March 17, 2011
Hudson honors and commits
Lincoln's Ronald Butler was selected to play in the upcoming North-South Game.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
Some of Hudson County’s top football players have been racking up recognition in recent weeks. Here is a recap of the recent honorees and commitments. Read More
February 19, 2011
End of this chapter
(l to r): Keith Lumpkin, Sheldon Royster and James Fox are among six from Prep to sign.
Click Here for more photos from St. Peter's Prep signing day
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – For the six members of the St. Peter’s Prep senior class signing to continue their playing careers, it marked the final chapter of what had been a four-year football journey.
While it may have been in some ways a bittersweet moment for them, it was also a firm reminder that there is plenty more left to come both on and off the gridiron. Read More
More Football: A roundup of recent Hudson County signings
February 4, 2011
Matias makes it official
Josue Matias receives a hug from his mother after the ceremony for his commitment.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
UNION CITY – When Union City’s Josue Matias suffered a serious right knee injury on August 28, it was difficult for him to imagine this day when he would sign a college scholarship.
Matias feared his hopes for a college career were dashed on that field in Marlboro, when he suffered a torn patella tendon in his right knee on just the second play of the season’s first scrimmage. Read More
January 29, 2011
Prep's Huggins, Rutgers bound
St. Peter's Prep RB Savon Huggins chose Rutgers in a press conference.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – For the past four years at St. Peter’s Prep, Savon Huggins has made a habit of faking out defenders. At the press conference to announce his college decision, Huggins had one last trick in his sleeve.
He initially put on a North Carolina hat. But instead of going to play for the Tar Heels, Huggins removed the cap after about 10 seconds and revealed his choice with a Rutgers hat underneath in front of a full crowd at the St. Peter’s Prep library which included dozens of his Marauder teammates and some of his future Scarlet Knights teammates. Read More
January 23, 2011
UC's Matias picks Rutgers
Union City's Josue Matias made a verbal commitment to play at Rutgers next year.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
Union City offensive tackle Josue Matias announced this afternoon that he has committed to play at Rutgers University.
“He called me and told me that he’s made his decision and that he’s comfortable and happy with it and so were his parents” said Union City head coach Wilbur Valdez, confirming the news. “The kid put in all the hard work and this was his decision to make. He decided Rutgers was where he wanted to play college football.” Read More
January 21, 2011
Royster picks So. Carolina
St. Peter's Prep safety Sheldon Royster announced he will go to South Carolina.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
WOODBRIDGE – For Sheldon Royster, his decision to attend the University of South Carolina represents a new start.
The standout St. Peter’s Prep safety could have stayed close to home and potentially play with at least one of his Marauder teammates. Instead Royster picked the Gamecocks instead of in-state Rutgers in an announcement in front of family at his home last night. Read More
December 28, 2010
HCV's All-County Team
Who else joins Michael Mentor (l) and Keith Lumpkin (r) on HCV's All-County Team?
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
The 2010 high school football season in Hudson County is in the books and while this season ended without anyone winning a state championship, there were no shortage of memorable moments and standout performances. Read More
December 14, 2010
Coaches make their picks
Jidamon Sparkman was named the White Division's Defensive Player of the Year.
Recently coaches made their selection for All-Conference honors for football. Here are the coaches' selections for All-Conference in the HCIAL Red and White Divisions.
Click Here to view the list of honorees
December 5, 2010
One win short
Lincoln's David Rivers (middle) is wrapped up by a pair of New Providence defenders.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
EAST RUTHERFORD – In what had been a storybook season for the Lincoln Lions, a 21-8 loss to New Providence in the NJSIAA North 2, Group I title game was not the fairytale ending they had in mind.
With the loss of 26 seniors from the squad, some may feel that yesterday’s defeat at the New Meadowlands Stadium marked the end of an era of resurgence at Lincoln. Many of the core pieces from a Lions squad which has made the state playoffs three-straight years will have to be replaced, but to head coach Robert Hampton the final chapter of this story has yet to be written. Read More
December 4, 2010
The time has come
Head coach Robert Hampton addresses his players during a game with North Bergen.
After nearly two weeks of anticipation, Lincoln is less than 24 hours away from potentially winning its first state championship since 1981. As you countdown the final hours before Saturday's 10:30 a.m. kickoff against New Providence, following HCV's continuing coverage leading up to the game. We will have a trio of features coming up so make sure to keep on refreshing throughout the day. In the mean time check out our earlier stories leading up to the game as well as HCV's Staff Picks.
Hampton rediscovers his mission. Stevens ignites Lincoln, both on and off the field
Remade defense makes their mark. Goodwin grows into multi-dimensional threat
Lions O-Line redefines brotherhood. HCV's Staff Picks
December 2, 2010
Where's Goodwin? Everywhere
Regardless of the position, Lincoln's Deshawn Goodwin is a threat on the field.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Deshawn Goodwin can remember the doubters. Standing at just 5-foot-5 and about 140 pounds as a freshman, some felt Goodwin was too small to make an impact on the gridiron.
Three years later it is Goodwin, Lincoln’s version of slash, whom is having the last laugh. Read More
December 1, 2010
O-Line a source of strength
Lincoln right tackle Jeremiah Pequerro is the lone sophomore on the offensive line.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – On the backs of the shirts given to Lincoln’s offensive linemen the message was simple - “Brotherhood. Loyalty, Commitment, Strength.”
But for the Lions’ quintet of Shavell Daniels, Dwayne Larkin, Jeremiah Pequerro, Jesse Taylor and Paris Williams, it’s more than just a slogan, it’s a reality. As Lincoln enters Saturday's NJSIAA North 2, Group I title game against New Providence, that bond has allowed what was once considered a weakness of the team to become a strength.
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November 21, 2010
No escape
A trio of Montclair defenders bring down Antonio Pacheco after a third-quarter catch.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
MONTCLAIR – For Union City, this year’s postseason provided not just an opportunity to make a statement to the rest of the state, but extract some revenge from earlier in the season. One week after defeating West Orange in a rematch from earlier in the year, the Soaring Eagles got a crack at a Montclair team which had stunned them on the final play back in the season opener.
The eighth-seeded Soaring Eagles were unable to repeat the trick from a week ago as their Cinderella playoff run ended with a 35-12 loss yesterday at Woodman Field in the NJSIAA North 1, Group IV semifinals. Read More
More State Playoffs: St. Anthony eliminate by St. Joseph. View Photos
November 20, 2010
A familiar feeling
Brandon Napoleon (l) tries to avoid the rush of Razohnn Gross and Michael Strizak.
Click Here for more photos from St. Peter's Prep at Don Bosco Prep.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
RAMSEY – For St. Peter’s Prep last night was just the latest chapter in what has been a half-decade nightmare. The players and the story may change, but for the Marauders the ending has remained the same.
St. Peter’s saw its title hopes dashed by Don Bosco Prep for the fifth year in a row. This time it was a 37-0 defeat at Granatell Stadium in the NJSIAA Non-Public, Group IV semifinals to end the Marauders’ season. Read More
More State Playoffs: North Bergen knocked out in double overtime
November 19, 2010
Playoff madness
Peter Ramanand and North Bergen face Randolph tonight in the semifinals.
After 10 weeks of football we are down to just five teams left in Hudson County. As this semifinal weekend is about to kick off, we have previews of all five games, complete with players to watch from both the home town teams and their opponents.
Friday: North Bergen at Randolph. St. Peter's Prep at Don Bosco Prep
Saturday: Lincoln at Dayton. St. Joseph at St. Anthony. Union City at Montclair
November 14, 2010
Not this time
David Rivers had three receptions and a touchdown yesterday for Lincoln.
Click Here for more photos from Lincoln at Glen Ridge.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
GLEN RIDGE – For the Lincoln football team, it was an all-too-familiar playoff scene. Down by six and just turned away at the goal line, it was the type of scenario that would have ended in disaster in previous years.
This sequel would have a different ending for the Lions as they took a lead into the half and ripped off 20 unanswered points in the second half to defeat Glen Ridge 36-19 in the NJSIAA North 2, Group I playoffs yesterday at Hurrell Field. Read More
November 13, 2010
Late-second heartbreak
Senior Eddie Delgado had two rushing touchdowns for Secaucus in defeat.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
SECAUCUS – In the end the Patriots were one trick and two yards short.
Trailing by as many as 15 points, a frantic Secaucus comeback full of big plays and trickery died at the 2-yard line as time expired in the Patriots’ 28-20 loss to Verona in the opening round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group I tournament last night. Read More
November 9, 2010
Hudson seven playoff bound
Peter Ramanand (left), Chris Vann (right) and the Bruins open on Friday night.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
On Monday, the NJSIAA released the brackets for the State Football Tournaments which begin on Friday. In total seven teams from Hudson County have earned spots into the tournament. Read More
November 6, 2010
Back on track
Matt Traynor threw for 143 yards and a touchdown in his first start at quarterback.
Click Here for more photos from Cresskill at Secaucus.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
SECAUCUS – For the Secaucus football team the term “losing streak” is a foreign concept. So when the Patriots suffered rare losses in each of the past two weeks, it was an experience none of them had ever felt before.
Secaucus appears to have overcome that recent adversity as they enter next week’s state playoffs on a winning note after defeating previously unbeaten Cresskill 24-7 last night.
Read More
Football: St. Peter's Prep rolls past Friendship Acad. View Photos
Complete Week 9 Scoreboard (Updated with Saturday's results)
October 29, 2010
One last chance
Steve Le and Union City need a win tonight to clinch a state playoff berth.
Get ready for Week 8 of the High School Football season in Hudson County and for many teams it is the last chance to earn a spot into playoffs. Teams such as Lincoln, Hoboken and Union City will need a win to reamin in position for one of the select spots in the playoffs which will starter next week. Check out our Power Poll where St. Anthony continues to move up. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by Union City at North Bergen and Kearny at Hoboken.
October 24, 2010
Living up to the hype
Sophomore Debray Tavarez scored two touchdowns and intercepted a pass.
Click Here for more photos from North Bergen at Lincoln.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
With four of Hudson County's premier teams playing in one place, yesterday was one of the most anticipated days of the high school football season.
In the opener, it was a sophomore who delivered in crunch time for North Bergen. Debray Tavarez scored a pair of second-half touchdowns and added an interception as the Bruins held off Lincoln. Read More Click Here to View Photos
In the nightcap, St. Anthony withstood an early 14-point deficit as Jidamon Sparkman scored four touchdowns and the Friars clinched their first-ever conference championship after defeating Hoboken. Read More Click Here to View Photos!
October 23, 2010
Holding on
Kearny's Eric Greenlee rushed for 58 yards and forced a fumble late in the game.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
KEARNY – Disappointed with some of his earlier mistakes on the defensive end, Eric Greenlee was looking for a chance at redemption. With a single hit, the Kardinals’ QB/CB accomplished that goal.
With Kearny’s lead in peril midway through the fourth quarter, Greenlee’s forced fumble provided a much-needed boost as the Kardinals held off Marist 21-16 last night at Kearny Stadium. Read More
October 22, 2010
Crunch time
Anthony Calabrese and North Bergen play Lincoln in Jersey City tomorrow.
Get ready for Week 7 of the High School Football season in Hudson County. With just two games left before the cutoff for the state playoffs, it is now or never for some of Hudson's playoff hopefuls. St. Anthony and Secaucus look firmly secure in the playoffs, but for others such as Union City, the work is far from over. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by a trio of big games on Saturday. Secaucus plays Rutherford in a match of unbeatens, North Bergen and Lincoln clash in a showdown of the area's top two quarterbacks and Hoboken looks to bounce back against an undefeated St. Anthony.
October 17, 2010
Roaring back
Lincoln's Ronald Butler threw for two touchdowns and ran for two scores.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Coming off of his team’s first loss of the season, Lincoln head coach Robert Hampton could sense a breakout game was coming for QB Ronald Butler. The senior responded with a performance that exceeded even his coach’s expectations.
Butler had what might have been the best game of his career as he finished with nearly 400 total yards and four touchdowns in an electrifying performance as the Lions overcame an early 18-point deficit to stun Hoboken 42-18 yesterday at Caven Point. Read More
October 16, 2010
The big score
Savon Huggins rushed for 201 yards and five touchdowns for St. Peter's Prep.
It was another loaded slate of games in Hudson County on Friday night with seven games played under the lights. One thing which certainly wasn't in short supply on this night was offense as six teams eclipsed the 40-point plateau.
Leading the charge was St. Peter's Prep standout Savon Huggins as he needed just 11 carries to rack up 201 yards and five touchdown in a win over Bayonne. Click below to see the complete results from last night on the gridiron.
Complete Week 6 Football Schedule and Results
October 15, 2010
Down the stretch
RB/CB David Coleman and the Friars take their perfect record to Kearny tonight.
Get ready for Week 6 of the High School Football season in Hudson County. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by tomorrow's showdown between Lincoln and undefeated Hoboken.
October 10, 2010
In command
QB Brandon Napoleon threw for 105 yards and a touchdown in a win over Union City.
Click Here for more photos from Union City at St. Peter's Prep.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Brandon Napoleon knew of the pressure facing him this season. Moving from safety to quarterback would be enough of a challenge for most. But Napoleon also had the daunting task of replacing an All-State QB in Raphael Ortiz and leading a team with state title aspirations. Read More
More Football: Kearny's surprising start continues. View Photos
October 9, 2010
Signature moment
Junior RB Daryl Wilson had 106 yards and a touchdown for St. Anthony.
Click Here for more photos from Lincoln at St. Anthony.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – For St. Anthony, last night was about more than just a showdown for the top spot in its division. It was about legitimizing an entire football program.
Yes, the Friars made the state playoffs in their second varsity season a year ago and started 2010 with four-straight victories. But they had yet to record a win that would establish them as team to be reckoned with, both in the county and in Non-Public Groups 1/2.
Read More
Complete Week 5 Football Schedule and Results
October 8, 2010
Up for the challenge?
WR/CB Matt Traynor and Secaucus looks to improve to 5-0 on the season.
Get ready for Week 5 of the High School Football season in Hudson County. While there have been some exciting moments in the first month of the season, this weekend is loaded with must-see matchups. After facing little challenge in the first four games, Lincoln and St. Anthony will square off in a meeting of unbeatens. Secaucus and Hoboken are also looking to maintain their spotless resumes tonight. If that isn't enough, St. Peter's Prep and Union City highlight a full slate of games on Saturday. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by tonight's Lincoln at St. Anthony showdown.
October 3, 2010
Chemistry lesson
Wide receiver Justin Glennon pulls down one of his four receptions in the first half.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
WEST NEW YORK – Whether it’s on the gridiron or the basketball court, the chemistry between North Bergen teammates Peter Ramanand and Justin Glennon is apparent.
The Ramanand-to-Glennon connection proved to be a winning for the Bruins in a 39-7 victory over Memorial yesterday at Coviello Field. Read More
Complete Week 4 Football Schedule and Results
October 2, 2010
Far from done
Sophomore Nick Espana returned a second quarter interception for a touchdown.
Click Here for more photos from Bayonne at Union City.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
UNION CITY – When the Soaring Eagles got off to a disappointing 0-2 start, head coach Wilbur Valdez’s message was clear – this season was far from over. Fast forward two weeks and now Union City’s goal of a playoff berth is back in its sights.
The Soaring Eagles are now 2-2 as they scored 33 unanswered points to defeat Bayonne 33-3 last night at Roosevelt Stadium. Read More
Complete Week 4 Football Schedule and Results
October 1, 2010
Building blocks
Deshawn Goodwin scored two touchdowns as Lincoln improved to 3-0 last Saturday.
Get ready for Week 4 of the High School Football season in Hudson County. As the calendar turns to October, it isn't too early to start thinking about the playoff chase. While some are fighting for survival, others teams such as St. Anthony, Lincoln and Secaucus can become eligible for the playoffs with a win this weekend. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by North Bergen at Memorial on Saturday afternoon.
September 26, 2010
Running wild
Lincoln's Tyron Stevens had his third straight game of three or more touchdowns.
Click Here for more photos from Lincoln at Hudson Catholic.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – One of the goals Lincoln running back Tyron Stevens had before the season was to rush for 20 touchdowns. As lofty as those goals looked back in August, it appears that he might have underestimated himself.
Stevens added three more touchdowns as the Lions rolled past Hudson Catholic 50-0 yesterday at Caven Point. Read More
See all of this weekend's action with our Weekly Scoreboard
September 25, 2010
Upset averted
Savon Huggins rushed for three touchdowns as St. Peter's Prep held off North Bergen.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
NORTH BERGEN – For more than three quarters, all the pieces seemed to be in place for North Bergen to pull off the biggest upset Hudson County had seen in years. The Bruins had controlled the ball on offense and forced a pair of turnovers on defense, leaving St. Peter’s Prep in danger of their second-straight stunning loss.
After plenty of tense moments, the Marauders finally recovered as big plays late from Savon Huggins and Dan Lesce proved to be enough as Prep escaped North Bergen with a 28-14 victory. Read More
See all of Friday Night's action with our Weekly Scoreboard
September 18, 2010
One tough ride
Emerson's Joshua Owimrin (l) dives from the grasps of Humberto Leigue for the TD.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
WEEHAWKEN – With one of the smallest rosters in the state, Weehawken coach Chris Johnsen knows that the margin of error for his Indians squad is slim. Yesterday’s 50-14 loss to Emerson was a reminder of just that and how much Johnson has to rely on a roster that has little depth. Read More
See all the scores aroudn the county from Week 2 of the HS Football Season
September 17, 2010
Looking for answers
Union City's Ed Ayala (left) tackles Lance Smith (42) for a loss in the first quarter.
Click Here for more photos from West Orange at Union City.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
UNION CITY – As Union City head coach Wilbur Valdez addressed team after a 21-6 defeat to West Orange last night at Roosevelt Stadium, there was one thing he wanted to make clear. The Soaring Eagles may be 0-2, but their season and playoff hopes are not over.
“I think they definitely understand that,” Valdez said. “We told them all along that the first two weeks were against very good opponents. We’re not going to let down at all. It’s six weeks until the cutoff (for playoffs), we feel we can win some of those games and we’re going to get after it.” Read More
September 16, 2010
Building blocks
QB Sean Egan and the Patriots look to go 2-0 on the season when they host Harrison.
Get ready for Week 2 of the High School Football season in Hudson County. After an impressive start to the season most of the top teams in the area are looking to get to a 2-0 record. While others are looking to pick themselves up off the canvas and avenge opening week losses. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by St. Peter's Prep at St. Joseph of Montvale.
September 12, 2010
All the right moves
Running back Eddie Delgado rushed for 104 yards and a touchdown in the first half.
Click Here for more photos from Secaucus at Manchester Regional.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
HALEDON – No matter the score or situation, the Secaucus football team knows only one way how to play, and that’s aggressive. Rather than play it safe, the relentless Patriots gambled and were rewarded with a convincing 46-8 victory yesterday over Manchester Regional.
“We’re an aggressive group and we believe in what we can do physically,” Secaucus head coach Charlie Voorhees said. “We’ve always done that. It’s just our philosophy. It’s how we feel about what we do.” Read More
See all of this weekend's results with our Weekly Scoreboard
September 11, 2010
Lion Kings
Lincoln's Tyron Stevens (left) stiff arms Ferris' Darian Royster on a 1st quarter run.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – For most of the past decade the title of Jersey City’s best public school program had resided at Ferris. In one game, Lincoln eliminated any doubt which holds that crown in 2010.
The Lions were simply dominant last night in a 46-0 dismantling of the Bulldogs last night at Caven Point. Read More
September 10, 2010
Ready to go
St. Peter's Prep senior Savon Huggins enters 2010 as the state's top running back.
Plenty has changed across the high school football landscape in Hudson County since the end of last season. For the second consecutive year, realignment has radically altered the schedules of many teams. Six teams have changed head coaches and for the first time in nearly a century, Dickinson will not field a football team.
But as the 2010 season is about to kick off one thing that has remained the same is the dominance of St. Peter’s Prep. The Marauders enter the year in the eyes of many, as the top program in the state. With a loaded roster highlighted by seniors Savon Huggins, Keith Lumpkin and Sheldon Royster, this may be the most talented group Prep has had in a while.
The Marauders are hardly the only big story as the season begins. Playoff mainstays Hoboken, Hudson Catholic and Bayonne look to bounce back after combining to win just six games in 2009. After reaching the playoffs last year, North Bergen and division rivals Lincoln and St. Anthony look to make the next step towards a state championship. These are just some of the storylines entering the 2010 high school football season in Hudson County.
Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's top matchups.
September 9, 2010
New beginnings
WR/LB Aaquil Ingram is one of many talented underclassmen on the roster.
Click Here for photos from Hudson Catholic's football practice.
Click Here for photos from Snyder's football scrimmage.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Change has been a constant for Hudson Catholic and Snyder lately. After forgettable 2009 campaigns, both Jersey City schools brought in new head coaches. For each it was the third head coach in as many seasons.
Just two years removed from a state finals appearance, Hudson Catholic made headlines with the hire of two-time Super Bowl winning player Leonard Marshall. The former Giant great takes over a team lacking in experience, but not in potential.
Click Here for Hudson Catholic Team Preview
While the Hawks made a high-profile hire, Snyder turned to a familiar face in former assistant Chris Grant. Just a month into his term, Grant is trying to change the culture of a team which has struggled to stay afloat in recent years, but returns 10 starters on the offensive side of the ball. Click Here for Snyder Team Preview
September 8, 2010
Up off the canvas
Left tackle Jalen Haynes and Hoboken look to avenge last season's 3-7.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
HOBOKEN –For a program defined by success and championships like Hoboken, the 2009 season was a stunning reversal of fortune. Just one year removed from an appearance in the state title game, the Red Wings endured a 3-7 season and the unfamiliar position of being excluded from the state playoffs. After such a disappointing season, Hoboken vows that this season will not be a repeat of that. Read More
September 7, 2010
Change in the air
Cesar Grandez and Kearny look to make a statement with a new coach and divison.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
KEARNY –From the moment Pete Llaneza took over as the Kardinals’ head coach in June, one thing was apparent to him – changing the structure of the Kearny program.
Many key players are back from last season’s 1-9 campaign. Just about everything else is different this year for Llaneza and the Kardinals. Among the biggest changes thus far has been an overhaul of the offensive and defensive schemes. Llaneza has installed a Triple Option attack on offense and an Odd Stack scheme on defense. Read More
September 5, 2010
Great expectations
Junior Brandon Napoleon takes over as the Marauders' starting quarterback in 2010.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY –St. Peter’s Prep is aware of all the expectations being placed upon them before the season. Many preseason rankings are calling the Marauders the top team in New Jersey and one of the best in the country. They also have three of the top prospects in the country. Read More
September 3, 2010
Pushing forward
WR/CB Jamonte Pryor is one of several new starters in 2010.
Click Here for more photos from Ferris' football practice.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY –Few teams in Hudson County have undergone more change this offseason than Ferris.
Coming off a disappointing 4-6 season, the Bulldogs have a completely revamped roster with eight new starters on both sides of the ball. They also have a new head coach in former Dickinson head man Rich Glover who took over in June after Wilbur Valdez left to take the head job at Union City. Glover brings with him a whole new system as they shift from a Wing-T offense to the spread. Read More
September 1, 2010
Something to prove
Malcolm Robinson (l) chases down a punt during Bayonne's scrimmage against Secaucus.
Click Here for more photos from Secaucus at Bayonne Scrimmage.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
BAYONNE – Bayonne knew 2009 would be a rebuilding season, but last year's 1-9 record proved to be a wakeup call for the Bees as a young core of juniors look to grow from the losses. Bayonne Season Preview
For Secaucus, 2009 was a dream season with 11-consecutive wins to reach the North 2, Group I title game. Despite the loss of some key players, the Patriots have an experienced collection of talent as the goals remain the same. Secaucus Season Preview
August 31, 2010
All grown up
Quarterback Danny Nankivell leads an experienced group of seniors for Harrison.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
HARRISON –Coming off of consecutive 3-7 seasons and with one of the smallest rosters in the state, a lot of people may not have high expectations for the Blue Tide in 2010.
Head coach Dave Nankivell admits he may be bias, but he sees something different. Nankivell, a former player at Harrison, has a special relationship with this year’s senior class. He has watched this class with seven starters including his young brother Danny, grow up from the youth program all the way to where they are today. Read More
August 30, 2010
A new era
Ed Ayala is a three-year starter at LB and team leader for Union City.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
Knee injury sidelines Union City's Matias
August 29, 2010
Taking the next step
Temple-bound TE/DE Khadeem Wilson and the Friars have high hopes for 2010.
Click Here for more photos from St. Anthony's football practice.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY –As St. Anthony enters its third season of varsity football, the expectations have certainly increased. With virtually the entire starting lineup from last year’s 6-3 squad back the Friars believe a state title is in reach. Read More
August 27, 2010
One team, one goal
Gift Agiri and Marist hopes to reach the state playoffs for the first time since 2005.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
BAYONNE –With four wins, including a head-turning 22-16 victory over Hoboken, 2009 was a season of progress for Marist. Despite those accomplishment and exceeding the win total of the previous two years combined the Royal Knights’ goal of a trip to the state playoffs remained just out of reach. Read More
August 25, 2010
Eyes on the prize
Senior Anthony Calabrese is expected to start at running back and inside linebacker.
Click Here for more photos from North Bergen's football practice.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
NORTH BERGEN –A year ago North Bergen was playing with a chip on its shoulder, looking to prove that 2008’s disastrous 3-7 campaign was a blip on the radar for a team which had made the playoffs the previous 21 seasons. With five wins and a trip to the North I, Group IV playoffs the Bruins were able to avenge that earlier disappointment. Read More
August 23, 2010
Restoring pride
Junior QB Kenny Furlong is one of many first-time starters for Memorial.
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By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
WEST NEW YORK –Oscar Guerrero knows he has a difficult challenge in front of him as he enters his first season as head coach at Memorial. But while the Tigers have struggled in recent years, Guerrero knows firsthand that success at the West New York school can be obtained. Read More
August 22, 2010
Pushing forward
Guard Bobby Reiss (left) and center Anthony Landi (right) are returning starters.
Click Here for more photos from Weehawken's football practice.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
WEEHAWKEN –As the head coach of one of the smallest schools in New Jersey, Weehawken head coach Chris Johnsen has had little choice, but to throw his freshmen and sophomores right into the fire of varsity football. Read More
August 20, 2010
Now is the time
Middle linebacker Edwin Celestin is one of 26 seniors on Lincoln.
Click Here for more photos from Lincoln's football practice.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY –With eight-straight wins to start last season, Lincoln had visions of a long state tournament run. But what started as a dream season, ended in nightmare fashion as the Lions dropped their last two games, including a 41-18 defeat to Orange in the opening round of the North 2, Group II tournament. That loss, the second-straight first round defeat for Lincoln, has helped serve as a motivation tool all offseason. Read More
August 3, 2010
Back on the sidelines
New Ferris head coach Rich Glover instructs his players during practice.
Click Here for more photos from Ferris Summer Practice.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – When the Jersey City Board Education decided to eliminate the Dickinson football program, Rich Glover was a coach without a team. After spending more than 25 seasons as a coach, Glover was prepared for a fall of traveling, watching football and spending more time with his family.
“You’ve to pick yourself back up,” Glover said. “You’ve got to get busy living, or you get busy dying. You get busy living and you just do other things.” Read More
July 10, 2010
Friars' Wilson to Temple
DE/TE Khadeem Wilson has committed at Temple (photo credit: St. Anthony football).
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – St. Anthony defensive end/tight end Khadeem Wilson may be far from a finished product on the gridiron. Despite that, his recent verbal commitment to Temple University serves as a reminder of the considerable talent and potential of the senior.
“There’s a lot of work to be done, but athletically you don’t see a lot of kids who are 6’3” 240 who can run like that,” St. Anthony head coach Sean Fallon said. “He’s going to be special.” Read More
May 4, 2010
Marshall Plan
Leonard Marshall is introduced as the new head coach at Hudson Catholic.
Click Here for photos from Hudson Catholic's football press conference.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Since retiring from the NFL in 1994, Leonard Marshall has devoted himself to a career in education – first in getting his MBA at Seton Hall University and then as a professor at the school from 2004 until 2009, teaching Sports Management and Business Finance.
For Marshall, who was introduced yesterday as the new head football coach at Hudson Catholic, it’s an opportunity to not only get more involved with the game that made him famous, but to continue his journey as an educator. Read More
March 10, 2010
On the move
Wilbur Valdez takes over as the head coach at Union City after seven seasons at Ferris.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
When he was scouting Union City from the opposing sidelines, Wilbur Valdez could see the potential was there for the program to become something special. It is now up to Valdez, who officially was named the Soaring Eagles’ head coach last week, to transform that potential into on-field success. Read More
February 2, 2010
Ferris' Bryant Worts to Southeast Missouri State
RB/LB Bryant Worts had over 100 tackles on defense and 16 touchdowns on offense.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
Ferris standout RB/LB Bryant Worts recently announced that he will continue his football career next season at Southeast Missouri State according to Ferris head coach Wilbur Valdez.
January 5, 2010
HCV's All-County Team
Savon Huggins (left) and Raphael Ortiz (right) led the Marauders to nine wins this season.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
The 2009 high school football season in Hudson County is in the books and while this season ended without anyone taking home a state championship, there were no shortage of memorable moments. Read More
December 28, 2009
Coaches make their picks
Vin Ascolese was selected as NJTCC Division 4 First Team member at DB.
Recently coaches made their selection for All-Conference honors for football. Here are the coaches' selections for All-Conference in NJTCC Division 4, NJTCC Division 6 and the BCSL National. Read More
December 6, 2009
Not again
Tony Jones (26) scored all five touchdowns for Don Bosco to defeat the Marauders.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
EAST RUTHERFORD – St. Peter’s Prep entered Giants Stadium hoping to shock everyone and upset Don Bosco Prep, the nation’s No. 2 ranked team, yesterday in the NJSIAA Non-Public, Group IV title game.
Don Bosco’s Tony Jones had other ideas.
The Ironmen’s senior running back scored five times and racked up 276 yards of total offense and five touchdowns to lead Don Bosco to a 35-15 victory over the Marauders in the snow. It marked St. Peter’s Prep’s fifth straight loss to the Ironmen. Read More
| Editor's Note: Due to exclusivity agreements with the NJSIAA, photos from this game are not available at this time. If you wish to be alerted when photos are available from this game, please send an e-mail at bernstein@hudsoncountyvarsity.com |
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December 5, 2009
Patriots denied
The Patriots' Ed Delgado (blue) is unable to escape the grasp of Omer Ersen (61).
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
EAST RUTHERFORD – With 11 straight wins and a trip to the state finals, 2009 had been nothing short of a storybook season for Secaucus football.
While the season’s final chapter – a 30-14 loss to Cedar Grove in the NJSIAA North 2, Group I title game – ended in heartbreak, Patriots head coach Charlie Voorhees believes that his team has every reason to leave Giants Stadium with their heads held high. Read More
| Editor's Note: Due to exclusivity agreements with the NJSIAA, photos from this game are not available at this time. If you wish to be alerted when photos are available from this game, please send an e-mail at bernstein@hudsoncountyvarsity.com |
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December 4, 2009
It all comes down to this
Sheldon Royster and the Marauders look to avenge a 42-9 loss to Don Bosco last month.
After 13 weeks, it all comes down to one final game for Secaucus and St. Peter’s Prep. The two top teams in Hudson County will have a chance for a state title this weekend. Will Hudson County take home a championship this weekend or will the season end in disappointment? Click Here to see our Staff Picks and all of our coverage leading up to these two title games.
More St. Peter's Prep vs Don Bosco Prep Coverage
Marauders seek an upset in second chance against the Ironmen
QB Raphael Ortiz's source of inspiration
December 3, 2009
Center of attention
Betim Bujari's size and athleticism has made him a matchup nightmare for opponents.
Click Here for photos from the Patriots' 2009 season.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
SECAUCUS – It’s a decision that on the surface sounds like the work of a football mad scientist. Put Betim Bujari, one of the state’s most talented linemen at linebacker? It sounds crazy, but the decision to put the 6-foot-4, 295-pound Bujari at linebacker has paid off for a Patriot team that will be playing in a state championship game on Friday for the first time since 1996. Read More
More Cedar Grove vs Secaucus Coverage
All you need to know about Cedar Grove (From our friends at sidelinechatter.com)
Check out our rundown of Secaucus over at sidelinechatter.com
December 2, 2009
'Heart of a lion"
Senior DB Ducarmel Hyacinthe has become an inspirational leader for Prep.
Click Here for photos from the Marauders' 2009 season.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Heart and leadership comes in all shapes and sizes. Few players demonstrate that more than the Marauders’ Ducarmel Hyacinthe.
Standing at just 5-foot-4 and 145 pounds, “Duke” has carved out a role in the secondary and on special teams for St. Peter’s Prep thanks to a work ethic and toughness rarely seen from guys twice his size. Read More
More Football: Hansen, Voorhees share big stage after sharing a sideline
December 1, 2009
Cool under pressure
QB Sean Egan has five touchdown passes of 50 or more yards this season.
Click Here for photos from the Patriots' 2009 season.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
SECAUCUS – The loss of a starting quarterback can have a devastating impact on any offense, let alone one with state title aspirations like the Patriots.
After injuries pressed QB Sean Egan into the lineup against Wallington on Oct. 9, the sophomore needed less than two quarters to ease those fears. Read More
November 25, 2009
HCV Picks: Thanksgiving
Hoboken's Jason Montalvo has a pair of 200+ yard games this season.
It’s hard not to think about Thanksgiving without also thinking about football.
Some of the old Thanksgiving football traditions in Hudson County such as Union Hill and Emerson are gone forever, but there are three games on Wednesday night. Read More
In good hands
Savon Huggins had 192 rushing yards and three touchdowns to lead St. Peter's Prep.
Click Here for more photos from Bergen Catholic at St. Peter's Prep.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – With less than two seconds left in the half and the ball on the Bergen Catholic 1-yard line, St. Peter’s Prep could have been content with a short field goal and a three-point lead.
But for head coach Rich Hansen and the Marauders, the decision was easy – put the ball in Savon Huggins’ hands. Read More
November 21, 2009
'D'-termined
DT/LB Betim Bujari and the Patriots defense combined for five sacks in the victory.
Click Here for more photos from Becton at Secaucus.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
SECAUCUS – Any time the Patriots needed to be reminded of what their goal was this season, all they had to do was look to the right of the home bleachers and see Giants Stadium looming less than five miles away.
In two weeks, top-seeded Secaucus will be there playing for a title as they held off Becton 16-6 in the NJSIAA North 2, Group I semifinals. Read More
November 20, 2009
An incoming crusade
Sheldon Royster's 36-yard catch set up the winning score against Bergen Catholic.
Click Here for photos from Prep's win over Bergen Catholic in September.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
When St. Peter’s Prep and Bergen Catholic squared off back in September, both sides knew it might not be the last time these North Jersey powers would see each other this season.
Eight weeks later the Marauders and Crusaders find themselves facing each other once again, this time with a spot in the NJSIAA Non-Public, Group IV championship game on the line.
Read More
Click Here for the Becton at Secaucus Game Preview
HCV picks the winners for this weekend, The HCV Power Poll
November 19, 2009
Finals spot in sight for Pats
QB Sean Egan threw a game-winning touchdown pass in the final minute against Becton.
Click Here for photos from the Patriots' win over Weequahic.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
Located less than five miles away from Secaucus, the image of Giants Stadium can be seen from many parts of town. With the Patriots one game away from a trip to the North 2, Group I final and the stadium, it must seem even closer than usual.
But standing in the Patriots’ way of a trip on Route 3 towards the Meadowlands is a familiar foe in Becton. Read More
November 15, 2009
In search of...
Friars RB Dave Coleman (right) led the Friars in rushing and receiving yesterday.
Click Here for more photos from St. Mary (Rutherford) at St. Anthony.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – St. Anthony made great strides in their second season as a varsity program and first under head coach Sean Fallon, winning six games and reaching the playoffs for the first time.
Yesterday’s 20-6 loss to St. Mary of Rutherford in the NJSIAA Non-Public, Group I semifinals was a reminder of where the Friars want to be. Read More
More Football: First half slide silences Lincoln, Photo Gallery
November 14, 2009
Power pair
Joe Impreveduto (in red) tries to elude a pair of tacklers during the Patriots' win.
Click Here for more photos from Weequahic at Secaucus.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
SECAUCUS – From afar, Patriot running backs Ed Delgado and Joe Impreveduto may not look like the track stars often seen at the position. Last night they showed that looks (and speed) can be deceiving.
Delgado and Impreveduto ran wild as top-seeded Secaucus remained unbeaten after defeating Weequahic 32-0 in the opening round of the NJSIAA North 2, Group I tournament. Read More
November 13, 2009
Second season
Jidamon Sparkman and the Friars play their first-ever playoff game this Saturday.
Click Here to see our photo galleries from the 2009 Football season.
Every team enters the season with goals of reaching the playoffs in hopes of ending the season with a state championship. It’s been nine weeks since the season kicked off in the rain back in early September. This weekend, the playoffs begin and five teams in Hudson County – Lincoln, North Bergen, St. Anthony, St. Peter’s Prep and Secaucus – still have visions of a title in sight. All five will be in action this weekend.
Click Here to see previews of all five state playoff games and our Staff Picks.
Click Here to view this week's Power Poll.
November 8, 2009
Double trouble
Hoboken's Travis Rivera had 151 yards rushing and 45 yards receiving.
Click Here for more photos from Hoboken at Hudson Catholic.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Last season with a crowded group at running back, carries for Hoboken’s Jason Montalvo and Travis Rivera were few and far between. Given the opportunity to shoulder the load this year, the duo has taken full advantage.
Montalvo and Rivera combined for more than 400 yards of total offense as the Red Wings rode the pair to a 32-24 victory over Hudson Catholic yesterday at Caven Point. Read More
More Football: Peters scores four times to lead Ferris, View Photos
November 7, 2009
Searching for answers
Marauders FB Tim Flannery had a 22-yard reception in defeat.
Click Here for more photos from St. Peter's Prep at Don Bosco Prep.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
RAMSEY – For Rich Hansen and the Marauders, it must feel like a recurring nightmare.
In a matchup of state powers, St. Peter’s Prep fell to rival Don Bosco Prep 42-9 last night at Granatell. The loss marks the Marauders’ fourth in a row to Don Bosco, each of them blowouts. Read More
More Football: Lincoln suffers first loss, Photos from Irvington at Lincoln
November 6, 2009
Statement time
LB James Fox and the Marauders will look to stop the No. 1 team in the state tonight.
The playoffs may begin next week, but the regular season ends this weekend with a bang. Week 9 of the High School Football season is highlighted by the latest showdown between St. Peter's Prep and Don Bosco Prep in what may be the most eagerly anticipated all year in New Jersey. Check out our Staff Picks for that game and two others. In addition, St. Anthony and Marist make big leaps in this week's Power Poll.
October 30, 2009
Last chance
Peter Ramanand and the Bruins need a win tonight to keep their playoff hopes alive.
Get ready for Week 8 of the High School Football season in Hudson County where it's the last chance for some teams to qualify for the playoffs. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by Secaucus at St. Mary of Rutherford.
October 24, 2009
Running wild
Savon Huggins (left) set a Marauder single-game rushing record in last night's victory.
Click Here for more photos from St. Joseph (Mont) at St. Peter's Prep.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Early in last night’s game, the Marauders’ Savon Huggins let it be known to his team that no one was going to stop him. Huggins’ vow proved to be prophetic as the junior running back set a St. Peter’s Prep record for rushing in a convincing 42-19 victory over No. 2 ranked St. Joseph (Montvale) last night at Caven Point. Read More
October 23, 2009
Playoff chase
Corey Davis and St. Peter's Prep host No. 2 ranked St. Joseph (Montvale) tonight.
Get ready for Week 7 of the High School Football season in Hudson County as teams are fighting for their playoff lives. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by St. Joseph (Montvale) at St. Peter's Prep.
October 18, 2009
Rolls-Royster
Sheldon Royster touched the ball just four times, but had 172 yards and two touchdowns.
Click Here for more photos from North Bergen at St. Peter's Prep.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – With a crowded backfield and just one football to go around, finding touches for Sheldon Royster has been a challenge at times for St. Peter’s Prep. Royster didn’t get many touches, but when he did, he took advantage of them as the Marauders cruised past North Bergen 49-16 at Caven Point.
“(It’s difficult) sometimes,” Royster said about getting into a groove. “When (Coach Rich Hansen) gives me my carries I’ve got to do what I’ve got to do.” Read More
October 17, 2009
Short and sweet
Walter Sessoms rushed for 104 yards in Harrison's first win of the season.
Click Here for more photos from Weehawken at Harrison.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
HARRISON – How do you counteract an aggressive defensive front? For the Blue Tide, the answer came in the form of the screen pass.
Using a series of short throws, Harrison was able to use Weehawken’s aggressiveness against them in a 21-12 victory last night. Read More
October 16, 2009
Heating up
Brendan Dolaghan and the Marauders seek their fourth straight win on Saturday.
Get ready for Week 6 of the High School Football season in Hudson County as teams are fighting for their playoff lives. Check out our Power Poll. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by North Bergen at St. Peter's Prep.
October 11, 2009
Ford tough
Josh Ford's sack in the final minute helped preserve a St. Anthony victory.
Click Here for more photos from St. Anthony at Marist.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
BAYONNE – Josh Ford may have been one of the last players to arrive at Veterans Stadium, but when the game was on the line, he was the most important player on the field.
Ford, who according to St. Anthony head coach Sean Fallon arrived just minutes before kickoff due to the SATs, recorded a pivotal sack in the final seconds and scored the game-winning touchdown to give the Friars a 14-6 victory yesterday over Marist. Read More
October 10, 2009
Big blue wrecking crew
Guard Mike Landi and the Patriots had more than 500 yards of total offense.
Click Here for more photos from Wallington at Secaucus.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
SECAUCUS – At Secaucus, head coach Charlie Voorhees has stressed the importance of being a football program. It’s a program that has focused on a diversified offensive attack by committee along with offensive and defensive philosophies that reach from the varsity team all the way to the peewee level.
Last night’s performance was a testament to that program as the Patriots overcame injury to dominate in all aspects of the game in a 57-9 victory over Wallington. Read More
October 9, 2009
Eyes on the prize
Vinnie Ascolese and the Bruins will be playoff eligable with a win over Dickinson.
Get ready for Week 5 of the High School Football season in Hudson County as teams look to get in position to qualify for November's state playoffs. Check out our Power Poll where we have a new team in the No. 2 spot. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by Wallington at Secaucus.
October 4, 2009
A win to remember
Michael Morrison had 334 total yards as Snyder snapped a 21-game losing streak.
Click Here for more photos from Sussex Tech at Snyder.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
JERSEY CITY – Down by six within the first two minutes of their game against Sussex Tech, the Snyder Tigers found themselves in an all too familiar situation. This time would be different.
Snyder responded with 30 points in the first half en route to a 46-12 victory, the team’s first since 2006. The Tigers had lost their previous 21 contests. Read More
October 3, 2009
Won't be 'D'-nied
Anthony Salcedo and the Bruins defense has allowed just 24 points in four games.
Click Here for more photos from North Bergen at Union City.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
UNION CITY – After last week’s tough defeat to Teaneck, North Bergen was looking to bounce back and send a message. Through an array of blitzes and pressure, the message was sent loud and clear, as the Bruins used a dominant defensive performance to shut out Union City 14-0 last night at Roosevelt Stadium.
“That’s the whole thing about the Bruins,” Quarterback Peter Ramanand said. “Our defense just comes harder and that gets the offense to come out fired up and score points.”
October 2, 2009
Top dogs
Are Steve Le and the Ferris Bulldogs the No. 2 team in Hudson County?
Get ready for Week 4 of the High School Football season in Hudson County. Check out our Power Poll where we have a group of teams battling for the No. 2 spot right behind St. Peter's Prep. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by North Bergen at Union City.
September 27, 2009
Bouncing back
Gianni McLaughlin's forced fumble in the fourth quarter helped preserve a Prep win.
Click Here for more photos from St. Peter's Prep at Bergen Catholic.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
ORADELL – For the past two weeks, St. Peter’s Prep had heard all the doubters and the skeptics. But the No. 9 ranked Marauders rose from the adversity, overcoming a fourth quarter deficit to down No. 3 ranked Bergen Catholic 26-23 yesterday at Crusaders Stadium.
“It speaks volume about our character,” Marauders coach Rich Hansen said. “It speaks volumes about the kind of kids we have in our program.” Read More
Lincoln wins behind Stevens. Photo Gallery
September 26, 2009
Reversing history
Bryant Worts led the Bulldogs with 155 yards rushing and three touchdowns.
Click Here for more photos from Ferris at Union City.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
UNION CITY – This nightmare was all too familiar for the Bulldogs.
For the second straight week, Ferris had seen a two-score lead vanish in the fourth quarter. But when head coach Wilbur Valdez addressed his team before the start of the overtime session, he saw a different look in his team than the week before in Nutley. Read More
September 25, 2009
Judgment week
Raphael Ortiz and the Marauders look to avoid a dreaded 0-2 start.
As we enter Week 3 of the season, plenty of teams are at a crossroads in their season. As we get ready for Week 3, check out our Power Poll where St. Anthony enters the rankings and there's a crowd vying for the No. 2 spot. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by St. Peter's Prep at Bergen Catholic.
September 19, 2009
Standing tall
Denssy Portorreal rushed for 114 of his 139 yards in the second half for Memorial.
Click Here for more photos from Marist at Memorial.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
WEST NEW YORK – For the first 19 plays of the game, Marist had marched right down the field on Memorial’s defense. But it only took one play for Tigers to take that momentum away and set the tone for the rest of the evening.
Jonathan Munoz delivered a crucial sack on 4th and goal from the 3-yard line in what would be one of many big plays the Tigers’ defense would deliver in a 20-6 victory over the Royal Knights last night at Coviello Field. Read More
September 18, 2009
Royal start
Jalen Shelton and Marist enter the Power Poll after a 66-6 victory last week.
Week 1 of the season saw some surprises in Hudson County. As we get ready for Week 2, check out our Power Poll where North Bergen made a big leap. In addition, we make our Staff Picks for this weekend's slate of games headlined by Marist at Memorial.
September 13, 2009
Life in the fast lane
Peter Ramanand celebrates his second of three touchdowns in a win over Memorial.
Click Here for more photos from Memorial at North Bergen.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
NORTH BERGEN – After missing the playoffs for the first time in 21 years, the Bruins took the first step towards a return trip to the postseason.
North Bergen ran wild, racking up 323 yards on the ground in a convincing 43-8 victory over long-time rival Memorial yesterday at Bruins Stadium.
“It was pretty big to make a statement like that,” running back Carlos Mateo said. “Today showed that the Bruins are back.” Read More
Season premiere
Bayonne had no answers for Lincoln's Ronald Butler in a 34-0 Lions victory.
Click Here for more photos from Lincon at Bayonne.
By Jason Bernstein
Editorial Director
BAYONNE - For Lincoln’s Ronald Butler, it was a personal highlight film.
The junior receiver/defensive back set the tone early with a series of spectacular plays as the Lions rolled to a 34-0 victory over Bayonne last night at Veterans Stadium.
“I was feeling it from the beginning of the game,” Butler said. “It was just regular old me playing football.” Read More
