Tag: Jackson Liberty High School
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Second-half surge lifts Jackson Memorial past Jackson Liberty
JACKSON — Two teams. One Town. One Goal. The latest chapter in the Jackson Memorial and Jackson Liberty boys lacrosse rivalry brought the community together under the lights on April 22 at the Justice Complex in Jackson. The contest between the rival high schools was more than just a game. It was an event for…
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Jackson community rallies for family members who lost home in fire
JACKSON – A fire that destroyed the Cypress Avenue home of a Jackson family has led community members to rally with assistance. On Jan. 22 at 3:15 a.m., a fire that is believed to have started in the home’s garage incinerated the residence. Neighbors of the home that was destroyed were evacuated from their homes…
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Lions roll to 64-41 victory over Lakewood in home opener
Second-year coach Don Connor and his Jackson Liberty High School boys basketball team are ready to take the next step in a rebuilding process as the Lions seek to become a successful program in the Shore Conference. During a 2020-21 season that was impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, the Lions went 8-7. Jackson Liberty is…
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Jackson Liberty marching band wins fourth consecutive state championship
JACKSON – The Jackson Liberty High School Marching Band has won a fourth consecutive state championship. On Oct. 30, the talented musicians who perform in the band earned the Tournament of Bands title of New Jersey State Champions while competing against bands from across the state at Cherokee High School in Marlton. The Jackson Liberty…
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Tri-Town News news briefs, Nov. 10
Through the efforts of the Howell Alliance for substance use prevention and mental health awareness, Howell became the first municipality in Monmouth County to receive updated New Jersey Smoke-Free Air Act signs. The act requires a smoke-free environment in essentially all indoor workplaces and it requires locations that are open to the public, including places…
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Jaguars defeat Lions, 27-0, to retain Connor Cup
The Connor Cup is staying at Jackson Memorial High School on Don Connor Boulevard in Jackson. The Jaguars (1-6) notched their third consecutive victory over crosstown football rival Jackson Liberty High School, 27-0, on Oct. 15. The game was played at Jack Munley Field on the Jackson Memorial campus. The Connor Cup is named for…
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Jackson Liberty boys basketball program raises money for childhood cancer cause
JACKSON – Don Connor, the boys varsity basketball coach at Jackson Liberty High School, is Jackson through and through. Connor is a lifelong resident of the township and his family has been a big part of the high school sports landscape in the community. His late father, Don, was the athletic director at Jackson Memorial…
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Tri-Town News news briefs, Sept. 29
The Jackson Liberty High School Marching Band earned first place honors and was crowned Best Overall Band at their first competition of the year – the Tournament of Bands which was held at Manchester High School on Sept. 18. Out of 13 competing bands, the Jackson Liberty band had the highest overall score and also…
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Jackson Liberty Lions show scoring touch during early soccer matches
The Jackson Liberty High School girls soccer team has been scoring goals at an impressive pace at the beginning of the 2021 campaign. During their first four matches, the Lions (3-1) scored 20 goals, including eight goals by five players during an 8-0 win over Manchester in a Shore Conference B South Division match on…