Category: Tri-Town Sports
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Jackson wrestlers face high expectations this year
By Mike WhiteStaff Writer By Mike White Staff Writer JACKSON — Last year the Jackson High School wrestling team wasn’t supposed to be a force in the Shore Conference. The Jaguars quietly collected an 18-4 overall record to go along with an A South title and a District 21 championship. Preseason expectations were low and…
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Piner track teams impress at Maryland indoor meet
By Mike WhiteStaff Writer By Mike White Staff Writer Lakewood High School boys’ and girls’ indoor track coach Jack Boylan makes a habit of putting his team up against elite competition in the preseason. He feels it better prepares them for the rigors and pressures of competing against the top schools in the Shore Conference.…
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Martin chooses Seton Hall over slew of schools
By Mike WhiteStaff Writer By Mike White Staff Writer LAKEWOOD — Many recruiters from across the country wanted the chance to persuade Shakeema Martin to attend their school. Coaches from Florida, Texas and Tennessee, just to name a few, made their pitch. They all invited the talented Lakewood High School senior to be a part…
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Gallo finding enjoyment in team success at Michigan
Ex-Rebel helps leadteam to Big 10 title,national ranking By tim morrisStaff Writer Ex-Rebel helps lead team to Big 10 title, national ranking By tim morris Staff Writer Lindsey Gallo is learning the other side of cross country — being part of a team. At Howell High School, when it came down to state championship races,…
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Rebels end season on high note with win over Pats
Howell finishes at .500with comeback winat home By tim morrisStaff Writer JERRY WOLKOWITZ Howell’s Terrence Tatum breaks through the Freehold Township defense during the Rebels’ win on Thanksgiving Day. Howell finishes at .500 with comeback win at home By tim morris Staff Writer The stakes were high in Howell despite the teams’ records. The Rebels,…
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Piners see season come to an end with loss to TRS
Lakewood falls 27-6to end year withdisappointing 5-5 mark By Mike WhiteStaff Writer Lakewood falls 27-6 to end year with disappointing 5-5 mark By Mike White Staff Writer Entering the annual Thanksgiving Day matchup against Toms River South High School, Lakewood football coach Dave Oizerowitz was concerned with stopping the Indians’ potent passing attack. The Piners’…
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Jaguars end their season with a solid 21-14 win
By Mike WhiteStaff Writer By Mike White Staff Writer STAFFORD — Playing behind former standouts Nick Castellano and Joe Serratelli, Jackson High School senior Jeramy Edwards didn’t get a chance to showcase his skill. But all along, Jaguars coach Reggie Lawrence knew Edwards was a gifted runner capable of making the big play. "He was…
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Jackson, Lakewood would benefit from realignment
Lakewood High School football coach Dave Oizerowitz wanted to see it happen as soon as possible. So would Jackson High School Athletic Director Ralph Carretta. Both were in favor of the NJSIAA’s proposal of a realignment program that would level the playing field for all high schools across the state come playoff time. In particular,…
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BlueClaws named top promotional franchise in Minor League baseball
The Lakewood BlueClaws, the class-A affiliate of the Philadelphia Phillies, have been named the 2002 winners of the Larry MacPhail Trophy, which goes annually to the top promotional effort in the entire country. The award will be presented during the Baseball Winter Meetings, which take place at the Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center in…
