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Their Time to Shine
Their Time to Shine
Their Time to Shine
BRICK — It was just last Saturday when Brick Memorial head coach Mike Denver spoke about the importance of the Mustangs’ less-experienced and unheralded wrestlers being ready at all times, because they could be called upon at any moment to grab a potential match-deciding victory That time came Wednesday night against rival Jackson Memorial...
Mega Merkel
Mega Merkel
Mega Merkel
Click here for a photo gallery from Cliff Lavelle. STAFFORD — As Jesse Bauta was getting the blood wiped from his face during a medical timeout, Southern assistant coach Jerry Tabbachino gave him a message that sparked Saturday night’s signature moment...
Prep Work
Prep Work
Prep Work
Follow Bob Badders on Twitter for scores and news from around the Shore. TOMS RIVER — A team win is always something to celebrate, especially when it comes against a rival in the rough-and-tumble Class A South division of the Shore Conference...
Net Gains
Net Gains
Net Gains
Follow Bob Badders on Twitter for scores and news from around the Shore. JERSEY CITY — Cippy Apicelli knew exactly what his team had in store for itself when it ventured to St. Peter’s Prep to take on the No. 2 team in the state. For a team with multiple championship aspirations, this was a chance for Ocean to see exactly what it was made of just a few weeks into the season...
Starting Strong
Starting Strong
Starting Strong
Follow Bob Badders on Twitter for scores and news from around the Shore. NEPTUNE — Manalapan junior Jake Kaminsky has progressed at a pace every coach envisions for their wrestlers, going from a spot starter with a sub-.500 record as a freshman to a break-out 25-win sophomore season complete with a trip to the Region VI Tournament...