The NJSIAA state tournament continued to deliver dramatic results on Monday, February 9th, with several upsets and tightly contested matches across various groups. From thrilling finishes to standout individual performances, the competition is heating up as teams battle for championship contention.
Girls Swimming: Upsets and Tight Contests
In North 2, Group A, No. 8 Bridgewater-Raritan pulled off a stunning upset, defeating No. 2 Hillsborough by a single point, 86-85. According to NJ.com, a “herculean effort” from the Panthers’ seniors propelled them to victory. The narrow margin underscores the competitive nature of the state tournament and the importance of every point.
Meanwhile, in North 2, Group B, No. 19 Red Bank Regional continued its impressive run, defeating No. 12 Summit 89-81. VanDeBoe’s performance was instrumental in securing the win for the Buccaneers, as detailed in NJ.com. Photos from the meet are also available, capturing the intensity of the competition.
The Girls Top 20 scoreboard showcased several dominant performances. No. 1 Chatham defeated Scotch Plains-Fanwood 111-59, while No. 4 Shawnee convincingly beat Cherry Hill West 128-42. Other notable results included wins for No. 8 Bridgewater-Raritan, No. 10 Haddonfield, No. 11 Cherry Hill East, No. 13 Passaic Tech, No. 15 Moorestown, and No. 18 Morristown.
Boys Swimming: Gloucester Tech Secures Thrilling Victory
The South, Group A boys’ semifinal saw a nail-biting finish as No. 3 Gloucester Tech edged out No. 2 Egg Harbor 86-84. Relays proved crucial in the Cheetahs’ victory, according to NJ.com. Photos from the meet are also available, documenting the excitement of the close contest.
The Boys Top 20 scoreboard reflected similar dominance from top-ranked teams. No. 1 Bridgewater-Raritan cruised past J.P. Stevens 128-42, and No. 4 Hillsborough defeated Montgomery 117-53. No. 5 Chatham also secured a decisive victory over Northern Highlands, winning 130-39. A matchup between No. 6 Cherry Hill East and Cherokee is scheduled for February 9th.
Statewide Scoreboard Highlights – February 9th
Beyond the featured coverage, the statewide scoreboard revealed a wealth of results from Monday’s competitions. In the Central, Group A girls’ tournament, No. 1 East Brunswick dominated No. 4 Marlboro 122-48. In the Central, Group B, No. 1 Moorestown defeated No. 4 Manasquan 110-60, and No. 2 West Windsor-Plainsboro South triumphed over No. 3 West Windsor-Plainsboro North 109-61.
The Central, Group C girls’ tournament saw victories for No. 1 New Providence (90-80 over No. 5 Hopewell Valley) and No. 2 Gov. Livingston (91-79 over No. 3 Bernards). In North 1, Group A, No. 1 Passaic Tech defeated No. 4 Pascack Valley 108-55, and No. 2 Morristown overcame No. 3 Montclair 93-77.
North 1, Group B, saw wins for No. 1 Randolph (121-49 over No. 4 Tenafly) and No. 2 Morris Knolls (94-76 over No. 3 Northern Highlands). No. 2 Demarest edged out No. 3 Old Tappan 87-83 in North 1, Group C.
In the South, Group A boys’ tournament, No. 3 Egg Harbor defeated No. 2 Gloucester Tech 95-75, while No. 1 Cherry Hill East beat No. 5 Southern 105-65. The South, Group B tournament featured wins for No. 1 Mainland (89-81 over No. 3 Ocean City) and No. 1 Shawnee (128-42 over No. 5 Cherry Hill West). Finally, No. 2 Ocean Township defeated No. 3 Shore 94-76 and No. 1 Haddonfield beat No. 4 Haddon Township 100-65 in the South, Group C tournament.
The NJSIAA state tournament continues to provide compelling storylines and intense competition. As teams advance through the brackets, the stakes will only continue to rise, promising more thrilling matchups and unforgettable moments.
