ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — In the NFL and college, field-goal attempts are common. A team drives deep into the opposing team’s territory and will go for a field goal if the march stalls, because the distance for the first down or end zone is unfavorable. But in high school, it’s very rare to see field-goal […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The East Orange Campus High School football team last season had the unfortunate task of playing its games away from home, as Paul Robeson Stadium was undergoing renovations. The Jaguars are excited to be back home this season, with a brand new field. “The kids are excited,” said third-year head coach […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — In the photo gallery, the East Orange High School football team is showng practicing on Saturday morning, Aug. 17, at Paul Robeson Stadium in East Orange. The Jaguars, who played all the games away from home last season due to renovations at Robeson Stadium, will host Livingston in the season opener […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The East Orange Junior Jaguars youth football organization, celebrating its 20th year, is getting ready for its season. The Junior Jaguars have been practicing at Soveral Park in East Orange, Monday to Friday, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. When the school year begins, they will practice Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays. Fritz […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The East Orange Junior Jaguars youth football organization’s fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 10, has been postponed. A date has yet to be determined. The event, which will take place at Haire Park in East Orange, features fish fry, food, music and vendors. The organization is celebrating its 20th year. For more […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — Pictured are campers at the annual East Orange Co-Ed Basketball Camp at the John L. Costley Middle School in East Orange. Sponsored by the East Orange Recreation Department, the camp began July 8 and continues until Aug. 16 for children ages 7-14, Monday to Friday, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — For the first time, East Orange-based non-profit Alumni United USA Inc. sponsored a boys and girls basketball camp at Cicely L. Tyson School during the week of July 15. The camp was directed by Nike and US Sports Camps. Anthony Brown Jr., an EO firefighter and board chairperson of Alumni United […]
ESSEX COUNTY, NJ — Police officers and firefighters are vital members of any community, risking their lives every day for the safety and well-being of everyone. It’s also important for them to stay in shape, and boxing is a great way to accomplish that goal. A bunch of local men and women from various police […]
EAST ORANGE, NJ — Paul Robeson Stadium in East Orange, which has been in existence for decades, has been undergoing renovations that began in the spring. Pictured above is the new football field. The renovations include other upgrades, including the track around the field. Photo Courtesy of Rodney Williams
EAST ORANGE, NJ — The third annual East Orange High School Basketball Hall of Fame Induction Gala took place on Thursday night, June 13, at the Galloping Hill Caterers, located at 1085 Galloping Hill Road, in Union. This year, 11 new members were inducted into the hall of fame. The 2024 inductees are: 1960s category […]