Author: Matthew Rocco
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Time right for Rumson-Fair Haven’s Sourlis to step down
By Matthew Rocco After 30 seasons in charge of the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School girls basketball program, George Sourlis is handing over the reins as the winningest coach in Shore Conference history. Sourlis concluded the 2015-16 season with 653 wins in his career, paired with 199 losses. His win total is the best mark…
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Summer basketball tourneys helping Lancers build team chemistry
By Matthew Rocco A whirlwind summer has taken the St. John Vianney High School girls basketball team through Maryland and the local Maroon and White Team Camp. After a week of facing top-ranked schools, the Lancers feel ready for anything heading into the new school year. The Lancers will be forced to regroup after losing…
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Former Buccaneer Simon making mark with Sky Blue FC
By Matthew Rocco The path to professional soccer was never easy for Erin Simon. During her junior year at Red Bank Regional High School, Simon suffered an ACL injury that kept her off the field as a senior. The ordeal threatened to squash Simon’s odds of playing in college. But Syracuse University took a chance…
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Late rally puts Lincroft in district championship game
By Matthew Rocco With a trip to the Little League Junior League Eastern Regional Tournament on the line, Lincroft entered the District 19 finals with the momentum of a thrilling comeback win. The Lincroft All-Star baseball team found itself in an early 7-0 hole against Tinton Falls in the third game of district play July…
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Lincroft softball team defends district title, reaches section final
By Matthew Rocco The Lincroft Little League Major League Softball All-Stars repeated as District 19 champions, propelled by a strong lineup and exceptional defense. Lincroft clinched the district title with an 8-3 victory over Manalapan. The team rallied for three runs in the first inning to take the early lead, fueled by a solo home…
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Maroon and White Team Camp features area girls hoops teams
By Matthew Rocco Local girls basketball teams will soon take the court in front of college recruiters at Red Bank Regional High School, which will host the Maroon and White Team Camp starting July 27. The annual showcase, now in its eighth year, will feature 25 teams from across New Jersey, plus two New York…
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Holmdel High School holding sportscasting camp
By Matthew Rocco Aspiring sports media professionals will get their chance to go in front of the camera at the Central Jersey Sportscasting Camp this summer at Holmdel High School. The camp, which is in its first year, will expose high school students to the world of sports broadcasting and TV news. It’s the brainchild…
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New-look Lancers to test themselves in Maryland hoops tourney
By Matthew Rocco The St. John Vianney High School girls basketball team has said goodbye to a senior class that led the Lady Lancers to the state title. This summer, the team is back on the court with a new-look starting five and a plan to preserve its championship form. Fresh off a dream season,…
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Rockets’ seniors to suit up once more in Gridiron Classic
By Matthew Rocco The top seniors on the Raritan High School football team will soon be reunited with their head coach for one more game after winning a state championship in their final season. Rockets coach Anthony Petruzzi will lead the Monmouth County all-star squad against Ocean County in the 39th annual U.S. Army All-Shore…
