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Watch Thursday 10.23 JSZ Football Highlights
Week 4 kicks off with a handful of Thursday night games around the state. Enjoy the highlights! Tenafly 49 Dover 6 Tenafly improved to 4-0 following a dominating 49-6 win over Dover. The Tigers went up 28 points to end the first quarter, both Will Mangaser and Kenny Uchida had two touchdowns heading into halftime. […] To access this post, you must purchase an All Access Pass. You can log in here or purchase an All Access Pass here. Become an All Access Pass Holder. You will be redirected to login or purchase page.
Seig scores pair, CBA gets 5th straight win on the pitch
JSZ brings you Thursday Shore Conference soccer from Lincroft. Get your all-access pass to watch all the highlights of CBA’s 5-1 win over Howell CBA 5 Howell 1 Brett Seig scored the first two goals of the match and CBA added three more scores to reach 5-0 on the season. Seig connected on a free […] To access this post, you must purchase an All Access Pass. You can log in here or purchase an ….....Read More »
Rickey “Pop” Spruill of Notre Dame Wins JSZ Central Jersey Week 3 Game Ball
He’s been one of Colonial Valley Conference’s most talked about players thus far in 2020 and Rickey “Pop” Spruill once again showed why he is a candidate for Mercer County’s Player of the Year. In the Irish’s week three matchup against Allentown, Spruill accumulated 354 total yards of offense and four touchdowns. The fans have […].....Read More »
Watch Wednesday 10.21 JSZ Soccer Highlights
Jersey Sports Zone brings you another great evening of boys and girls soccer coverage as our cameras continue to capture the best highlights from the Garden State. Notre Dame 2 Hopewell Valley 1 OT | Boys In one of the craziest endings our cameras have captured, Notre Dame defeated Hopewell Valley 2-1 to remain undefeated […] To access this post, you must purchase an All Access Pass. You can log in here or purchase an ….....Read More »
Cherry Hill East’s Nick Brown Wins South Jersey Week 3 Game Ball
Nick Brown certainly pounded the rock for the Cherry Hill East Cougars in Week 3. The senior rushed for more than 150 yards and three touchdowns to lead East to victory against Bishop Eustace. Brown earned 44% of the vote to take home the JSZ NJM Insurance South Jersey Week 3 Game Ball. Watch Nick’s […].....Read More »
"JSZ Polls"
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NJ HS Football Players Pour on the Numbers in Week 3!
JSZ Week 3 Top Plays are Off The Charts!
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Each week JSZ will bring you ten nominations, for current sports in different regions for our Game Ball Awards. These nominations are composed of athletes who had top, player of the week-worthy, performances across the State. You’ll be able to vote for your favorite athlete…the votes tallied, and the winners will be awarded a JSZ Game Ball & Game Ball Ceremony. (Polls closes every Tuesday at 3PM)
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How our polls work
Every Vote Counts
Our voting polls work very simply…every vote for someone counts. You may vote as many times as you’d like, but you cannot use a bot to vote continuously or automatically…we have software that detects bots and then disqualifies those votes.
Don’t be alarmed…
Because the votes come in very fast and in large numbers, there are times when you vote for someone and you might see their percentage of the actual vote drop. This is due to the fact that during the voting period, thousands of votes can be registered in a matter of a few minutes, so if another athlete is receiving a larger number of votes, their percentage will increase, while the people with fewer votes will see their overall percentage decrease.
How the Voting Works
Voting is Open to Everyone
Our weekly polls are accessible to everyone. You do not need an All Access Pass!
Every Vote Counts
Our voting polls work very simply…every vote for someone counts. You may vote as many times as you’d like, but you cannot use a bot to vote continuously or automatically…we have software that detects bots and then disqualifies those votes.
Don’t be alarmed…
Because the votes come in very fast and in large numbers, there are times when you vote for someone and you might see their percentage of the actual vote drop. This is due to the fact that during the voting period, thousands of votes can be registered in a matter of a few minutes, so if another athlete is receiving a larger number of votes, their percentage will increase, while the people with fewer votes will see their overall percentage decrease.
2020 Camp Countdown
JSZ Camp Countdown: Preseason Football Previews for the 2020 Season
Football teams in New Jersey are currently preparing for the 2020 high school season in a preseason like no other. Jersey Sports Zone’s team of multimedia journalists are back pounding the pavement to cover the state and preview dozens of football programs leading up to Opening Day on Oct. 2. From now until then, our “JSZ Camp Countdown” series will highlight a new team daily in preparation for the season. Stop back in each day for a story on your favorite team, your crosstown rival or a team on the other end of New Jersey. Today’s JSZ Camp Countdown Feature: Timber Creek Major changes took place at Timber Creek this offseason as longtime head coach Rob Hinson joined the coaching staff at Rutgers. Brian Wright takes over for Hinson after eight seasons at Cherry Hill West. Wright now presides over one of the best rosters in the state highlighted by junior DE/WR Jihaad Campbell, and junior quarterback Donovan Leary. The Chargers also added senior running back, Temple-commit Johnny Martin, who transferred from Highland in the offseason. JSZ’s James Mooney has the story: Previous JSZ Camp Countdown Previews Scroll down to find a team’s preview, then click the name to watch! Week 1 8/17: Don Bosco Prep 8/18: Hammonton 8/19: Donovan Catholic 8/20: Ramapo 8/21: Absegami 8/22: Bridgewater-Raritan 8/23: Woodbridge Week 2 8/24: Paramus Catholic 8/25: Washington Township 8/26: Union 8/27: Holmdel 8/28: Seton Hall Prep 8/29: Lenape 8/30: Toms River North Week 3 8/31: Winslow 9/1: Sayreville 9/2: St. Joe’s (Mont.) 9/3: Wall 9/4: Hillside 9/5: Wayne Valley 9/6: St. Augustine Week 4 9/7: Holy Spirit 9/8: Westfield 9/9: Irvington 9/10: West Orange 9/11: Woodrow Wilson 9/12: Williamstown 9/13: Mater Dei Prep Week 5 9/14: Delbarton 9/15: Burlington Township 9/16: Red Bank Catholic 9/17: Pope John 9/18: Ridgewood 9/19: Red Bank Regional 9/20: Shawnee Week 6 9/21: DePaul Catholic 9/22: South Brunswick 9/23: Cedar Creek 9/24: Millville 9/25: St. Peter’s Prep 9/26: Timber Creek
NJ HS Fall Sports Stays On Track for This Fall
After months of speculation, state lawmakers believe New Jersey is on track to have high school sports this fall. Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday afternoon that the decision to play fall sports will come directly from the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA), with support from his Office. “We know that NJSIAA is taking extremely seriously the need for protecting everyone in our school communities and will only pursue a sports schedule if they feel the proper health and safety requirements can be met,” Murphy said at his daily press briefing from Trenton. “I am encouraged that most of our fall sports…are played outdoors,” Murphy continued, citing football, soccer and cross country, among others. “Outdoor activities are increasingly safer than indoor ones.” Murphy was joined by Sen. Paul Sarlo – a member of the NJSIAA Executive Committee – and Assm. Benjie Wimberly, the head football coach at Hackensack High School. “These student athletes are extremely active individuals who need sports in their lives, not only from a physical well-being, but also for their mental and social well-being, as well,” Sarlo said. “With the challenges of COVID-19 nationwide and worldwide, and the racial unrest here in the country, we need that locker room camaraderie to bring our communities back together,” Wimberly said. The NJSIAA released a positive statement moments after the press conference. “NJSIAA appreciates the continued support of Governor Murphy, Senator Sarlo, and Assemblyman Wimberly,” the statement reads. “With their input, as well as continued guidance from our roster of experts, we look forward to announcing updates to our plans later this week.” Murphy and the NJSIAA updated their plans last week when it was announced that schools who opt for remote, out-of-school learning to start the fall, can play. Ultimately, it seems individual school districts will have the discretion to permit or cancel sports. That’s a far cry from the 12 other states nationwide who’ve already cancelled scholastic sports. So far, however, six school districts have announced their teams won’t be suiting up this fall. Those are Trenton, West Windsor-Plainsboro, Carteret, New Egypt and Piscataway. Sarlo said there are about 95,000 student athletes who participate in fall sports throughout the Garden State. Stay tuned with Jersey Sports Zone in the coming days for more information and announcements regarding how COVID-19 will impact the return to fall high school sports this season.
Feature Stories
Watch JSZ All Access: Season on the Brink
Jersey Sports Zone spent four days with four high school football teams leading up to the kickoff to the 2020 high school football season. We take you behind the scenes like never before and take you inside the huddle with Bergen Catholic, Notre Dame, Ocean City and Rumson-Fair Haven The 2020 football season kicks off this Friday night in a season unlike any other. The COVID-19 pandemic forced a one month delay and a six-game regular season. JSZ takes you behind the scenes and inside the huddle at Bergen Catholic, Notre Dame, Ocean City and Rumson-Fair Haven. Watch our three episodes to gear up for the official return of high school sports! Episode One: “The season’s on the line. If one of us gets sick, this could be the end.” Episode Two: “You have to stick to what you believe in and you have to work every day to get where you want to get.” Episode Three: “This is the moment I’ve waited 18 year for – my senior year.” JSZ’s All-Access pass allows you to see all of our content immediately. Click on the link to join our team today and learn more: /https://jerseysportszone.com/product/premium-zone-membership/
JSZ Camp Countdown: Preseason Football Previews for the 2020 Season
Football teams in New Jersey are currently preparing for the 2020 high school season in a preseason like no other. Jersey Sports Zone’s team of multimedia journalists are back pounding the pavement to cover the state and preview dozens of football programs leading up to Opening Day on Oct. 2. From now until then, our “JSZ Camp Countdown” series will highlight a new team daily in preparation for the season. Stop back in each day for a story on your favorite team, your crosstown rival or a team on the other end of New Jersey. Today’s JSZ Camp Countdown Feature: Timber Creek Major changes took place at Timber Creek this offseason as longtime head coach Rob Hinson joined the coaching staff at Rutgers. Brian Wright takes over for Hinson after eight seasons at Cherry Hill West. Wright now presides over one of the best rosters in the state highlighted by junior DE/WR Jihaad Campbell, and junior quarterback Donovan Leary. The Chargers also added senior running back, Temple-commit Johnny Martin, who transferred from Highland in the offseason. JSZ’s James Mooney has the story: Previous JSZ Camp Countdown Previews Scroll down to find a team’s preview, then click the name to watch! Week 1 8/17: Don Bosco Prep 8/18: Hammonton 8/19: Donovan Catholic 8/20: Ramapo 8/21: Absegami 8/22: Bridgewater-Raritan 8/23: Woodbridge Week 2 8/24: Paramus Catholic 8/25: Washington Township 8/26: Union 8/27: Holmdel 8/28: Seton Hall Prep 8/29: Lenape 8/30: Toms River North Week 3 8/31: Winslow 9/1: Sayreville 9/2: St. Joe’s (Mont.) 9/3: Wall 9/4: Hillside 9/5: Wayne Valley 9/6: St. Augustine Week 4 9/7: Holy Spirit 9/8: Westfield 9/9: Irvington 9/10: West Orange 9/11: Woodrow Wilson 9/12: Williamstown 9/13: Mater Dei Prep Week 5 9/14: Delbarton 9/15: Burlington Township 9/16: Red Bank Catholic 9/17: Pope John 9/18: Ridgewood 9/19: Red Bank Regional 9/20: Shawnee Week 6 9/21: DePaul Catholic 9/22: South Brunswick 9/23: Cedar Creek 9/24: Millville 9/25: St. Peter’s Prep 9/26: Timber Creek
JSZ Celebrates 3rd Anniversary
September 1st, 2018 launched a new level of high school sports in New Jersey. JSZ’s MMJ’s look back on their favorite memories from the first three years The Jersey Sports Zone team has been shooting games and features from all over New Jersey for the last three years. As we approach 12 million views on YouTube, the MMJs of Jersey Sports Zone look back on some of their favorite moments over the last three years: Rich Chrampanis It's been fun to look back on three years of Jersey Sports Zone. When it comes to big games, @Rc_basketball vs. @RanneyAthletics in 2018 was EPIC! @NazReid vs. @Scott_lewis_23 + @BryanAntoine_ was one for the ages. Thanks for supporting JSZ through 3 incredible years! pic.twitter.com/KyOiNwDX67— Jersey Sports Zone (@JSZ_Sports) September 1, 2020 Jay Cook Today is JSZ's Three Year anniversary and our team of MMJ's are spotlighting their favorite memories.Jay Cook (@ByJayCookNJ) takes a trip back to 2018 and remembers Bergen Catholic's historic win over Blair on the mats.@bergenchswrstl @BCpresident0718 pic.twitter.com/GxD0vXoEHv— Jersey Sports Zone (@JSZ_Sports) September 1, 2020 Mike Frankel We continue to mark JSZ's three-year anniversary with memories from our team of multimedia journalists. Mike Frankel (@MikeFrankelJSZ) looks back on an emotional game for the Pleasantville and Camden football teams last November. @BallgameDuce @DatGuyErnest @Eagles @cj_wentz pic.twitter.com/Cjg2BM6ZYW— Jersey Sports Zone (@JSZ_Sports) September 1, 2020 Nery Rodriguez JSZ's Three Year anniversary continues as our team of MMJ's are spotlighting their favorite memories.Nery Rodriguez (@neryrodrigueztv) recounts earlier this year when JSZ cracked @espn @sportscenter Top 10 with an insane game winning goal from Manasquan’s Chris Farinacci! pic.twitter.com/rh8JYJhIEH— Jersey Sports Zone (@JSZ_Sports) September 1, 2020
NJ HS Fall Sports Stays On Track for This Fall
After months of speculation, state lawmakers believe New Jersey is on track to have high school sports this fall. Gov. Phil Murphy announced Monday afternoon that the decision to play fall sports will come directly from the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA), with support from his Office. “We know that NJSIAA is taking extremely seriously the need for protecting everyone in our school communities and will only pursue a sports schedule if they feel the proper health and safety requirements can be met,” Murphy said at his daily press briefing from Trenton. “I am encouraged that most of our fall sports…are played outdoors,” Murphy continued, citing football, soccer and cross country, among others. “Outdoor activities are increasingly safer than indoor ones.” Murphy was joined by Sen. Paul Sarlo – a member of the NJSIAA Executive Committee – and Assm. Benjie Wimberly, the head football coach at Hackensack High School. “These student athletes are extremely active individuals who need sports in their lives, not only from a physical well-being, but also for their mental and social well-being, as well,” Sarlo said. “With the challenges of COVID-19 nationwide and worldwide, and the racial unrest here in the country, we need that locker room camaraderie to bring our communities back together,” Wimberly said. The NJSIAA released a positive statement moments after the press conference. “NJSIAA appreciates the continued support of Governor Murphy, Senator Sarlo, and Assemblyman Wimberly,” the statement reads. “With their input, as well as continued guidance from our roster of experts, we look forward to announcing updates to our plans later this week.” Murphy and the NJSIAA updated their plans last week when it was announced that schools who opt for remote, out-of-school learning to start the fall, can play. Ultimately, it seems individual school districts will have the discretion to permit or cancel sports. That’s a far cry from the 12 other states nationwide who’ve already cancelled scholastic sports. So far, however, six school districts have announced their teams won’t be suiting up this fall. Those are Trenton, West Windsor-Plainsboro, Carteret, New Egypt and Piscataway. Sarlo said there are about 95,000 student athletes who participate in fall sports throughout the Garden State. Stay tuned with Jersey Sports Zone in the coming days for more information and announcements regarding how COVID-19 will impact the return to fall high school sports this season.
COVID-19 Safety is No. 1 Priority for NJ HS Football Programs
Just like in year’s past, New Jersey high school football programs are in the midst of summer workouts on the practice field. But there’s one distinct difference between this preseason and the dozens of preseasons before. The COVID-19 pandemic shut down high school sports in the Garden State back in March, and as the start of the high school football season creeps closer, so does the concern about whether or not there will be a season. But by the looks of it so far, coaches and training staffs in all corners of the state are working overtime to ensure player safety in an unprecedented time. JSZ’s team of MMJ’s visited training camps in North, Central and South Jersey to see how teams are adapting to the necessary changes in an effort to allow for a safe high school football season. Jersey Sports Zone’s annual “Camp Countdown” series will begin on Monday as we will preview dozens of teams from around the state during the lead-up to Week 1 on Oct. 2. Stay tuned every day for new features on different teams daily.
Full Coverage of Somerset County Summer Softball Tournament!
High school baseball got its own sendoff, and now the same can be said for the softball community in Central Jersey. JSZ has wall-to-wall coverage from the final day of Somerset County’s own goodbye to its seniors. Manville/Rutgers Prep/Immaculata 5 Montgomery 2 | Somerset County Summer Softball Tournament Final Two full days of Somerset County softball came to a close Tuesday night as Manville was crowned county champions nearly three months late. Manville – playing with additional seniors from Rutgers Prep and Immaculata – went on a Cinderella run to capture the title. Rutgers Prep senior Gianna DeLorenzo was named the tournament MVP after dominant performances from inside the circle all tournament long. JSZ’s Jay Cook has the highlights and more from Bridgewater: Sponsor Shoutout! Jersey Sports Zone’s coverage of all Montgomery athletics is brought to you by Princeton Orthopaedic Associates. Sophia Cicchetti of Watchung Hills takes Somerset County Home Run Derby! In July, over 200 baseball teams battled to crown a “state champion” in the Last Dance World Series after the cancellation of spring sports. The event drew a great response from fans, including New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy. Bernards head softball coach Leslie O’Connor saw this as a chance to honor the players of Somerset County by hosting a two-day tournament that also featured a home run derby prior to the semifinals and championship game. Adelphi University commit Sophia Cicchetti of Watchung Hills won the contest with five long balls. JSZ’s Nery Rodriguez has the story:
Recruiting
From RBC to Rocky Top: Pissott commits to Lady Vols
A big Thursday night recruiting commit from the Shore Conference. Junior Justine Pissott has given a verbal commitment to play in the SEC for the Tennessee Volunteers. Watch her JSZ highlight reel now! One of the Shore’s most high profile juniors has wrapped up her recruiting prior to her junior season. Red Bank Catholic’s Justine Pissott has given a verbal commitment to play SEC basketball at the University of Tennessee. Pissott has seen her vault to 6-foot-4 inches since coming on campus at RBC. She brings ball handling skills like a point guard, a reliable three point shot and the ability to rebound and operate in the paint. Pissott made the announcement via her social media on Thursday night: committed 🍊🍊💛💛@LadyVol_Hoops pic.twitter.com/nlC0pMi04D— Justine Pissott (@justinepissott) October 9, 2020 Pissott is a top 50 ranked national recruit for the class of 2022. Justine was named to JSZ’s 2020 All-Zone team following her impressive sophomore campaign with RBC. Check out her JSZ highlight reel: The JSZ All-Access Pass allows you to see hundreds of JSZ game highlights right away! Click here to get all the action right now
Woodbridge’s Ali Lee Jr. commits to Stony Brook!
Standing at 5’10, Woodbridge’s Ali Lee Jr. is one of the biggest threats on the football field. In 2019 his 1,873 rushing yards and 24 touchdowns led the Barrons to a 10-1 record and a North 1, Group 4 Sectional Final appearance. His deadly speed is only matched by his fun persona and now the Senior will take his talents national to play Division 1 football for Stony Brook University! Congratulations Ali, watch his JSZ highlight reel and “A to Z” profile below:
SJR Star RB Estime Commits to Michigan State
Michigan State’s football staff has made some serious inroads with New Jersey’s top Class of 2021 players. The trend of top-tier players joining the Spartans continued Sunday. Audric Estime, a three-star running back from St. Joe’s (Mont.), announced he’ll continue his football career at Michigan State after giving his verbal commitment to the Spartans on Sunday evening. COMMITTED…Michigan state let’s ride!! #GoGreen pic.twitter.com/NjK7FiahLi— Audric Estime ² (@AudricEstime) September 13, 2020 Estime is a two-time JSZ All-State player and is widely regarded as the top running back in the Garden State in 2021. The Green Knights’ star began his senior year as a 16-year-old and has been one of the state’s most productive runners in his career, rushing for 2,050 yards and 27 touchdowns in two varsity seasons. Watch Estime’s Junior Year Highlight Reel Here Estime’s decision to play in East Lansing caps off an incredible recruiting cycle for the Spartans in New Jersey. Estime’s teammate, offensive lineman Geno VanDeMark, and Hun School offensive lineman Kevin Wigenton II both committed to Michigan State this year. Estime brought in 17 Power 5 offers: Arizona State, Rutgers, Duke, Iowa, Nebraska, Oklahoma State, Virginia Tech, West Virginia, Iowa State, Louisville, Maryland, Minnesota, Pitt, Temple, Texas A&M and Virginia, along with Michigan State. Despite playing in a shortened season, Estime has a legitimate chance to be in the running for JSZ’s Zoneman Player of the Year in 2020. JSZ’s Jay Cook featured Estime in our “JSZ A to Z” series highlighting the top New Jersey players playing in the 2021 season. Sponsor Shoutout! Jersey Sports Zone’s coverage of all St. Joe’s (Mont.) athletics is brought to you by Rothman Orthopaedics. Stay tuned with Jersey Sports Zone for all the latest news and updates on New Jersey athletes.
Peter Delaportas Commits to Boston College
The Class of 2022 is quickly turning into one of New Jersey’s strongest positions in the college football recruiting world. That’s especially true now that one of the state’s top passers has announced his future home. Pope John junior Peter Delaportas, who has seen his recruitment explode in recent months, made a verbal commitment Tuesday evening to play at Boston College. Proud and excited to announce my commitment to Boston College , cant wait for the next 2 years and then on to Chestnut Hill @BCFootball @JoeSuIlivan @CoachJeffHafley pic.twitter.com/1g6OMdkV5Z— Peter Delaportas (@peterdel8) September 8, 2020 Watch Delaportas’ Sophomore Highlight Reel Here! Delaportas is a 6-4, 205 pound signalcaller for the Lions who earned a four-star recruit status this summer. As a sophomore for Pope John in 2019, he completed 73 of 173 passes, threw for 1,232 yards with eight touchdowns to 10 interceptions and added in one additional rushing score. The Jefferson, NJ native also wrestled for the Lions and finished his sophomore season with a trip to the state tournament in Atlantic City. However, in the football realm, he fielded Power 5 offers from numerous top programs like Kentucky, Pittsburgh, Rutgers, Syracuse, Temple, Virginia Tech and West Virginia. Yet he chose Boston College, which has had plenty of success recruiting top talent from the Garden State in recent years. Delaportas is primed for a breakout season as a junior as Pope John will face a tough, six-game schedule in the Super Football Conference’s United White division. Stay tuned with Jersey Sports Zone for all the latest recruitment news and updates on New Jersey student-athletes.
Gbayor’s a Husker! Irvington LB commits to Nebraska
One of the state’s top prospects is off the board. Watch JSZ’s highlight reel and A to Z feature on Mikai Gbayor Irvington linebacker Mikai Gbayor has given a verbal commitment to play Big Ten for the Nebraska Cornhuskers. Gbayor made his choice on Friday evening on Instagram live. Gbayor is considered one of the top overall prospects in New Jersey garnering 22 Division I offers. Check out his JSZ junior highlight reel with Irvington: Gbayor was part of JSZ’s A to Z Series featuring players we’re most excited to see in 2020. Watch this profile to see the character of a player who has faced adversity off the field which matches his elite talent:
Camden Catholic’s Hicks Commits to Temple
Zach Hicks poured in almost 600 points last season, leading Camden Catholic to an appearance in the Non-Public A South title game. Hicks announced his college decision on Friday afternoon, committing to Temple University. Committed pic.twitter.com/cINbBERBUT— zhicks123 (@zhicks1231) September 4, 2020 Check out the future Owl in action for the Irish by watching his junior season highlight reel here: You can watch Hicks’ 2020 JSZ All-Zone Profile here: Coverage of Camden Catholic is made possible by NJM Insurance.
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