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JSZ 2021 Hockey Previews
Believe it or not, we’ve made it to the start of the high school hockey season in New Jersey. JSZ’s team of multimedia journalists are stopping by rinks all over as teams in the Garden State prepare for the start of the 2021 season on Jan. 15. Bookmark this page as we upload new previews daily leading up to the first puck drop next week! Christian Brothers Academy The defending Gordon Cup and state champions will not get a chance to defend their state crown at the Rock but paying for the school’s 10th Gordon Conference championship is plenty of incentive. With 2020 JSZ Hockey Player of the Year John Donohoe back in net, the Colts are expected to roll our four lines that are all capable of finding the net and a solid blueline anchored by captains Colin Grable and Lucas Salas. JSZ’s Rich Chrampanis wraps up our hockey previews with a look at CBA: Don Bosco Prep Despite winning 20 games and making it to three tournament finals, Don Bosco has a chip on its shoulder coming into the new year. The Ironmen are bigger, faster and stronger in 2021, and don’t plan on falling short with as they’ll deploy a high-powered offense and a physical defense. JSZ’s Jay Cook has the preview: Rumson-Fair Haven Eric Zullo’s first season as RFH head coach saw the Bulldogs take a big step forward as a state ranked public school program thanks to a 16-3-3 record that featured a spot in the Public “C” quarterfinals and a Shore Conference Hanchden Cup championship. JSZ’s Rich Chrampanis takes us to the Red Bank Armory to learn more about the 2021 Bulldogs: Bergen Catholic 2020 was a year that saw Bergen Catholic take a major step forward into becoming a state power. The Crusaders won their first Bergen County Tournament title, yet fell short in the Gordon Cup and Non-Public tournaments. Their sights are set on the state’s No. 1 ranking in 2021 behind an electric offense led by Aram Minnetian. JSZ’s Jay Cook features the Crusaders from Hackensack: Jersey Sports Zone’s coverage of Bergen Catholic is brought to you by Rothman Orthopaedics. St. Augustine The Hermits are eager to get back on the ice after opening round exits in the Gordon Cup and the state playoffs last season. St. Augustine finished .500 a year ago, and will count on a handful of key seniors to help the team compete in 2021. JSZ’s Mike Frankel checks in with the Hermits from The Igloo in Mt. Laurel: Morris Knolls After winning two straight Public A state titles and with 10 seniors returning to the mix, Morris Knolls has all the makings of entering 2021 as potentially the state’s top public school team. Jason Kwestel, Andrew Ryan and Tim Kepler will all wear C’s on their sweaters this year. With no state tournament this season, Knolls is wholly focused on winning the 2021 Mennen Cup. JSZ’s Jay Cook stopped by Aspen Ice in Randolph to preview the Golden Eagles: Westfield Finishing (15-8-2), Westfield fell short in the Union County Tournament final and was a game away from playing in Newark for a Public B championship in 2020. The Blue Devils graduated eight seniors but have a bevy of upperclassmen stepping into starting roles this year, which could be a determining factor in finishing during high-pressure situations. JSZ’s Nery Rodriguez has the preview: Thank you to the office of Assemblymen Jon Bramnick for sponsoring our Westfield coverage. Gloucester Catholic The Rams have reached the state semifinals the last three years in a row, and are looking to take the next step by capturing a Gordon Cup title this winter. Defenseman Jake Grace leads an experienced GC senior class, with the Rams hoping a talented group of sophomores will step into the spotlight this year. JSZ’s Mike Frankel has the preview from Hollydell Ice Arena: Gloucester Catholic coverage is made possible by NJM Insurance. Manasquan/Point Pleasant Beach The Warriors have won three straight Shore Conference Cups and will be challenged to go 4 for 4 with the departure of All-Zoners Matt Franzoni and Anthony Dowd but there’s still a lot of talent on the roster headlined by the Farinacci brothers (twins Michael and Chris along with James). Cousin John Farinacci fresh off a gold medal with Team USA at the World Juniors made an appearance at Warriors practice giving the team a big boost as they work towards the start of the 2021 season. JSZ’s Rich Chrampanis has the story from Jersey Shore Arena in Wall: Delbarton After securing only 10 wins and finishing the year at .500 last season, Delbarton is gladly turning the page to 2021. At least nine freshman and numerous other underclassmen saw significant ice time for the Green Wave in 2020 – but with a year of experience under their belts, head coach Bruce Shatel is expecting a turnaround season. Anchoring Delbarton this year will be talented senior goalie Brett Cleaves. JSZ’s Jay Cook makes the pit stop at Aspen Ice to preview Delbarton:
Estime Wins 2020 JSZ Zoneman, Signs with Notre Dame
What a day Friday was for Audric Estime. The St. Joe’s (Mont.) product is at the forefront of the New Jersey high school football world after it was announced Estime won the 2020 Zoneman Trophy, Jersey Sports Zone’s honor for the top player in New Jersey. Moments after accepting the honor, Estime sent shockwaves through the national college football recruiting world by announcing he’s be signing with the University of Notre Dame. Watch JSZ’s full breakdown of Estime’s huge day: Zoneman Breakdown Estime put up unprecedented numbers during the 2020 season. In the eight games St. Joe’s played, Estime delivered 1,838 yards and 22 touchdowns against the top competition in the state. Estime garnered votes from coaches and media in every corner of the state to take home the award. Notre Dame Signing Estime will be making plenty of waves with his announcement Friday to flip from his Michigan State commitment to his signing with Notre Dame. The Fighting Irish are one of the top teams in America and Estime will be a jolt of energy to the program.
Vote Now for JSZ Defensive Touchdown of 2020!
Our recap of the 2020 football season continues. Jersey Sports Zone has the best defensive touchdowns from the Garden State this season. The poll is live with the best of the best scores from the defensive side of the ball. Polls will be open until Tuesday, December 15th at noon. Vote for your favorite play and tell a friend to check out the action. Take Our Poll JSZ Post Season Awards Calendar Who had the top play of the 2020 season? Who will win the Zoneman Player of the Year? Who is on our All-Zone team? All the answers to those questions can be found by following along with JSZ as we navigate through the dozens of awards coming down the pipeline in December. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in the coming weeks. JSZ Football Plays of the Year Special Teams TD of the Year: Monday, Dec. 7th through Wednesday, Dec. 9th.TD Pass Play of the Year: Thursday, Dec. 10th through Saturday, Dec. 12th.Defensive TD of the Year: Sunday, Dec. 13th through Tuesday, Dec. 15th.TD Run of the Year: Wednesday, Dec. 16th through Friday. Dec. 18th.Sack of the Year: Saturday, Dec. 19th through Monday, Dec. 21st.2020 Overall Play of the Year (6 Plays of the Year winners): Monday, Dec. 21st through Wednesday, Dec. 23rd 2020 All-Zone Team Presentation Announcement of JSZ Zoneman Finalists (5 Player of the Year Finalists): Monday, Dec. 7th.JSZ Non-Public All-Zone Offense: Monday, Dec. 14th.JSZ Non-Public All Zone Defense: Tuesday, Dec. 15th.JSZ Public All-Zone Offense: Wednesday, Dec. 16th.JSZ Public All Zone Defense: Thursday, Dec. 17th.Zoneman Finalist Features: Friday, Dec.18th.Zoneman Trophy Announcement (virtual interview) Dec. 18th.
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 A to Z: Top HS Football Players We’re Excited to See in 2020
Today’s “JSZ A to Z” Feature: Zaire Angoy, Irvington DT We reach the end of the road in our JSZ A to Z series with Zaire Angoy. The Irvington defensive tackle showed his ability to attract double teams and still make plays. After losing weight and joining the wrestling team, Angoy became highly recruited and ultimately chose to stay close to home at Rutgers. Watch our final feature in this exciting series: “JSZ A to Z” Features Click the name to watch the video. A Jaiden Abrams, Hammonton Steve Angeli, Bergen Catholic Aaron Armitage, Blair Academy B Kharyi Banton, Newark West Side Tahj Bullock, St. Peter’s Prep Andrew Butler, DePaul Catholic C Duce Chestnut, Camden Alijah Clark, Camden Amari Clark, Woodrow Wilson D Ah-Shaun Davis, Willingboro Carnell Davis, St. Augustine Charles DePrima, Ramapo Cookie Desiderio, Somerville E Audric Estime, St. Joe’s (Mont.) F Cole Freeman, Delbarton Frankie Monte, St. Joe’s (Mont.) G Mikai Gbayor, Irvington Dominick Giudice, Mater Dei Prep Keshon Griffin St. Joseph (Hamm.) H “Hollywood” Robinson, Penns Grove I Desmond Igbinosun, Union J Mike Jarvis, Shawnee Giye Jenkins, Seton Hall Prep K Jake Kazanowsky, Toms River North Jake Ketschek, St. Augustine L Casey Larkin, Wall Donovan Leary, Timber Creek Ali Lee, Jr., Woodbridge Jake Louro, Red Bank Catholic M Tywon Malone, Bergen Catholic Camron McNair, Donovan Catholic Bryce Myers, Bridgewater-Raritan N Naran Buntin, Mater Dei Prep O Gordon Ogden, Red Bank Regional P Avery Powell, St. Peter’s Prep Q Matt Quetel, Phillipsburg R George Rooks, St. Peter’s Prep Frank Riggio, Verona Ryan Ruane, Rumson-Fair Haven S Keon Sabb, Williamstown Justin Shorter, Blair Academy Patrick Smith, Holy Spirit Ricky “Pop” Spruill, Notre Dame T Will Towns, Jackson Memorial Jordan Thompson, Parsippany Hills U Kanye Udoh, St. Augustine Prep V Geno VanDeMark, St. Joe’s (Mont.) John Volker, Rumson-Fair Haven W Kevin Wigenton II, Hun School X Xavier Coleman, Lenape Y Yah-Sin Calhoun, Freehold Boro Z Zaire Angoy, Irvington
Watch Monday 1.25 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
What better way to kick off the week than with a three-pack of games from across the state. Our Monday coverage features a pair of MCSSIHL games along with a showdown of top Shore teams in Red Bank. Stay tuned for all the highlights coming tonight! Rumson-Fair Haven 2 Manasquan 2 Michael Farinacci’s goal with […] 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.
JSZ All Access: Hoping for Hoops
10 teams. One mission. To play 15 games in a season unlike any other. Jersey Sports Zone spent time with 10 high-profile teams as they returned to the court to prepare to play through a pandemic. The Teams Boys: Atlantic City, Elizabeth, Manasquan, Roselle Catholic and St. Augustine Girls: Manchester Township, Rutgers Prep, St. John Vianney, Trenton Catholic Academy and Wildwood Catholic Academy Episode 1 Episode 2 Episode 3
Watch Saturday 1.23 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
Jersey Sports Zone continues to bring you opening week action on the ice. Get your All-Access pass now to watch Pingry and Millburn score Saturday afternoon wins! Pingry 4 Watchung Hills 2 Eric Bush and Peter Korn each scored a pair of goals as the Big Blue ran out to a 4-0 lead and held […] 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.
Watch Friday 1.22 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
Jersey Sports Zone is pleased to bring you a thrilling night of ice hockey from around the Garden State. Check out our highlights from Friday, 1.22. Morristown-Beard 6 Morristown 1 After a delayed start to the 2021 season, Morristown-Beard quickly knocked off any rust they may have had with an offensive explosion against their crosstown […] 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.
Watch Thursday 1.21 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
We’re closing in on the first week of the 2021 season with a pair of games from Mennen Arena and a late season-opener from one of New Jersey’s elite programs. Stay tuned in tonight for all the highlights! Delbarton 3 Chatham 0 Trip Pendy pumped in a pair of goals and Chase Pirtle scored on […] 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.
Watch Wednesday 1.20 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
Jersey Sports Zone is pleased to bring you another thrilling evening of action on the ice from around the Garden State. Check out our ice hockey coverage from Wednesday, 1.20 below. St. John Vianney 5 St. Joseph (Met.) 2 Ryann Kulaszewski’s first career hat trick was the main catalyst behind St. John Vianney’s non-conference win […] 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.
Watch Tuesday 1.19 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
Westfield 8 West Essex 1 Westfield (2-0) defeated West Essex (2-2) 8-1 in a McInnus Division showdown. Matteo Macheno and Thomas Conrad would get the Blue Devils on the board early in the first and both would finish with two goals each. Greg Oliveri also added a pair of scores. Westfield has scored 12 goals […] 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.
Five-Star Olivia Miles Enrolling Early at ND
Joining a recent trend among elite basketball prospects, Blair Academy’s Olivia Miles is headed to her college home early. Miles, who was widely considered the top high school girls basketball player in the country, is officially enrolling early at the University of Notre Dame and will begin her college career in a matter of weeks. 𝗕𝗜𝗚 𝗧𝗜𝗠𝗘 🙌 @oliviamiles06 has enrolled early to join our squad!"To have this experience to join our team and get acclimated to college is invaluable. She is ready to work and I’m blessed to have her now." — @IrishCoachIveyDETAILS → https://t.co/BTvA8az9zO#GoIrish pic.twitter.com/KOtHC37cYd— Notre Dame WBB 😷 (@ndwbb) January 18, 2021 Miles will be eligible to begin practicing on Jan. 25 and could potentially suit up in her first game on Jan. 31 in a matchup against Syracuse, according to a press release from Notre Dame. WATCH OLIVIA MILES’ JUNIOR YEAR HIGHLIGHTS Miles is the latest elite prospect to forgo their senior season this year. Her former Blair teammate Dominique Darius is already on campus at UCLA and Rutgers Prep forward Trey Patterson just announced last week he won’t play his senior season and enroll early at Villanova. An elite scorer and tenacious competitor, Miles was an early preseason frontrunner for JSZ’s Miss Hoop Zone Award if she was to play this year. Miles averaged 13.6 points, 8.1 rebounds and 7.6 assists for the Bucs last season while leading them to a Prep A championship win over the Hun School before the COVID-19 shutdown. More of Olivia Miles on JSZ
Watch Monday 1.18 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
Jersey Sports Zone starts off the week with some more ice hockey action with a major early Gordon Conference showdown in South Jersey and a pair of games from Mennen Sports Arena. Stay tuned for all the action now! Gloucester Catholic 3 Bergen Catholic 2 The Rams started the season with a signature win over […] 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.
Watch Sunday 1.17 JSZ Hockey Highlights
The opening weekend of the 2021 high school hockey season closes out with Sunday night hockey from Mennen Arena. Get your JSZ All-Access pass to watch the full highlights of Morristown’s 4-0 win over Madison Morristown 4 Madison 0 Jack McKenna scored a pair of goals and Dylan Peck turned away 27 shutouts to give […] 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.
Watch Saturday 1.16 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
The opening weekend of the 2021 season continues as more teams touch the ice for their first time. Stay tuned for highlights from Bridgewater Sports Arena, Codey Arena, and Mennen Arena! Verona/Glen Rock 5 West Essex 2 Dominick Pandiscia delivered a hat trick and Rowan Brennan added three assists to give VGR a season opening […] 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.
Watch Friday 1.15 JSZ Ice Hockey Highlights
The high school ice hockey season is here and Jersey Sports Zone has you covered from opening night across the Garden State! Check out our Friday 1.15 hockey highlights. Hillsborough 8 Bridgewater-Raritan 2 Hillsborough begins the 2021 hockey season 1-0 following an 8-2 victory over Skyland Conference rival Bridgewater-Raritan. The Raiders jumped out to a […] 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.
Patterson Heading to Villanova Early
Rutgers Prep senior and 2019/2020 JSZ Mr. Hoop Zone finalist Trey Patterson will get a jump start on his college career. Patterson announced on social media that he’ll forgo his senior season with the Argonauts to enroll at Villanova for the spring semester. 💙 pic.twitter.com/aHNxv3fC6t— Trey Patterson (@_treypatt3) January 15, 2021 Patterson finishes his high school career as one of the top players in Rutgers Prep history. He averaged 20 points and ten rebounds per game last season, leading the Argonauts to 27 wins, and an appearance in the Non-Public B South final. JSZ produced Patterson’s official Wildcats commitment video back in June. Check it out here: You can watch his junior season highlights reel here:
Roselle Catholic’s Corey Floyd Jr. Commits to UCONN
New Jersey’s Class of 2022 is stacked with stellar guards with the ability to change a game with a single shot or dunk. Arguably the top guard in that class, Roselle Catholic’s Corey Floyd Jr., was the first to make a college verbal commitment. On Jan. 14, which was Floyd’s 17th birthday, he made the announcement via social media that he’s committed to play at the University of Connecticut. COMMITED‼️12/14/20🕊 pic.twitter.com/ArPE2YvGPF— Corey Floyd Jr. (@CoreyFloydJr) January 15, 2021 WATCH FLOYD JR.’S SOPHOMORE YEAR JSZ HIGHLIGHT REEL Floyd Jr., a 6-4, 210 pound guard, started for Roselle Catholic as a sophomore last season and was a major piece to the Lions’ 22-7 team that won the Non-Public B North sectional final a day before the NJSIAA shut down winter sports due to coronavirus concerns. He averaged 11.2 points, 4.3 rebounds and 2.6 assists in 27 games in the 2019-2020 season. Floyd Jr. is the latest New Jersey product to commit to Dan Hurley’s Huskies squad, a group with numerous Garden State ties. Hurley, the son of NJ basketball legend Bob Hurley, has former Patrick School star Adama Sanogo on the roster now and also got a commitment from current Patrick School 6-9 big man Samson Johnson over the summer. Roselle Catholic will be featured in JSZ’s “All Access” series leading up to the start of the 2021 high school basketball season in New Jersey and Floyd Jr. will be profiled. The junior is quickly becoming one of the elite players across the Garden State. Stay tuned in with JerseySportsZone.com for all the latest news and recruiting updates from high school athletes all across New Jersey.
Year in Review: JSZ’s Top 20 of 2020
The year 2020 was made up of 12 unforgettable months. That sentiment especially rings true for New Jersey’s high school sports community. Jersey Sports Zone’s team of MMJ’s gathered for a year-in-review roundtable, discussing the Top 20 stories we covered this year. Thank you to our loyal audience who followed along with us through one of the most trying years we’ll remember. Happy New Year, and here’s to a happy and healthy 2021! JSZ Top 20 of 2020 Pt. 1 JSZ Top 20 of 2020 Pt. 2 No. 20: The Final Game Before COVID-19 Shutdown Bergen Catholic and St. Peter’s Prep. These two were among the top basketball teams in New Jersey last season, and delivered a double-overtime showdown in the last game JSZ covered in the 2020 winter season. It signaled the near end of the basketball season and the beginning of a long statewide shutdown. No. 19: Gill St. Bernard’s Rules NJ Soccer Scene 2020 was a year to remember for the Knights of Gill St. Bernard’s. All-state striker Micaah Garnette, who delivered 21 goals and 14 assists, was the main catalyst to a 13-0-1 squad that went on to win a Central West Non-Public sectional final against Skyland rival Pingry. The Knights were undoubtedly the top team at the end of the line. No. 18: Leon Jones’ Inspiring Comeback It was a year in which many would have to overcome tough circumstances. For Notre Dame’s Leon Jones, his journey to redemption began before COVID-19. Following a collision against St. Peter’s Prep in a playoff football game, Jones was left paralyzed for almost 48 hours. After regaining feeling in both of his legs, doctors were still unsure if he would be able to walk normally, let alone play sports again. However, midway through the basketball season, Leon Jones not only started his first game as a senior, but Jersey Sports Zone was there to watch him lead his team to victory. No. 17: South Jersey’s Ware & Watson Earn Top Basketball Honors There was no shortage of talent on the high school basketball court last winter, but Camden’s Lance Ware and Mainland’s Kylee Watson proved to be the best of the best. Ware, a Kentucky commit, was the senior leader for a Panthers team that finished the season on a 25-game winning streak. Watson, an Oregon commit, surpassed 2,000 career points in a decorated career for the Mustangs. Ware and Watson earned the JSZ Mr. and Ms. Hoop Zone awards, as the top players in the Garden State. No. 16: Camden Basketball Reigns Supreme in Garden State Hoops Scene It was the most anticipated season for The High in a generation, and the Panthers did not disappoint. Led by fabulous freshman D.J. Wagner, Kentucky commit Lance Ware, and South Carolina commit TaQuan Woodley, Camden went (29-1). The High was without a home gym for the 2019/2020 season, but Panthers fans followed the team all over the state and beyond to watch this special journey. Camden was in great position to win its first state title since 2000, before the coronavirus pandemic put a halt to the postseason. No. 15: Delbarton Wrestling Delivers Historic Year on the Mat When wrestling fans in Morristown – and across the state – look back on the 2019-2020 season, they’ll remember the incredible effort Delbarton put forth to cement themselves as the No. 1 program in New Jersey. It all started with a 42-15 victory over Bergen Catholic in the Non-Public A North semifinals where the Green Wave ended the Crusaders’ 96-match win streak against NJSIAA competition. That began a run of postseason excellence ending in Delbarton’s first state title since 2011. No. 14: CBA, Donohoe are Kings of NJ Ice The Gordon Conference is home to the elite New Jersey hockey programs, yet it was the private school from Monmouth County that slayed numerous Bergen County teams en route to attaining gold at the end of the road. The Colts, who won 20 games, the Gordon Cup and the Non-Public State Final, were led all year long by sophomore goalie John Donohoe. Donohoe went on to win JSZ’s 2020 Player of the Year after making 501 saves in electric fashion. No. 13: Jewel Gonzalez Sets the Standard A pioneer to Stateliner and New Jersey wrestling, Jewel Gonzalez was the face of girls wrestling in New Jersey during her high school career. Coming from one of the most storied and successful wrestling programs in the Garden State in Phillipsburg, Gonzalez won back-to-back girls state wrestling championships in Boardwalk Hall. During her two seasons, Gonzalez amassed an undefeated 30-0 record as she pinned her way through the state tournament as a senior. Gonzalez capped off her state championship the same way many other Stateliners had done before her, by jumping into the ocean. No. 12: JSZ’s “One Shining Moment” As the world shut down due to the Covid-19 pandemic, JSZ set out to commemorate the best of the 2019-20 high school basketball season. With the blessing of the song’s composer, David Barrett, JSZ was able to produce a unique version of the March Madness staple, “One Shining Moment.” No. 11: Scottie Lewis Leads off the Court Rounding out Part 1 of our look back at 2020 is a story that transcended sports. Ranney-alumni Scottie Lewis returned home to Asbury Park to lead a peaceful protest over the summer. It was a day that few would forget as organizers, protesters, and police officers joined together to rally against racial injustice and inequality. No. 10: Abrupt Cancellations of Two High-Profile Games Postponements and cancellations were common during the 2020 football season. The timing of a pair of cancellations stood out late in the season though, as Bergen Catholic-Delbarton was called off just before kickoff, and Williamstown-Ocean City was abandoned at halftime. No. 9: Morristown-Beard Girls Hockey Makes History Girls sports in the Garden State took another important step forward in 2020 with the inaugural state ice hockey championship. Morristown-Beard skated to victory at the Prudential Center in Newark. No. 8: Bosco and Seton Hall Prep Earn Signature Wins It felt like Bergen Catholic would face St. Peter’s with the state’s #1 ranking on the line to close out the year. Don Bosco and Seton Hall Prep had other ideas. The Ironmen stunned the Crusaders, while the Pirates topped the Marauders down the stretch of the season. No. 7: A SportsCenter Top 10 Moment for Manasquan Chris Farinacci beat the buzzer with a sensational goal to lift Manasquan over St. John Vianney. The highlight went national, making the rounds on ESPN. No. 6: Shore Conference and WJFL Pod Playoffs The 2020 football season didn’t feature the traditional playoff format. The Shore Conference and the West Jersey Football League still made it a memorable “postseason” for a handful of top teams, with the creation of playoff pods. Wall and Holy Spirit battled their way to 2020 bragging rights. No. 5: Howard and Peterson Electrify in Atlantic City Robert Howard and Dean Peterson both travelled down to Atlantic City on a mission. The standouts from Bergen Catholic and St. John Vianney captured state titles in impressive fashion at Boardwalk Hall. No. 4: Estime Wins Zoneman & Commits to Irish Audric Estime ran roughshod over opponents in 2020. The St. Joe’s (Montvale) senior earned JSZ’s top football honor, the Zoneman award, and flipped his commitment from Michigan State to Notre Dame. It was an eventful day for Estime, and JSZ was on hand to capture it. No. 3: A JSZ All-Access Unlike Any Other Football teams had extra time to gear up for a unique season, and JSZ tagged along with a handful of squads leading up to opening night. We were able to tell unique stories from the practice fields at Bergen Catholic, Notre Dame, Ocean City and Rumson-Fair Haven, as the teams laid the groundwork on how to play during the COVID-19 pandemic. No. 2: Spring Athletes Were Truly Jersey Strong The COVID-19 pandemic led to the cancellation of the entire spring sports schedule in 2020. It was devastating to thousands of athletes, but especially to the seniors. A handful of those seniors delivered a powerful message as they reflected on their high school careers. No 1: The Last Dance Brought Closure and Hope Although it wasn’t an official NJSIAA event, The Last Dance baseball tournament gave over 200 teams a chance to finally take the field after the cancellation of the spring season. It was a memorable month of July, as Cranford won the title, and all of the teams provided a blueprint on how high school sports could move forward during the darkest of times.
Jordan Kinsler wins JSZ Football Play of the Year!
The hours of footage captured by our cameras and voting from numerous fanbases across the Garden State all football season long have finally led to this! Winning our Viewer’s Choice Top Play, Jordan Kinsler of St. Joseph (Metuchen) went up against some tough nominees for Play of the Year with his 80 yard touchdown run against Ridge. However, Falcon nation has spoken and he is JSZ’s overall Top Play Winner for the 2020 season! Thank you and best of luck to all of our nominees. Watch his ceremony below: Take Our Poll Thank you to everyone that voted this football season!
NJ Soccer Star Emily Mason on a Mission
It’ll be hard to imagine New Jersey high school girls soccer without Emily Mason. The 2019-2020 Gatorade National Player of the Year closed out her career at Hunterdon Central just over a month ago, and now that this chapter of her career has concluded, Mason has her sights set on being in the upper echelon of women’s soccer going forward. Mason headlines Rutgers’ incoming Class of 2021 signees and has also made a name as one of the youngest players on the Under-20 U.S. Women’s National soccer team. Mason’s name could be familiar to soccer fans around the country if she keeps working to her goal leading up to the 2023 FIFA Women’s World Cup. JSZ’s Jay Cook has the story:
Woodbridge’s Ali Lee Jr. Signs With Stony Brook Football
In three seasons Woodbridge has gone from a .500 team to one of New Jersey’s top public school programs, posting a 15-2 record the last 2 years. A big part of that was running back Ali Lee Jr. who ended 2020 with 1,161 rushing yards, 17 touchdowns and 2 interceptions. Bringing his career totals to just shy of 4,000 yards and 52 scores. Lee Jr. made his college commitment official by signing with Stony Brook University early Monday morning. JSZ’s Nery Rodriguez has the story and check out his featured coverage below: 2020 All-Zone feature: Junior season highlight reel: JSZ A to Z Feature:
Vote now for 2020 JSZ Football Play of the Year!
We’ve been showing you the top plays from JSZ cameras all month long. Now, we’re down to our six football plays of the year winners going head to head to see who had the top football play of 2020 All month long, JSZ has posted the top plays of 2020. We put our six winners head to head to see who wins the 2020 JSZ Football Play of the Year. We’ve got a JSZ Game Ball for the winner of this poll which is open NOW through Wednesday at 1:00 p.m. Watch our six nominees and cast your vote below! Take Our Poll Thanks to everyone who has voted all season long!
Vote now for JSZ Sack of the Year!
We’ve reached the final category in our Football Plays of the Year. Watch the best sacks captured by JSZ cameras and cast your vote for Sack of the Year We’ve reached the final category in our JSZ Football Plays of the Year. We have 12 awesome sacks and need your vote. The polls are open now through Monday at 12 noon. The winner will grab the sixth and final slot for JSZ’s Football Play of the Year which will take place this Monday. Watch all of our sacks and cast your vote! Take Our Poll Remaining JSZ Football Plays of the Year 2020 Overall Play of the Year (6 Plays of the Year winners): Monday, Dec. 21st through Wednesday, Dec. 23rd 2020 All-Zone Team Presentation Announcement of JSZ Zoneman Finalists (5 Player of the Year Finalists): Monday, Dec. 7th.JSZ Non-Public All-Zone Offense: Monday, Dec. 14th.JSZ Non-Public All Zone Defense: Tuesday, Dec. 15th.JSZ Public All-Zone Offense: Wednesday, Dec. 16th.JSZ Public All-Zone Defense: Thursday, Dec. 17th.Zoneman Finalist Features: Thursday, Dec.18th.Zoneman Trophy Announcement: Friday, Dec. Dec. 18th
Geno VanDeMark Signs NLI with Michigan State
One of New Jersey’s most physical and talented offensive lineman officially has a new home. St. Joe’s (Mont.) offensive tackle Geno VanDeMark put pen to paper Friday morning and officially signed his NLI with Michigan State. A two-time JSZ All-Zone player, VanDeMark gave a verbal commitment to the Spartans prior to the start of the 2020 season. Other schools, like Rutgers University, came in with a late push to try and swing the 6-5, 300 pound lineman. VanDeMark, a native of Lodi, NJ, is the second offensive lineman in as many years to sign with a Big 10 program. Last season, it was Ohio State’s Luke Wypler. JSZ’s Jay Cook spoke with VanDeMark moments after he signed on with the Spartans: Watch Geno VanDeMark’s 2020 JSZ All-Zone Profile Watch Geno VanDeMark’s “JSZ A to Z” Feature Jersey Sports Zone’s coverage of St. Joe’s (Mont.) is brought to you by Rothman Orthopaedics.
Meet the 2020 JSZ All-Zone Football Team
JSZ honors a season unlike any other with our fourth annual JSZ All-Zone team. We’ve got the top players from New Jersey at every position and the announcement of our 4th Zoneman Trophy Winner The 2020 football season provided incredible memories in the midst of adversity. Despite teams losing games due to the pandemic, JSZ cameras were able to find the best of the best from New Jersey high school football. All this week, we will present the 2020 JSZ All-Zone football team. Audric Estime wins 2020 JSZ Zoneman The St. Joe-Montvale running back will always remember the day he won the Zoneman Trophy. That’s because he happened to make national headlines when he flipped his commitment from Michigan State to Notre Dame signing with the Irish shortly after accepting the JSZ Zoneman Trophy. Estime was a force topping 1800 yards and 22 ground scores in just eight games of action Watch JSZ’s Zoneman Trophy presentation and an extended interview with Audric during his signing day ceremony: Estime received 33 votes from JSZ’s 72 person voting panel of head coaches and statewide media: Thank you to the head coaches and statewide media who cast their vote for the 2020 Zoneman Coaches: Joe Wojechowski, Lenape, Sean Clancy, Notre Dame, Rich Hilliard, St. Joe-Metuchen, Joe LaSala, Woodbridge, Vin Mistretta, Jackson Memorial, Montrey Wright, Salem, Kenny Scott, Winslow, Kevin Smith, Ocean City, Pat Gallagher, Williamstown, Steve Scanlon, Clearview, Chris Sacco, Absegami, Tim Gushue, Shawnee, Pete Lancetta, St. Augustine, John Whitehead, Paramus Catholic, Vito Campanile, Bergen Catholic, John McKenna, DePaul Catholic, Dan Sabella, Don Bosco Prep, Darnell Grant, West Orange, Bill Fitzgerald, Seton Hall Prep, David Schuman, Red Bank Regional, Dan Curcione, Donovan Catholic, Jeff Rainess, Holmdel, Jim Raso, Hammonton, Rich Hansen, St. Peter’s Prep, Tony Grandinetti, Wall, Jim Sharples, Jackson Liberty, Dom Marangi, St. Joe-Montvale, Mike Lange, Red Bank Catholic, Don Klein, Ocean Township, Bryant Garvin, Newark East Side, Jason Acerra, Bayonne, Andrew Patterson, Robbinsville, Brian Bowers, Delbarton, Todd Smith, Hun, Chris Beagen, Sayreville, Dave Ellis, Freehold Boro, Al Chiola, Linden, Dallas Whitaker, Somerville, John Viotto, South Brunswick, John Emel, Penns Grove, Rob Davis, Barnegat, Brian Russo, Rahway, Lou Grasso, Union, Roger Kotlarz, Wayne Valley, Scott Bray, Bridgewater-Raritan, Kevin Kostibos, Summit, Len Zdanowicz, Brick Township Media: Rich Chrampanis, JSZ, Jay Cook, JSZ, Nery Rodriguez, JSZ, Mike Frankel, JSZ, Kenneth Bradley, JSZ, James Mooney, JSZ, Andrew Koob, NJ.com, Sean Miller, NJ.com, Mike McGarry, Press of Atlantic City, Kevin Minnick, NJ.com, Tom Williams, Prime Events, Pat Lanni, NJ.com, Ryan Patti, Rivals.com, Dave McCarthy, McCarthy Report, Shawn Brown, 247 Sports, Chris Melvin, Asbury Park Press, Todderick Hunt, NJ.com, Mike Kinney, NJ.com, Joe Zedalis, NJ.com, Bob Badders, Shore Sports Network, Chris Gallagher, News 12 NJ, Sunil Sunder Raj, Gannett, Kyle Franco, NJ.com, John Jones, Max Preps, GMC Gridron 2020 JSZ All-Zone Non-Public Offense (Click player’s name to watch their JSZ All-Zone profile!) QuarterbackRunning BackWide Receiver Tight EndOffensive LineZoneman Finalists Steve Angeli, Bergen CatholicRyan Butler, Bergen Catholic Naran Buntin, Mater Dei PrepAlex Bauman, Red Bank Catholic Chase Bisontis, Don Bosco Prep Tahj Bullock, St. Peter's Prep Andrew Butler, DePaul CatholicJahdir Loftland, Donovan Catholic Nick Dunneman, Seton Hall Prep Jack Larsen, Seton Hall PrepDominick Brogna, Bergen CatholicCookie Desiderio, Somerville Cole Freeman, DelbartonRickey "Pop" Spruill, Notre Dame Jayon Farrar, Donovan Catholic Nuccio Lisitano, DePaul CatholicCamron McNair, Donovan Catholic Audric Estime, St. Joe-Montvale Kanye Udoh, St. Augustine Prep Nasir Hill, St. Augustine Prep Justin McNulty, Holy SpiritCasey Larkin, Wall Najih Rahman, Red Bank Catholic Aidan Monteiro, St. Peter's Prep Patrick Smith, Holy Spirit Jaylan Sanchez, St. Peter's PrepGeno VanDeMark, St. Joe-Montvale 2020 JSZ All-Zone Non-Public Defense/Special Teams Defensive LineLinebackerDefensive BackKicker/Punter Dominick Giudice, Mater Dei PrepPJ Casale, Delbarton Jayden Bellamy, Bergen CatholicPatrick Ryan, Delbarton Keshon Griffin, St. Joseph Academy Timmy Hinspeter, Don Bosco Prep Jordan Campbell, St. Peter's PrepSebastien Tasko, St. Joe-Montvale Jake Louro, Red Bank Catholic Frankie Monte, St. Joe-MontvaleJaeden Gould, Bergen Catholic Qy'aeir Price, DePaul CatholicAi'Johnnie Rembert, Holy SpiritJahqir Haley, St. Joseph Academy Ethan Rodriguez, St. Peter's PrepAhmad Ross, St. Joseph AcademyJake Jarmolowich, Delbarton George Rooks, St. Peter's PrepA'Khoury Lyde, DePaul Catholic DJ Samuels, Bergen Catholic 2020 JSZ All-Zone Public Offense QuarterbackRunning BackWide ReceiverTight EndOffensive Line Joe Crifasi, BectonJaiden Abrams, HammontonJoJo Bermudez, Cedar CreekSean Clapp, RamapoMatthew Fries, Cranford Charles DePrima, RamapoAl-Jay Henderson, IrvingtonJaimen Bryant, SomervilleJordan Harris, Woodbridge Chad Martini, Watchung HillsAli Lee, Jr., WoodbridgeAlijah Clark, CamdenJustin Evans-Jenkins, Irvington Sha'Kim Shuler, Freehold BoroNasir Robinson, Penns GroveXavier Coleman, LenapeWinston Jordan, Highland Regional Demie Sumo, WillingboroTyler Davis, LenapeJoe Metzger, Delsea Will Towns, Jackson MemorialDesmond Igbinosun, UnionJoe Mancino, Holmdel Bhayshul Tuten, PaulsboroAnthony Johnson, Burlington Twp.Grant Puharic, Wall John Volker, Rumson-Fair HavenJake Schneider, Ocean CityBilly Searle, Nutley Josh Toner, Cherokee 2020 JSZ All-Zone Public Defense/Special Teams Defensive LineLinebackerDefensive BackKicker/PunterReturn Specialist Zaire Angoy, IrvingtonLeQuint Allen, MillvilleJayden Brown, Winslow Twp.Jai Patel, South BrunswickAl Shadee-Salaam, East Orange Jihaad Campbell, Timber CreekKharyi Banton, Newark West SideJalen Cheek, Winslow Twp. Donovan Ezeiruaku, WilliamstownLocksley Burke, East OrangeDarian "Duce" Chestnut, Camden Von Factor, Rumson-Fair HavenLuke Cole, LenapeBrody Colbert, Williamstown Luke Doerr-Fredrickson, West MorrisMikai Gbayor, IrvingtonLee Coleman, Salem Mike Jarvis, ShawneeJake Inserra, Ocean CityShaquan Loyal, Newark West Side AJ Pena, SomervilleEmeril Mitchell, Winslow Twp.Dorian Rawls, West Orange Jordan Thompson, Parsippany HillsCharlie Sasso, WallRyan Ruane, Rumson-Fair Haven John Testa, Wayne ValleyKeon Sabb, Williamstown Corey Walker, Newark West Side Meet the 2020 Zoneman Finalists Tahj Bullock, St. Peter’s Prep QB Before ever taking a snap at St. Peter’s Prep, fans and coaches on the St. Peter’s Prep stands and sidelines buzzed about a kid nicknamed “Ducee” who would take New Jersey by storm. Now Tahj Bullock’s illustrious high school career is over – and he’ll be discussed as one of the most impactful player to ever play for the Marauders. Bullock, a Virginia Tech commit, flashed in the six games St. Peter’s Prep played in this season. He completed 51 percent of his passes for 818 yards and a touchdown to interception ratio of 12:0. Ducee also accounted for 306 yards and six more touchdowns on the ground, bringing his career touchdown total to an impeccable 52 scores. JSZ’s Jay Cook has the story on Bullock Cookie Desiderio, Somerville RB Players like Cookie Desiderio don’t come around very often – and the numbers he produced in 2020 were just as unique. The Somerville bruiser exceeded every and all exception in this wild season with 1,569 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns on only 152 carries. That comes out to 10.3 yards every single time Desiderio took a handoff. You know what makes those numbers so impressive? It’s the fact that Desiderio did it in only seven games and that he surpassed every single benchmark he previously set in his junior season. Desiderio becomes the second player in Somerville history to be nominated for the award (Jalahn Dabney, 2018.) The recognition is well-deserved. JSZ’s Nery Rodriguez has the feature: Audric Estime, St. Joe’s (Mont.) RB Audric Estime put in an offseason for the ages to deliver one of the most dominant single season efforts anyone has ever seen in North Jersey. While playing in arguably one of the toughest divisions in the entire country, the St. Joe’s (Mont.) product ran roughshod over the competition for 190 carries, 1,857 yards and 22 touchdowns. All of those were career highs in only eight games played. The Michigan State commit was also the only player in the state to account for 2,000 scrimmage yards and finished 2020 with a total 2,042 yards and 24 touchdowns. The Big 10 better be ready for what’s coming. JSZ’s Jay Cook has the story: Casey Larkin, Wall ATH Both the soul and heartbeat of Wall’s undefeated 2020 team is, without question, Casey Larkin. A starter on both sides of the ball for the Crimson Knights, Larkin shined in every game he played. At running back, he rushed for 870 yards and 13 touchdowns on only 97 carries. At defensive back, Larkin anchored the Crimson Knights defense with 32 tackles, five pass defenses and a fumble recovery. Wall won the unofficial Shore Conference championship this season and finished the year 7-0. Larkin delivered two standout performances in the semifinal and finals. Some in New Jersey consider Wall to be the state’s top-ranked team – if they indeed are, then Larkin had a major say in that decision. JSZ’s Rich Chrampanis has the story: Patrick “Cheeks” Smith, Holy Spirit RB If you ask any high school football fanatic in South Jersey who the area’s top player was this season, the answer would be short and quick: Cheeks. Patrick Smith, the Holy Spirit standout, was an absolute force to be reckoned with every time the rock was in his hands. Smith concluded an unforgettable 2020 campaign with 1,719 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns on a workhorse-like 221 carries this season. Holy Spirit ended the season at 8-0 after becoming the unofficial South Jersey champions with a 21-7 win over Lenape in the WJFL Bracket A Final. Smith’s incredible top-end speed and vision helped drive the Spartans to the upper echelon on New Jersey high school football in a crazy season. JSZ’s Mike Frankel has the feature: JSZ Plays of the Year The JSZ Football Plays of the Year will wrap up on December 21st with the six winners of each category vying for the top overall play of the year. We’ll interview the winner on December 23rd! Special Teams TD of the Year: Monday, Dec. 7th through Wednesday, Dec. 9th.TD Pass Play of the Year: Thursday, Dec. 10th through Saturday, Dec. 12th.Defensive TD of the Year: Sunday, Dec. 13th through Tuesday, Dec. 15th.TD Run of the Year: Wednesday, Dec. 16th through Friday. Dec. 18th.Sack of the Year: Saturday, Dec. 19th through Monday, Dec. 21st.2020 Overall Play of the Year (6 Plays of the Year winners): Monday, Dec. 21st through Wednesday, Dec. 23rd
NJ Football Shines on National Signing Day
Football players from every corner of the state put pen to paper Wednesday as National Letters of Intent were signed on National Signing Day. JSZ has features from both the North and South regions of the Garden State, as well as a roundup of notable signings. West Side’s Banton, Loyal Ink with Rutgers Khayri Banton and Shaquan Loyal highlight Rutgers’ in-state Class of 2021 signees. The West Side products grew up with each other, played side by side through high school and signed their NLI’s with Greg Schiano’s Scarlet Knights on Wednesday. JSZ’s Jay Cook has the story on what makes this Newark duo special: Donovan Catholic Lineman Camron McNair Chooses Holy Cross In Toms River, there was mystery surrounding JSZ All-Zone offensive lineman Camron McNair. Four hats were laid out at the table with McNair choosing Holy Cross over Maine, LIU and Fordham. JSZ’s Rich Chrampanis has this story. Recruiting Roundup Outside of our features, dozens of New Jersey football players took advantage of the early signing period. Here’s a look at some of those players. Official. 🖊 Dominick totaled 43 tackles for loss and 24 sacks as a junior. #GoBlue | #NewBlue | #NSD21 pic.twitter.com/f1vbSRJtaM— Michigan Football (@UMichFootball) December 16, 2020 We are officially a Golden Flash ⚡️ pic.twitter.com/yvYu4zFUVW— Naran Buntin (@asvp_naran) December 16, 2020 Made it official!! Go Bulldogs🐶 pic.twitter.com/lJscf6XIsz— Anthony Perez (@Perez77o) December 16, 2020 Welcome to our newest offensive lineman, @JakeKetschek. #Dynamite21 | #AnchorDown pic.twitter.com/Z7NVkSXTj3— Vanderbilt Football (@VandyFootball) December 16, 2020 Signed. Sealed. Delivered. Next 4 ✝️⚔️!!! #CROS21SBACK pic.twitter.com/AvtwKF09Jn— Ryan Ruane (@RyanRuane1) December 16, 2020 Ready to get to work! @PrincetonFTBL Thanks to @RFH_Football for helping me get here! 💜 #SigningDay 🖋 pic.twitter.com/gLaU1ikRMc— John Volker (@JohnVolker3) December 16, 2020 One of Jersey's finest (and fastest) is in.Welcome to the Heights @Xtooshiftyy #GetIn21 pic.twitter.com/s6U87KYwSg— BC Football (@BCFootball) December 16, 2020 The Garden State pipeline to BC is still flowing … Welcome home @jaycheekss #GetIn21 pic.twitter.com/v41qHznYGm— BC Football (@BCFootball) December 16, 2020 Just signed a gunslinger 🤙@TahjB_12 #HardHatXXI pic.twitter.com/9Hw84r0DpC— Virginia Tech Football (@HokiesFB) December 16, 2020 Coming for the crown, welcome to ‘Cuse @Ballgame_duceDuce ChestnutDefensive BackPennsauken, New Jersey pic.twitter.com/oTs5rvhitT— Syracuse Football (@CuseFootball) December 16, 2020 The Garden State pipeline to BC is still flowing … Welcome home @jaycheekss #GetIn21 pic.twitter.com/v41qHznYGm— BC Football (@BCFootball) December 16, 2020 🐔 @Ty2Davis 🔷 Safety🔷 6-3🔷 190🔷 Mount Laurel, N.J.🔷 Lenape pic.twitter.com/EyhUB3UZxw— Delaware Football (@DelawareFB) December 16, 2020 Officially official. Time to work!!! @ArmyWP_Football pic.twitter.com/pU99Ybo7sl— Casey Larkin (@CLrkn) December 16, 2020 Humbled and honored to announce that I am officially a Red Fox!🦊 pic.twitter.com/XXvykSDcoq— Noah Abida (@NoahAbida) December 16, 2020 CONGRATS JOHN! WE ARE ALL SO PROUD OF YOU AND WHAT YOU ACCOMPLISHED AT VALLEY! GOOD LUCK AT MARIST! #VALLEYPRIDE #SFCSigningDay2020 @WVFootballHS @WVHS_Principal @WayneValleyHS @VarsityAces @HSSportsNJ pic.twitter.com/7aEKiDlOH3— Wayne Valley Indians (@wvalleyathletic) December 15, 2020
Vote Now for JSZ TD Run of the Year!
JSZ continues to bring you the best of the 2020 football season, as it’s time now to vote on the best touchdown run of the year. The polls will be open through Friday, December 18th at noon. Take Our Poll JSZ Postseason Awards Calendar Who had the top play of the 2020 season? Who will win the Zoneman Player of the Year? Who is on our All-Zone team? All the answers to those questions can be found by following along with JSZ as we navigate through plenty of awards still to come in December. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in the next week: Remaining JSZ Football Plays of the Year TD Run of the Year: Wednesday, Dec. 16th through Friday. Dec. 18th.Sack of the Year: Saturday, Dec. 19th through Monday, Dec. 21st.2020 Overall Play of the Year (6 Plays of the Year winners): Monday, Dec. 21st through Wednesday, Dec. 23rd 2020 All-Zone Team Presentation Announcement of JSZ Zoneman Finalists (5 Player of the Year Finalists): Monday, Dec. 7th.JSZ Non-Public All-Zone Offense: Monday, Dec. 14th.JSZ Non-Public All Zone Defense: Tuesday, Dec. 15th.JSZ Public All-Zone Offense: Wednesday, Dec. 16th.JSZ Public All-Zone Defense: Thursday, Dec. 17th.Zoneman Finalist Features: Friday, Dec.18th.Zoneman Trophy Announcement (virtual interview) Dec. 18th.
Camden’s Palmer Commits to Temple
Corey Palmer was a playmaker on both sides of the football for Camden last season. After transferring back home from IMG Academy in Florida, Palmer finished his senior year with over 450 yards receiving, three touchdowns and three interceptions on defense. He helped lead The High to a 4-1 record. Palmer announced his college decision on Tuesday, committing to Temple University. @Temple_FB Locked in 🦉 pic.twitter.com/sb9en2NSZv— . (@coreypalmer_1) December 15, 2020 Watch Palmer’s senior year highlight reel for the Panthers here: Coverage of Camden is made possibly by Cooper University Health Care.
NJSIAA sets table for full spring sports season
The NJSIAA has released dates for the 2021 spring sports season. After no spring sports in 2020, the state’s governing high school authority has state playoffs on the calendar for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic began After watching the traditional state playoffs put on the back burner for the fall and winter sports seasons, the NJSIAA has released a 2021 spring sports schedule that gives athletes the chance to return to traditional postseason play. The start of the spring sports season is pushed back to an April 1st start date for practice with competition beginning on April 19th (April 9 for golf) and a post-season in June that will allow for state championship to be crowned in lacrosse, baseball and softball along with golf and boys tennis. The NJSIAA’s newly formed “Season 3” for the winter features wrestling, girls gymnastics and girls volleyball which will overlap the beginning o fthe spring sports season. Athletes and coaches will be able to begin spring sports as soon as their Season 3 comes to an end. “Minimizing overlap and avoiding direct conflicts between sports has always been a top priority of the Sports Advisory Task Force,” said Dave Frazier, chair of the task force. “After the loss of the spring 2020season, we want to ensure every student-athlete has the opportunity to participate in each sport they would have during a normal year.” The winter sports season is set to start in January with hockey beginning regular season play on January 15th and boys and girls basketball to follow on January 26th. With wrestling, gymnastics and girls volleyball set to start in March, the spring sports season will be the first opportunity to have traditional state playoffs and champions. “Multi-sport athletes should be celebrated, and not made to choose between two sports that they love,” said Colleen Maguire, COO of the NJSIAA. “As a result of indoor practices and competition being suspended per Executive Order No. 204, some overlap between seasons is unavoidable. But based on our latest plan, student-athletes will still have the opportunity to compete during all seasons.”
Vote Now for JSZ Touchdown Pass of 2020!
Just because the high school football season has come to a close for 2020 doesn’t mean the action has stopped here at Jersey Sports Zone. Check out the nominees for JSZ’s Touchdown Pass of the Year and cast your vote below. The polls are open until Saturday, December 12th at noon. Vote early and often for your favorite play! Take Our Poll JSZ Postseason Awards Calendar Who had the top play of the 2020 season? Who will win the Zoneman Player of the Year? Who is on our All-Zone team? All the answers to those questions can be found by following along with JSZ as we navigate through the dozens of awards coming down the pipeline in December. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in the coming weeks. JSZ Football Plays of the Year Special Teams TD of the Year: Monday, Dec. 7th through Wednesday, Dec. 9th.TD Pass Play of the Year: Thursday, Dec. 10th through Saturday, Dec. 12th.Defensive TD of the Year: Sunday, Dec. 13th through Tuesday, Dec. 15th.TD Run of the Year: Wednesday, Dec. 16th through Friday. Dec. 18th.Sack of the Year: Saturday, Dec. 19th through Monday, Dec. 21st.2020 Overall Play of the Year (6 Plays of the Year winners): Monday, Dec. 21st through Wednesday, Dec. 23rd 2020 All-Zone Team Presentation Announcement of JSZ Zoneman Finalists (5 Player of the Year Finalists): Monday, Dec. 7th.JSZ Non-Public All-Zone Offense: Monday, Dec. 14th.JSZ Non-Public All Zone Defense: Tuesday, Dec. 15th.JSZ Public All-Zone Offense: Wednesday, Dec. 16th.JSZ Public All Zone Defense: Thursday, Dec. 17th.Zoneman Finalist Features: Friday, Dec.18th.Zoneman Trophy Announcement (virtual interview) Dec. 18th.
Vote Now for JSZ Special Teams Touchdown of 2020!
Awards season continues here at JerseySportsZone, next up is Special Teams Touchdown of 2020. Our poll is live with ten amazing special teams plays captured by our cameras. The polls will be open until Wednesday, December 9th at noon. Vote early and often for your favorite play! Take Our Poll JSZ Postseason Awards Calendar Who had the top play of the 2020 season? Who will win the Zoneman Player of the Year? Who is on our All-Zone team? All the answers to those questions can be found by following along with JSZ as we navigate through the dozens of awards coming down the pipeline in December. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in the coming weeks. JSZ Football Plays of the Year Special Teams TD of the Year: Monday, Dec. 7th through Wednesday, Dec. 9th.TD Pass Play of the Year: Thursday, Dec. 10th through Saturday, Dec. 12th.Defensive TD of the Year: Sunday, Dec. 13th through Tuesday, Dec. 15th.TD Run of the Year: Wednesday, Dec. 16th through Friday. Dec. 18th.Sack of the Year: Saturday, Dec. 19th through Monday, Dec. 21st.2020 Overall Play of the Year (6 Plays of the Year winners): Monday, Dec. 21st through Wednesday, Dec. 23rd 2020 All-Zone Team Presentation Announcement of JSZ Zoneman Finalists (5 Player of the Year Finalists): Monday, Dec. 7th.JSZ Non-Public All-Zone Offense: Monday, Dec. 14th.JSZ Non-Public All Zone Defense: Tuesday, Dec. 15th.JSZ Public All-Zone Offense: Wednesday, Dec. 16th.JSZ Public All Zone Defense: Thursday, Dec. 17th.Zoneman Finalist Features: Friday, Dec.18th.Zoneman Trophy Announcement (virtual interview) Dec. 18th.
Meet the 2020 JSZ Zoneman Trophy Finalists
Jersey Sports Zone is excited to formally announce the five finalists for the 2020 Zoneman Trophy — our N.J. high school football Player of the Year award. The winner will be announced virtually on the evening of Dec. 18. Meet the five finalists now! The Story of the Zoneman Trophy By Rich Chrampanis, Jersey Sports Zone COO In the year 2000, I received the great honor of a Heisman Trophy ballot as I started my tenure on television at WPDE-TV in Myrtle Beach. I was so excited to get the chance to weigh in on such a significant award and it got me thinking of bringing the same kind of excitement to our high school football coverage. So we built a trophy – and instead of the Heisman – the Zoneman was born. During my 15 years, we were fortunate to have some outstanding winners of our award starting with former Pittsburgh Steelers and Miami Dolphins linebacker Lawrence Timmons, former Notre Dame quarterback Everett Golson and current Oakland Raiders wide receiver Hunter Renfrow, who caught the game winning TD pass in the 2016 National Championship game. The Zoneman tradition is still going strong in South Carolina, began its New Jersey chapter on the Jersey Shore and is now a coveted statewide honor. We’re excited to continue this tradition in New Jersey high school football as we will present the most outstanding player in the state with our Fourth Annual Zoneman Trophy. Woodrow Wilson’s Fadil Diggs won the 2019 Zoneman Player of the Year award. The Zoneman Balloting Our 2020 Zoneman will be voted on by head coaches from every part of the state (WJFL, Shore Conference, Big Central and the SFC) as well as the JSZ staff and media representatives from around the state. Every ballot has a 1st, 2nd and 3rd place vote with three points awarded for 1st, two for 2nd and one point for 3rd. We are excited to announce the finalists for the 2020 Zoneman Trophy in alphabetical order: Meet the 2020 Zoneman Finalists Tahj Bullock, St. Peter’s Prep QB Before ever taking a snap at St. Peter’s Prep, fans and coaches on the St. Peter’s Prep stands and sidelines buzzed about a kid nicknamed “Ducee” who would take New Jersey by storm. Now Tahj Bullock’s illustrious high school career is over – and he’ll be discussed as one of the most impactful player to ever play for the Marauders. Bullock, a Virginia Tech commit, flashed in the six games St. Peter’s Prep played in this season. He completed 51 percent of his passes for 818 yards and a touchdown to interception ratio of 12:0. Ducee also accounted for 306 yards and six more touchdowns on the ground, bringing his career touchdown total to an impeccable 52 scores. Cookie Desiderio, Somerville RB Players like Cookie Desiderio don’t come around very often – and the numbers he produced in 2020 were just as unique. The Somerville bruiser exceeded every and all exception in this wild season with 1,569 rushing yards and 26 touchdowns on only 152 carries. That comes out to 10.3 yards every single time Desiderio took a handoff. You know what makes those numbers so impressive? It’s the fact that Desiderio did it in only seven games and that he surpassed every single benchmark he previously set in his junior season. Desiderio becomes the second player in Somerville history to be nominated for the award (Jalahn Dabney, 2018.) The recognition is well-deserved. Audric Estime, St. Joe’s (Mont.) RB Audric Estime put in an offseason for the ages to deliver one of the most dominant single season efforts anyone has ever seen in North Jersey. While playing in arguably one of the toughest divisions in the entire country, the St. Joe’s (Mont.) product ran roughshod over the competition for 190 carries, 1,857 yards and 22 touchdowns. All of those were career highs in only eight games played. The Michigan State commit was also the only player in the state to account for 2,000 scrimmage yards and finished 2020 with a total 2,042 yards and 24 touchdowns. The Big 10 better be ready for what’s coming. Casey Larkin, Wall ATH Both the soul and heartbeat of Wall’s undefeated 2020 team is, without question, Casey Larkin. A starter on both sides of the ball for the Crimson Knights, Larkin shined in every game he played. At running back, he rushed for 870 yards and 13 touchdowns on only 97 carries. At defensive back, Larkin anchored the Crimson Knights defense with 32 tackles, five pass defenses and a fumble recovery. Wall won the unofficial Shore Conference championship this season and finished the year 7-0. Larkin delivered two standout performances in the semifinal and finals. Some in New Jersey consider Wall to be the state’s top-ranked team – if they indeed are, then Larkin had a major say in that decision. Patrick “Cheeks” Smith, Holy Spirit RB If you ask any high school football fanatic in South Jersey who the area’s top player was this season, the answer would be short and quick: Cheeks. Patrick Smith, the Holy Spirit standout, was an absolute force to be reckoned with every time the rock was in his hands. Smith concluded an unforgettable 2020 campaign with 1,719 rushing yards and 16 touchdowns on a workhorse-like 221 carries this season. Holy Spirit ended the season at 8-0 after becoming the unofficial South Jersey champions with a 21-7 win over Lenape in the WJFL Bracket A Final. Smith’s incredible top-end speed and vision helped drive the Spartans to the upper echelon on New Jersey high school football in a crazy season.
Congratulations to JSZ’s Soccer Plays of the Year Winners!
JSZ Nation has spoken, and after over 155,000 votes we have our 2020 JSZ Soccer Plays of the Year Winners! Watch all four acceptance speeches below: Holmdel’s Tomas Zolofra wins JSZ Boys Goal of the Year Take Our Poll Red Bank Catholic’s Emma Bruther wins JSZ Girls Goal of the Year: Take Our Poll Rumson-Fair Haven’s Dylan Herman wins JSZ Save of the Year: Take Our Poll Bergen Catholic’s Gavin Sapontzis wins JSZ Viewer’s Choice Goal of the Year: Take Our Poll
Vote Now for JSZ’s Viewer’s Choice Football Play of 2020!
The 2020 high school football season is officially over in New Jersey, but we’re just getting started with our postseason honors here at Jersey Sports Zone. You’ve seen our video all year long, now here’s a look at yours! Our 2020 Viewer’s Choice Football Play of the Year poll is live with 10 incredible touchdowns captured by you, our viewer’s. The polls will be open until Dec. 6 at noon. Vote early and often for your favorite play! Take Our Poll JSZ Postseason Awards Calendar Who had the top play of the 2020 season? Who will win the Zoneman Player of the Year? Who is on our All-Zone team? All the answers to those questions can be found by following along with JSZ as we navigate through the dozens of awards coming down the pipeline in December. Here’s a breakdown of what to expect in the coming weeks. JSZ Football Plays of the Year Viewers Choice Play of the Year (submitted clips): Friday, Dec. 4th through Sunday, Dec. 6th.Special Teams TD of the Year: Monday, Dec. 7th through Wednesday, Dec. 9th.TD Pass Play of the Year: Thursday, Dec. 10th through Saturday, Dec. 12th.Defensive TD of the Year: Sunday, Dec. 13th through Tuesday, Dec. 15th.TD Run of the Year: Wednesday, Dec. 16th through Friday. Dec. 18th.Sack of the Year: Saturday, Dec. 19th through Monday, Dec. 21st.2020 Overall Play of the Year (6 Plays of the Year winners): Monday, Dec. 21st through Wednesday, Dec. 23rd 2020 All-Zone Team Presentation Announcement of JSZ Zoneman Finalists (5 Player of the Year Finalists): Monday, Dec. 7th.JSZ Non-Public All-Zone Offense: Monday, Dec. 14th.JSZ Non-Public All Zone Defense: Tuesday, Dec. 15th.JSZ Public All-Zone Offense: Wednesday, Dec. 16th.JSZ Public All Zone Defense: Thursday, Dec. 17th.Zoneman Finalist Features: Friday, Dec.18th.Zoneman Trophy Announcement (virtual interview) Dec. 18th.
Kevin Boswell of Hamilton West Wins Final JSZ Top Play Belt
Covid-19 affected many things in the 2020 football season starting with the amount of games played. After finishing 8-2 in 2019, Hamilton West finished with a record of 3-1 thanks in part to Running back Kevin Boswell. Despite only playing in four games, Boswell finished the year with 619 total yards and eight touchdowns. In the 62nd meeting between West and Steinert on Thanksgiving, he scored a shifty 33 yard touchdown to lead the Hornets to a 22-6 victory. The fans have spoken and he is JSZ’s Week 9 and final Game Ball Winner of the season. Watch his ceremony below: Take Our Poll Stay tuned for our best plays of 2020! Thank you to Princeton Orthopaedic Associates for sponsoring our Hamilton West coverage.
Vote now for JSZ Soccer Plays of the Year!
The 2020 fall season might have been shortened but it didn’t stop New Jersey’s soccer talent from providing amazing moments. Check out our goals of the year and top saves and vote now to see who takes home top honors! The 2020 high school soccer season provided incredible goals and saves from all around the state. The Jersey Sports Zone team went through every game we shot in 2020 and compiled our nominees for Goal of the Year and Save of the Year. In addition, we asked our great fan base to submit their favorite clips for our Viewer’s Choice Goal of the Year. The voting is open NOW through Thursday at 4:00 p.m. Boys Soccer Goal of the Year Take Our Poll Girls Soccer Goal of the Year Take Our Poll Save of the Year (Boys and Girls) Take Our Poll Viewer’s Choice Goal of the Year Take Our Poll
Vote for the final Top Play Belt of 2020!
The 2020 high school football season has come to a close and JSZ brings you one more incredible batch of outstanding plays from every part of the state. Cast your vote now for the Top Play of Week 9 and see who takes home the JSZ Top Play Belt Jersey Sports Zone had cameras all around the state for Week 9 of the 2020 high school football season. We have 12 nominees up for this week’s JSZ Top Play. Watch our video and cast your vote NOW! The polls stay open through Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. The winner of our poll will get a visit from JSZ and be presented with the Top Play Belt. Thanks to everyone for watching our highlights. Check out some great plays from Week 9: Take Our Poll Congratulations to Brendan Vlasak of Watchung Hills for winning the Week 8 Top Play Belt
Watch Saturday 11.28 JSZ Football Highlights
We finish an unforgettable 2020 season with one final day of football around the state! Thanks for watching this season! Bergen Catholic 22 St. Peter’s Prep 15 Ryan Butler’s 1-yard TD run with just under two minutes to go capped off a nearly nine minute drive in the fourth quarter to give Bergen Catholic a […] 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.
Irvington Closes 2020 with Convincing Win in Clifton
Al-Jay Henderson found the end zone three times and Rutgers DT commit Zaire Angoy closes out his high school career with a TD out of the Wildcat. JSZ has all the highlights and post-game reaction! Irvington 38 Clifton 7 Buffalo commit Al-Jay Henderson ran wild for 170 yards on 17 carries with three touchdowns to […] 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.
Watchung Hills’ Vlasak Takes Home Week 8 Top Play Belt!
Watchung Hills made the most out of their 2020 season after going 5-2 and securing statement wins over Phillipsburg and Hunterdon Central along the way. The Warriors’ closed out the year in Week 8 with a 35-14 victory over Wayne Hills, which is when Brendan Vlasak exploded for a 47-yard touchdown catch to help Watchung Hills secure the win. Vlasak’s effort earned him a nomination for JSZ’s Week 8 Top Play Belt poll, where he garnered 17,178 votes (51.9 percent) to win the second-to-last top play belt of the 2020 season. Take Our Poll JSZ’s Jay Cook presented Vlasak with the award on Thanksgiving Eve:
Watch Thanksgiving JSZ Football Highlights
Jersey Sports Zone has a three-course Turkey Day highlight meal for you! Then we’ll have some leftovers coming your way tomorrow and Saturday! Hamilton West 22 Steinert 6 Coming off three weeks of frustration and uncertainty whether they would play another game or not, Hamilton West (3-1) defeated Steinert (3-4) 22-6 in the 62nd annual […] 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.
A Night and a Season Cut Short; Williamstown vs. Ocean City Game Stopped at Halftime
It was an ending suitable for 2020, but that didn’t make it any easier to accept for the Braves and the Red Raiders. Williamstown and Ocean City came in as two of the top teams in South Jersey. The Braves raced out to a 28-6 halftime lead, before the news came down. A Williamstown player, not present at the game, had tested positive for COVID-19, and the game would have to be abandoned. JSZ’s Mike Frankel has the story from Ocean City: JSZ would also like to send its condolences to the family and friends of former Ocean City student-athlete Anthony Kenny. The OCHS football family is crushed to learn that 2017 grad and football alum Anthony Kenny was killed in a car accident tonight. Ant was an all-conference player and a better person – always smiling, laughing, lighting up the room. A horrible end to an already-bizarre evening. pic.twitter.com/MP73DAxobh— Ocean City High School Football (@OCHS_Football) November 26, 2020
Watch Wednesday 11.25 JSZ Football Highlights
Thanksgiving weekend in the Garden State kicks off with JSZ football coverage as our cameras travel across New Jersey to bring you another evening of action packed games. Stay tuned as we continue to post highlights from Thanksgiving Eve. St. Joe’s (Mont.) 20 DePaul Catholic 9 It was a night of goodbyes in Wayne. DePaul […] 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.
Seton Hall Prep Does the Unthinkable, Upsets NJ’s No. 1 Team
Seton Hall Prep has a knack for showing up in big games. This one, however, sets the bar at a new high. The Pirates stunned the entire Garden State and beyond with arguably the upset of the 2020 season by knocking off St. Peter’s Prep, the state’s No. 1 ranked team, in a 26-25 overtime […] 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.
Watch Sunday 11.22 JSZ Girls Soccer Championship Highlights
We have plenty of highlights as the girls finish off the 2020 season with stellar performances and big moments from all around the state. Immaculate Heart 1 Montclair Kimberley 1 (4-3 PK’s) | North East Non-Public Championship After Immaculate Heart and Montclair Kimberley got through 100 minutes of soccer with one goal apiece, IHA secured […] 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.
We’ve got 8 up for Week 8 Top Plays!
Championship games and awesome inter-conference matchups highlight Week 8 in New Jersey high school football. Vote now for the top play captured by JSZ cameras this weekend! Jersey Sports Zone had cameras all around the state for Week 8 of the 2020 high school football season. We have 8 nominees up for this week’s JSZ Top Play. Watch our video and cast your vote NOW! The polls stay open through Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. The winner of our poll will get a visit from JSZ and be presented with the Top Play Belt. Thanks to everyone for watching our highlights. Check out some great plays from Week 8: Take Our Poll Last Week’s Top Play Winner Congratulations to Cranford’s Marcus Johnson for winning JSZ’s Top Play Belt for Week 7!
Watch Saturday 11.21 HS Boys Soccer State Playoffs Highlights
It’s the final day of the 2020 boys soccer season. JSZ brings you coverage from all over the state as we close the chapter on a shortened, yet action-packed year with sectional final highlights! Monroe 3 Elizabeth 2 | Central East, Group 4 Final | 2 OT It took 98 minutes but a Central East, […] 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.
“Heartbreaking”: How COVID-19 Forced Last-Second Cancellation of Elite NJ Matchup
2020 is a year of surprises, no one can dispute that. But what happened Saturday afternoon in Morris County was a first for everyone on hand. Just moments before kickoff in an elite Super Football Conference matchup between Delbarton and Bergen Catholic, the Green Wave received word a player on the team had tested positive for COVID-19. In a stunning turn, the game was cancelled minutes later. Delbarton’s season is effectively over, while Bergen Catholic missed a chance at redemption. JSZ’s Jay Cook was on hand in Morristown and has the story and reaction from both sidelines:
Watch Saturday 11.21 JSZ Football Highlights
Week 8 wraps up with more great matchups all over the Garden State. Enjoy the highlights! Paulsboro 22 Salem 13 | WJFL Pod “D” Final The Red Raiders staked their claim as the top small school in South Jersey, as they beat the Rams on the road to complete an undefeated season. Bhayshul Tuten scored […] 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.
Watch Friday 11.20 JSZ Football Highlights
Week 8 brings us championships, unofficial championships and compelling games all around the state. Check back throughout the night for all of the highlights and interviews! Wall 18 Donovan Catholic 15 | Shore Conference Championship Keisun Sanders and Charlie Sasso made a goal line stop on 4th and 3 with just over a minute to […] 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.
Willingboro Wins Again; Chimeras Top Timber Creek
Willingboro 21 Timber Creek 14 North Carolina State commit Demie Sumo caught a touchdown pass, intercepted a pass, and rushed for the go-ahead TD late in the fourth quarter to lead the Chimeras past the Chargers on the road. Nasir Abney also had a big night, rushing for over 100 yards in the win. Donovan […] 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.
Watch Thursday 11.19 HS Boys Soccer State Playoffs
JSZ has three games of action as teams punched their ticket to the sectional finals. Check back in throughout the night to see our highlights and post-game interviews! Monroe 3 Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1| Central East F Group 4 Semifinal Monroe (13-0-1) defeated Scotch Plains-Fanwood (6-4-2) 3-1 to advance to the Central East, Group 4 Final. […] 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.
NJSIAA Announces Changes To Winter Sports Season
With COVID-19 cases in New Jersey spiking as the fall quickly turns into winter, the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) has officially made changes to the winter sports season. Competition in all winter sports, which includes basketball, wrestling, ice hockey, indoor track, swimming and bowling were set to begin on Dec. 21. That is now not the case — high school sports will resume after calendars turn over to 2021. Here are the official and final changes, per an NJSIAA news release Thursday morning: Season 2 Ice Hockey will be the first sport to start in the winter. Practices will commence on Dec. 14 and the competition will officially last from Jan. 4, 2021 to Feb. 17. Basketball, Fencing and Bowling can start practicing on Jan. 11 with games set to last from Jan. 26 to March 6. Season 2A Swimming and Winter Track & Field may begin practices on Feb. 1. That season will last from Feb. 16 to March 27. Season 3 The big change here is for wrestling, which has been moved from the winter to the late winter/early spring. Teams can get onto the mats on March 1 for their first practices. The season will last from March 16 to April 24. That same timeline – March 16 to April 24 – will be the same timeline for both gymnastics and girls volleyball. Other News and Notes Gov. Phil Murphy’s Executive Order 196 (which restricts the number of people at indoor events) will go into effect on Nov. 23. Per the NJSIAA, indoor practices and competitions are limited to 10 persons, however, if the number of individuals who are necessary for the practice or competition, such as players, coaches, and referees, is greater than 10 persons, the practice or competition may proceed. If this exception applies, the number of individuals still may not exceed 25 percent of the capacity of the room in which it takes place, or 150 persons, whichever is less. Practically speaking, this means that spectators are prohibited.”There will be no NJSIAA sponsored state postseasons for sports in Seasons 2 and 2A, yet individual conferences can hold their own tournaments.The state athletic association said itself and its member schools are still determining “what may be the best format for post season play,” for Season 3. It’s unknown whether or not there will be an individual wrestling state tournament. Season 3 sports have to conclude no later than April 24, 2021.Bowling is the only sport allowed to have more than two teams in any venue. New Jersey teams are prohibited from playing any out-of-state competition, whether its inside or outside of state lines. Teams will be permitted to play up to three games per week with no more than 15 total during the season.The NJSIAA will announce plans for Season 4 (lacrosse, baseball, softball, outdoor track & field) no later than Dec. 11, 2020.
JSZ All-Zoner selected in first round of NBA Draft
2018 JSZ All-Zone selection Precious Achiuwa goes to the Miami Heat with the 20th pick in the NBA Draft. Check out his highlights from his two seasons at St. Benedict’s Prep! Precious Achiuwa spent two seasons in New Jersey playing for St. Benedict’s Prep. After transferring to Monteverde Prep in Florida in his senior year, Achiuwa had one season at Memphis before heading to the NBA. The Miami Heat selected Achiuwa with the #20 pick in the first round of the 2020 Draft: With the 20th pick in the 2020 #NBADraft…That hat looks good on you @PreciousAchiuwa! pic.twitter.com/sJMXXTF2Ew— Miami HEAT (@MiamiHEAT) November 19, 2020 Achiuwa was a member of JSZ’s 2018 All-Zone team and becomes to the second All-Zoner to join an NBA roster. Naz Reid, our 2018 Mr. Hoop Zone is currently with the Minnesota Timberwolves. Check out Achiuwa’s highlights from his high school days:
Watch Wednesday 11.18 Girls Soccer Playoff Highlights
It’s the sectional girls quarterfinals in New Jersey high school soccer. JSZ brings you highlights from three games around the state as we head towards championship weekend! Hunterdon Central 4 Hillsborough 1 | Central West C Quarterfinal Hunterdon Central sophomore Reagan Schubach tallied a hat trick in her third consecutive game to power the No. […] 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.
Marcus Johnson of Cranford Wins Week 7 Top Play Belt
Cranford has made an argument for one New Jersey’s top public school programs in 2020. The Cougars are 6-1 behind an offense that is averaging 32.4 points per game. In their 43-19 win over North Brunswick (6-1) Marcus Johnson had an incredible 45 yard touchdown to go along with a 111 all-purpose yard, two touchdown night. The fans have spoken and he is the Week 7 Top Play Belt Winner! JSZ’s Nery Rodriguez stopped by practice for another electric ceremony: Take Our Poll Voting for our weekly Game Balls and Top Plays is open Sunday (9 a.m.)-Tuesday (3 p.m.)
Camden’s Woodley Commits to South Carolina
TaQuan Woodley established himself as one of the top power forwards in the state last season, helping to lead Camden to the South Jersey Group 2 championship before COVID-19 concerns cut the Panthers’ season short. Woodley originally committed to Penn State in May, but decommitted last month after a coaching change in State College. The High’s standout senior announced his new college plans on Wednesday evening, committing to the South Carolina. 𝘗𝘭𝘢𝘺𝘴 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘥𝘰𝘶𝘴 𝘢𝘨𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝙨𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙩𝙝𝙃𝙞𝙜𝙝-𝙡𝙚𝙫𝙚𝙡 𝘳𝘦𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘯𝘥𝘦𝘳𝙀𝙭𝙘𝙚𝙥𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘴𝘬𝘪𝘭𝘭 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘯𝘴𝘪𝘷𝘦𝘭𝘺#Gamecocks 🐔 @T_boogi5 🏀 pic.twitter.com/kGJEixIQlO— Gamecock MBB (@GamecockMBB) November 18, 2020 Check out Woodley’s junior season highlights for Camden here:
Watch Tuesday 11.17 JSZ Boys Playoff Soccer Highlights
The boys soccer playoffs continue with sectional quarterfinal action across the state. Check in throughout the night to watch all of the highlights! Notre Dame 4 Union Catholic 0 | Central West C Non-Public Notre Dame (7-1) advanced to the Central West, Non-Public Semifinal Round with a 4-0 over Union Catholic (5-5-1). Danny Bensch scored […] 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.
Seton Hall Prep Defense Dominates Pope John
It had been 23 days since Seton Hall Prep was last on the field, but the Pirates’ defense shook off the rust in a big way against Pope John. The Pirates collected nine sacks and limited the Lions’ offense to 160 total yards on their way to a 7-0, low-scoring win on the road. JSZ’s […] 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.
Watch Monday 11.16 Girls Soccer Playoff Highlights
We’ve got three rounds of playoff action this week to determine girls and boys soccer sectional champions to close out the fall season. JSZ brings you two games from the Round of 16 on the girls side Rumson-Fair Haven 2 Monmouth Regional 0 | Central/East Group 2 Girls Katie Aglione scored two goals in the […] 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.
Watch Sunday 11.15 JSZ Football Highlights
JSZ has two terrific Week 7 Sunday games for you. Enjoy the highlights! Lenape 31 Cherokee 28 (OT) | WJFL Pod A Semifinal It was a battle between two undefeated rivals, both considered to be among the top teams in the state. In the end, it was a game that lived up to the hype. […] 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.
JSZ’s Top Plays Keep Getting Better into November
We’ve got another tremendous group of nominees that dazzled JSZ cameras in Week 7. Check out our Top Plays and cast your vote now! Jersey Sports Zone had cameras all around the state for Week 7 of the 2020 high school football season. We have 10 nominees up for this week’s JSZ Top Play. Watch our video and cast your vote NOW! The polls stay open through Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. The winner of our poll will get a visit from JSZ and be presented with the Top Play Belt. Thanks to everyone for watching our highlights. Check out some great plays from Week 7: Take Our Poll Congratulations to Vineland’s Levi Manson for winning the JSZ Top Play Belt for Week 6!
Watch Saturday 11.14 JSZ Football Highlights
Plenty of great action all over the Garden State as Week 7 continues. Be sure to check back throughout the day/night to watch all of the highlights! Don Bosco Prep 21 Bergen Catholic 20 What. A. Game. Don Bosco Prep created bedlam in Bergen County Saturday afternoon with an unforgettable, shocking win over Bergen Catholic. […] 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.
Watch Friday 11.13 JSZ Football Highlights
Some were “pod playoff” games, while others were fantastic regular season matchups. Week 7 is in full swing with tremendous Friday night action! Somerville 39 Woodbridge 26 It was the most monumental Big Central Conference game in 2020 thus far, and Somerville (7-0) remained undefeated with a 39-26 victory to hand Woodbridge (5-1) its first […] 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.
Watch Thursday 11.12 JSZ Football Highlights
Week 7 begins with a handful of intriguing games around the state. Check back throughout the night to watch all of the action! Verona 41 Hoboken 14 After a heartbreaking loss to Ramsey last weekend, Verona came out impassioned Thursday night in a huge win over Hoboken. Junior quarterback Cael Zebrowski accounted for four touchdowns […] 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.
Watch Wednesday 11.11 JSZ Soccer Highlights
With the sectional playoffs just days away, JSZ has highlights from a pair of key games to help wind down the regular season on the pitch! Haddon Twp. 2 Washington Twp. 2 (2OT) In a battle between two of the top teams in South Jersey, the Hawks and the Minutemen played to a tie in […] 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.
Matawan’s Adam Coleman Wins Final Central Jersey Game Ball
Senior Adam Coleman helped lead Matawan to its first win of the 2020 season with a 28-14 victory over Keyport. Coleman rushed for 213 yards and three touchdowns on 21 carries against the Red Raiders. The fans have spoken and he is the Week Six Game Ball Winner! Watch his ceremony below: Take Our Poll Voting for our weekly Game Balls and Top Plays is open Sunday (9 a.m.)-Tuesday (3 p.m.)
Desmond Igbinosun Wins Final JSZ North Jersey Game Ball!
Desmond Igbinosun has been a difference maker all season for Union and especially made his presence felt in the Farmers’ regular season finale last Friday. Igbinosun, a Rutgers commit, scored a pair of rushing touchdowns and captured his first pick-six of the season in Union’s 30-10 win over Watchung Hills. JSZ’s Week 6 North Jersey Game Ball poll accrued 51,673 total votes – Igbinosun won the award after bringing in 24,003 of those, for 46.45 percent! Take Our Poll JSZ’s Jay Cook presented Igbinosun with his award at practice on Wednesday:
Vineland’s Manson Wins Week 6 Top Play Belt
Vineland wideout Levi Manson always draws extra attention from opposing defenses, but the Fighting Clan senior continues to be a difference-maker. Manson made a leaping catch in double coverage, kept his balance and scored a tremendous 54-yard touchdown to help Vineland beat Clearview. Manson earned more than 23,000 votes to win the JSZ Week 6 Top Play Belt. Take Our Poll Watch Levi’s Top Play Belt presentation here:
Watch Tuesday 11.10 Soccer Highlights
The final week of the regular season continues with more exciting matchups around the state on the pitch. Get your JSZ All-Access pass today and watch some great soccer highlights! Wall 2 Colts Neck 1 | Boys Emmett Aravich’s goal in the 71st minute broke a 1-1 tie and gave Wall its 13th straight win […] 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.
Winslow’s Duren Wins Final South Jersey Game Ball
Winslow features one of the top defenses in the state this season, but it was the Eagles offense turning heads in Week 6. QB Hamas Duren threw for 358 yards and four touchdowns to lead Winslow to a win over Eastern, keeping the Eagles undefeated. Duren received nearly 6,500 votes to earn the NJM Insurance South Jersey Week 6 Game Ball. Take Our Poll Check out Hamas’ Game Ball presentation here: Thanks to NJM Insurance for sponsoring our South Jersey Game Balls all season long. This is the final round of Game Balls, but we’ll be awarding weekly Top Play Belts through the end of the month. Stay tuned!
Monroe football streaks to third straight win
After being shut down for covid related issues, Monroe returns to pick up its third straight win with a 28-14 victory over New Brunswick. The Falcons would take a commanding 21-0 lead by halftime and control the pace from there. JSZ’s Nery Rodriguez has the highlights: Thank you to Princeton Orthopaedic Associates for sponsoring our […] 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.
Watch Monday 11.9 Soccer Highlights
JSZ brings you two high profile boys soccer showdowns that go beyond regulation. Plus, we check in on the state-ranked Freehold Township girls soccer in Monday afternoon action! Southern Regional 4 Toms River North 3 (OT) | Boys 80 minutes wasn’t enough to settle things between the two best teams in the Shore Conference Class […] 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.
10 more outstanding players vie for the JSZ Top Play Belt
Week Six saw another great batch of plays capture by JSZ cameras. Check out the best of the best and cast your vote now! Jersey Sports Zone had cameras all around the state for Week 6 of the 2020 high school football season. We have 10 nominees up for this week’s JSZ Top Play. Watch our video and cast your vote NOW! The polls stay open through Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. The winner of our poll will get a visit from JSZ and be presented with the Top Play Belt. Thanks to everyone for watching our highlights. Check out some great plays from Week 6: Take Our Poll Congratulations to Saint Augustine Prep’s Trey McLeer for winning JSZ’s Week 5 Top Play Belt! 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!
Vote Now! Final Game Ball Nominees of 2020 Season Are In!
It’s hard to believe, but the 2020 regular season is officially over. JSZ’s team of MMJ’s are highlighting one final batch of stellar performances with game ball voting where players in every corner of the state are honored. The polls stay open through Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. Thanks to everyone for voting! South Jersey Our South Jersey game ball poll includes players from the West Jersey Football League. Thank you to NJM Insurance for sponsoring our South Jersey Game Ball polls! Take Our Poll North Jersey Our North Jersey poll includes players from the Super Football Conference and parts of the Big Central Football Conference. Take Our Poll Central Jersey Our Central Jersey polls includes players from the Shore Conference, as well as parts of the Big Central Football Conference and Mercer County. Take Our Poll
Watch Saturday 11.7 JSZ Football Highlights
The final Saturday of the regular season features a great slate of games and our team of MMJs are all over the Garden State to bring you the action. Stay tuned all night as the highlights and reaction come in! Woodbridge 21 St. Joseph (Metuchen) 0 Woodbridge improved to 5-0 with a 21-0 win over […] 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.
Watch Friday 11.6 JSZ Week 6 Football Highlights
The final regular-season Friday Night Lights of the 2020 season are finally upon us. Stay tuned in all night as our team of MMJ’s bring you action from all corners of the state! Holy Spirit 12 St. Augustine 7 The Spartans earned a spot in the top West Jersey Football League “playoff pod” with a […] 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.
Bordentown’s Kerry Nicholas wins NJM South Jersey Week 5 Game Ball
Bordentown has got off to an impressive start in the 2020 campaign, the Scotties collected their fourth straight win with a 26-13 victory over Princeton. Running back Kerry Nicholas ended the evening with 252 rushing yards and two touchdowns. The fans have spoken and for this effort he is this week’s NJM South Jersey Game Ball Winner! Watch his ceremony below: Take Our Poll Voting for our weekly Game Balls and Top Plays is open Sunday (9 a.m.)-Tuesday (3 p.m.) Thank you to NJM Insurance for sponsoring our South Jersey Game Ball presentations.
Jason Kollman of Hightstown wins Week 5 Central Jersey Game Ball
Hightstown has raised the bar in 2020, the Rams finishing with two wins last season are 3-2 behind an offense that is averaging 29.8 points a game. In their 41-21 win over Lawrence, running back Jason Kollman had 159 rushing yards and three touchdowns. He is the Central Jersey Game Ball Winner for Week 5! Check out his ceremony below: Take Our Poll Voting for our weekly Game Balls and Top Plays is open Sunday (9 a.m.)-Tuesday (3 p.m.) Thank you to Princeton Orthopaedic Associates for sponsoring our Hightstown coverage
Watch Thursday 11.5 JSZ Week 6 Football Highlights
How is it Week 6 already? JSZ’s team brings a pair of Thursday night games on opposite ends of the state to help kickoff the last regular season week of the 2020 season. Nutley 26 Columbia 14 In an odd season with awards hard to come by, Nutley can officially say they achieved a goal. […] 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.
JoJo on the Go to Rutgers
JoJo Bermudez is the ultimate playmaker for Cedar Creek. The junior speedster is a threat to score from anywhere on the field, and helped lead the Pirates to a sectional title last fall. Bermudez has been dazzling the fans in Egg Harbor City for years now, and those fans won’t have to travel too far to watch JoJo at the next level. Bermudez made a verbal commitment to Rutgers on Thursday night, announcing his decision via social media. #CHOPNATION❤️🪓 pic.twitter.com/5QfNBbbgZR— JoJo (@jovannibermudez) November 6, 2020 Check out Bermudez in action with his sophomore/junior year highlight reel here:
High School Football Playoff Matchups Released
In a season unlike any other, the 2020 NJSIAA postseason consists of two weeks of play. Some conferences are playing four-team “playoff” pods while other leagues have set up intriguing matchups in Weeks 7 and 8. JSZ has a full breakdown of what to expect for the playoffs November is usually reserved for teams plotting their course to Rutgers and MetLife Stadium to play for sectional titles and in recent times, the public school Group bowl games. All of that is off the table in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. WJFL, Shore Conference to Play for Unofficial Champions The West Jersey Football League and Shore Conference have set up four team “pods” for their post-season format. The WJFL has four 4-team pods while the Shore Conference has set up 4-team pods for their entire conference. Two Weeks of Games Scheduled for SFC, Big Central and NJIC The Non-Public Group 4 state championship is usually a much anticipated rematch from the regular season but that is off the table. Bergen Catholic and Saint Peter’s Prep meet up this Saturday in a 1 vs. 2 matchup in the regular season. But we won’t see a rematch in a “top 4” playoff. The Super Football Conference along with the Big Central and NJIC have set up two weeks of games as if they were regular season contests. While there is no playoff bracket to break down, all three leagues have set up some intriguing matchups that are going to have a playoff feel to them. WJFL Breakdown The West Jersey Football League has announced four, four-team pods, which feature the top teams in the WJFL. One of those pods aims to crown the unofficial champion of South Jersey. Another of the pods features the top small schools in the WJFL, while the other two pods feature the top teams teams with “medium” enrollment sizes. The remaining WJFL leagues teams who did not opt out were assigned a two-week schedule. The Pods Pod 1 (Unofficial SJ Championship Pod): Lenape at Cherokee, Williamstown at St. Augustine OR Holy Spirit Pod 2: Ocean City at Burlington Township, St. Joseph (Hamm.) at Winslow Township. Pod 3: Nottingham at Camden, Hammonton at St. Augustine OR Holy Spirit Pod 4: Delran at Salem, Haddon Heights at Paulsboro WJFL Pod Notes Lenape will face Cherokee (Pod 1) on Sunday, November 15. Lenape is currently in a two-week COVID-19 shutdown and can return to the practice field on Saturday, November 14th. All other first-round games with either be played on 11/13 or 11/14.St. Augustine (3-1) is set to host Holy Spirit (4-0) on Friday night, in a game that will send the winner to Pod 1, and the loser to Pod 3. JSZ will have coverage of the highly-anticipated clash between the Hermits and the Spartans. Every team in Pod 2 except St. Joseph (4-1) is undefeated entering this weekend.Every team in Pod 4 is undefeated entering this weekend. However, Delran has only played 3 games due to COVID-19 shutdowns. Shore Conference Breakdown The Shore Conference was up front early in the season that it was their intention to have a “top four team playoff” and the fans on the Jersey Shore are getting what they want. There is no controversy on the four teams selected as they have earned their spots in the top tier and now they get to play things out for an unofficial Shore Conference championship. The Shore won’t recognize an official Shore Conference champ, but the winner of this four team pod will no doubt earn the right to say they are the best in the Shore. Friday, November 13: Mater Dei Prep at Wall, 7:00 p.m. No one around New Jersey really talked about Wall football until they scored a 14-7 win at Mater Dei Prep last October and went on to become the top ranked team in the Shore Conference and a top-10 team in the state with a 12-1 record. This time around, Wall’s got the bullseye on their back as the unofficial #1 seed in the bracket. Mater Dei Prep used a hook and lateral from Naran Buntin to score a last minute 26-19 win over Rumson-Fair Haven to earn their spot. Wall’s Casey Larkin (shoulder) will have a couple of weeks to get healthy for this much anticipated matchup. Saturday, November 14: Donovan Catholic at Red Bank Catholic, 7:00 p.m. RBC gives themselves the prime time Saturday slot for another much anticipated rematch. Donovan Catholic rolled off eight straight wins in 2019 before RBC’s defense locked the Griffins down in a 27-16 game. RBC rallied from a loss to Middletown South to earn their spot in the “Shore Four”. The Shore’s Second Four Team Pod Rumson-Fair Haven at Colts Neck, Southern Regional at Freehold Boro. Both games are set for Saturday, November 14th at 12 noon. Southern nearly knocked off Donovan Catholic, while Freehold Boro has been a high scoring machine. Colts Neck is unbeaten and gets its first big test against an angry and heartbroken RFH team that was 27 seconds away from being in to the top pod Games to Watch in the SFC Week 7: Bergen Catholic @ Delbarton Week 8: Delbarton @ St. Peter’s Prep Delbarton has a chance to prove they’re among the best teams in the state with this gauntlet of a two-week stretch to close the 2020 season. The Week 6 matchup between Bergen Catholic and St. Peter’s Prep is the unofficial battle for No. 1 in New Jersey, but these two weeks pit three of the top six teams against each other in an exciting playoff. Week 7: DePaul @ St. Joe’s (Mont.) DePaul and Joe’s have met in some incredible games over the years and each programs fields plenty of talent in 2020. Joe’s, led by Michigan State recruits Geno VanDeMark and Audric Estime, haven’t lost to DePaul since the Non-Public Group 3 championship in 2018. Week 7: Ramapo @ West Side These two Group 3 programs have two of the most well-rounded rosters in the public ranks of the Super Football Conference. You’ll remember, West Side gave Ramapo its toughest test last year in a 49-40 marathon in the sectional playoffs. Harvard commit Charles DePrima squares off against Rutgers commit Kharyi Banton and a tough Roughriders defense. Week 8: Irvington @ Wayne Valley Now this is a big-time game. Both Irvington and Wayne Valley were part of the North Group 4 sectional bracket in 2019, yet didn’t meet. This time around, these two will clash in a Essex County/Passaic County battle. Two of New Jersey’s top linebackers meet in Nebraska commit Mikai Gbayor and the Indians’ John Testa. Games to Watch in the Big Central Week 7: Somerville @ Woodbridge Buckle up! Two of New Jersey’s most potent offenses will clash in this much-anticipated game. Somerville’s Cookie Desiderio and Woodbridge’s Ali Lee, Jr., two of New Jersey’s top running backs, will highlight what most assuredly will be a game loaded with offense. Week 8: Montgomery @ Watchung Hills After upsetting Phillipsburg earlier this season, Watchung Hills put themselves right in the conversation among the top BCFC teams in 2020. Montgomery picked up steam with wins over North Hunterdon and Hunterdon Central to earn a meaningful game in the two-week postseason. Week 8: Summit @ Hillside Hillside is a combined 26-2 going back to the 2018 season, and this Group 2 perennial powerhouse will take a step up the ladder for a tussle with a tough Group 3 program in Summit. The Hilltoppers might be 2-3, yet they’ve shown they can put up points in bunches when necessary. Game to Watch in the NJIC Week 7: Park Ridge @ Becton Two 4-0 teams open the final stretch of the NJIC season. You’ll remember Park Ridge ran the table last season and won the North Group 1 bowl game. Becton, impressively, hasn’t allowed a single point so far this season. Full Playoff Matchups Super Football Conference Big Central NJIC Shore Conference West Jersey Football League 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
Watch Thursday 11.5 JSZ Soccer Highlights
The action continues to intensify on the pitch with the playoffs right around the corner. Enjoy the highlights! Egg Harbor Twp. 4 Oakcrest 2 | Boys In a battle between the top two public schools in the Cape-Atlantic League, the Eagles knocked off the previously undefeated Falcons on the road. Ahmad Brock scored three goals […] 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.
Hillsborough’s Levonaitis Wins JSZ Game Ball
Sean Levonaitis made the most out of his senior night. The Hillsborough running back exploded for 161 yards and three touchdowns on only 10 carries to help the Raiders past Hunterdon Central, 42-14, last Friday night. JSZ’s Jay Cook presented Levonaitis with his JSZ North Jersey Week 5 Game Ball on Wednesday: JSZ’s Week 5 North Jersey Game Ball poll accrued 36,972 total votes – Levonaitis won the award after bringing in 15,780 of those, for 42.68 percent! Take Our Poll
Trey McLeer Earns JSZ Week 5 Top Play Belt
With time running out in the first half, St. Augustine QB Trey McLeer scrambled before throwing across the field to Kenny Selby for a touchdown. The TD toss helped propel the Hermits to a huge overtime win over Williamstown. More than 70,000 votes came in this week, with McLeer earning over 27,000 of those votes to win the JSZ Week 5 Top Play Belt! Check out Trey’s presentation here: Take Our Poll
Watch Tuesday 11.3 JSZ Soccer Highlights
Action on the pitch intensifies as soccer teams around the state prepare for the last push of the season. Our team has coverage from the top to the bottom of the Garden State on Tuesday! Clifton 6 Kearney 3 | Boys Clifton extended its unbeaten streak to 33 games Tuesday in an offensive explosion to […] 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.
RBC’s Carman commits to Boston College
The Caseys have their second major Division I commit this fall. Watch JSZ’s highlight reel of the Red Bank Catholic junior! The Red Bank Catholic girls basketball continues to be one of the state’s most consistent programs and their talent continues to get opportunities at the next level. Junior Ally Carman has given a verbal commitment to play college basketball in the ACC for the Boston College Eagles. Last month, her fellow junior teammate Justine Pissott gave a verbal commitment to play for the Tennessee Lady Volunteers. The 6’5″ power forward averaged 13.8 points per game last season for the Caseys showing the ability to dominate in the paint as well as pass to open teammates from the post. She made her announcement on Monday night via social media: https://twitter.com/CarmanAlly/status/1323438977232347141?s=20 Watch JSZ’s highlight reel of Ally from her sophomore season at Red Bank Catholic: 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
SPF Duo Explodes for 300 Yards in Win
After a two-week delayed start and two losses to open the year, Scotch Plains-Fanwood finally put a tally in the win column Monday night. The Raiders leaned on the athleticism of two of their top playmakers – Anthony Robinson and Shawn Martin – to lead the way to a 27-22 win over Linden in a […] 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.
Watch Monday 11.2 JSZ Soccer Highlights
A new week begins with plenty of exciting action on the field all across the state! Holmdel 2 Raritan 0 | Boys Matt Kline scored in the 9th minute and Tomas Zolofra added a penalty kick for his sixth goal of the season in the 62nd as the Hornets handed Raritan its first loss of […] 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.
The bar is set high for JSZ Week Five Top Plays
New Jersey high school football once again put on a great show over the weekend. Cast your vote now to see who win’s this week’s JSZ Top Play Belt! Jersey Sports Zone had cameras all around the state for Week 5 of the 2020 high school football season. We have 10 nominees up for this week’s JSZ Top Play. Watch our video and cast your vote NOW! The polls stay open through Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. The winner of our poll will get a visit from JSZ and be presented with the Top Play Belt. Thanks to everyone for watching our highlights. Check out some great plays from Week 5: Take Our Poll Congratulations to Woodbridge’s Justin Magera for winning the JSZ Week Four Top Play Belt! 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!
Week 5 Numbers Are Spooky! Vote For Latest JSZ Game Balls
Week 5 has come and gone, meaning there is only one game left in the 2020 regular season. JSZ’s team of MMJ’s are highlighting another batch of stellar performances with game ball voting where players in every corner of the state are honored. The polls stay open through Tuesday at 3:00 p.m. Thanks to everyone for voting! South Jersey Our South Jersey game ball poll includes players from the West Jersey Football League. Thank you to NJM Insurance for sponsoring our South Jersey Game Ball polls! Take Our Poll North Jersey Our North Jersey poll includes players from the Super Football Conference and parts of the Big Central Football Conference. Take Our Poll Central Jersey Our Central Jersey polls includes players from the Shore Conference, as well as parts of the Big Central Football Conference and Mercer County. Take Our Poll
Watch Saturday 10.31 JSZ Football Highlights
There’s nothing scary about Halloween highlights! JSZ has you covered with action from all over the state as we close out October with a treat, not a trick! Mater Dei Prep 26 Rumson-Fair Haven 19 Naran Buntin took a pitch from Kody Gibbs to score on a 57-yard hook and ladder with 27 seconds remaining […] 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.
Watch Friday 10.30 JSZ Football Highlights
Week 5 brings another great slate of games and our cameras were all over the Garden State to bring you all of the action. Check back all throughout the night as the highlights and interviews come in! St. Augustine 17 Williamstown 16 (OT) In a defensive battle, the Hermits stopped the Braves on a two-point […] 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.
Alex Benitez Wins JSZ Central Jersey Game Ball!
The Montgomery Cougars accomplished a major feat last Friday night when they downed longtime rival Hunterdon Central to improve to 2-2 on the season. QB Alex Benitez was a major part of that win. Benitez completed 42 of 54 passes for 259 yards and two touchdown passes. He also collected a 34-yard touchdown, as well as a two-point conversion, an extra point and a field goal in the win. JSZ’s Jay Cook interviews Benitez in an virtual game ball presentation: JSZ’s Week 4 Central Jersey Game Ball poll accrued 19,558 total votes – Benitez won the award after bringing in 7,503 of those, for 38.36 percent! Take Our Poll
Eastside Beats PCTI For First Time in Program History
The sideways rain and blustering winds didn’t stop Paterson Eastside from scoring an unforgettable win on Thursday night. Passaic Tech held an 11-0 all-time record over the Ghosts coming into this game, but you never would have known it by how Eastside played through all four quarters. Albert Canty and Ahsin Jacobs both scored second-half […] 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.
Somerville’s Mike Miller Brings Home Week 4 Honor!
Somerville quarterback Mike Miller produced one of the wildest stat lines we’ve seen so far in the 2020 season. Miller completed 24 of 37 passes for a whopping 465 yards and three touchdowns while also carrying the rock 13 times for a total of 116 yards and two more touchdowns. JSZ’s Jay Cook stopped by Somerville to present Miller with his Week 4 North Jersey Game Ball: JSZ’s Week 4 North Jersey Game Ball poll accrued 29,374 total votes – Miller won the award after bringing in 15,924 of those, for 54.21 percent! Take Our Poll
Brick Township hands state-ranked Southern first loss
The Green Dragons pull off a Shore Conference stunner with a 3-2 home win, Get your JSZ All-Access pass and watch the highlights! Brick Township 3 Southern Regional 2 | Boys Eli Chong’s penalty kick in the 47th minute proved to be the game winning goal as the Dragons split the home and home series […] 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.
Justin Magera of Woodbridge wins Week 4 Top Play
Woodbridge has been one of the state’s toughest opponents thus far, the Barrons are 3-0 behind a dynamic offense that is averaging 34 points per game. In their 27-14 win over Cranford, Justin Magera finished with two touchdowns, one an interception for a return, the other from quarterback Anthony Santino for a 49 yard completion. The fans have spoken and he is JSZ’s Week 4 Top Play Winner! Watch his ceremony below: Take Our Poll Be sure to vote each week for our Top Plays and Game Balls: 9 a.m. Sunday-3 p.m. Tuesday!
Watch Tuesday 10.27 JSZ Soccer Highlights
Join JSZ for another action packed night of soccer coverage from around the Garden State! Bergen Catholic 3 Scotch Plains-Fanwood 1 | Boys Bergen Catholic improved its win streak to seven straight matches Tuesday evening with a 3-1 win over Scotch Plains-Fanwood in a non-conference matchup. The Crusaders held a 2-0 lead at the break, […] 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.
