leading into the season opener.
Comeback falls short for No. 12 St. Thomas Aquinas in season opener - Football recap
St. Thomas Aquinas, the No. 12 ranked team in the NJ.com rankings, saw its second-half comeback attempt fall short on the road in a season-opening 36-26 loss to Mount St. Joseph (MD). The Trojans starred at a 29-0 deficit at the half. In the third quarter, the Trojans got things...
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...
Rutgers scores first TD of 2024 Big Ten season in pick-6 fashion
Rutgers is on the board with the first points of the 2024 Big Ten season, jumping over Howard Thursday evening with a defensive touchdown! While the Scarlet Knight offense could not deliver a touchdown on its first offensive drive, the defense provided some points after forcing Howard into a 3rd-and-7. Eric Rogers was able to provide the spark and jumped on an errant pass from quarterback Ja’Shawn Scroggins. The play design left Rogers with truly one man to beat, and he was able to side step and get past the intended receiver. After that, it was off to the races...
Howard No Match For Rutgers: Schocket’s Six Thoughts
While the excitement of Rutgers’ first game of the season took over most of Thursday night, I feel that it’d be remiss of me to ignore some of the somberness of the evening as well. Last night, NHL all star Johnny Gaudreau and his brother were biking ahead of their sisters wedding today. They were hit and killed by a drunk driver. My prayers are with the Gaudreau family and I hope this will serve as a reminder to all that you should never, ever drink and drive.
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