Montclair School District Hires New Athletic Director: Matthew Belford

Belford comes to the Montclair school district with 23 years of experience in athletics, six of those years being in administration.

9 Student-Athletes In Montclair Sign Letters Of Intent With Colleges

Several talented teens in Montclair are taking their sports careers to the next level.

Willie Randolph Will ‘Meet And Greet’ In Montclair At Fundraiser

The former Yankees star will be handing out bottles of his namesake gin at a benefit event for the Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center.

Baseball Field Vandalized In Montclair: Police

Someone vandalized a local baseball field in Montclair, authorities said.

Renovation Project At Glenfield Park Crosses Finish Line In Montclair

Upgrades at the basketball and tennis courts in Glenfield Park are complete, Essex County officials said.

Montclair HS Rowing Team Hits New Heights In Spring 2024

The Montclair High School Rowing Team has once again hit the water strong, setting new program records for the spring 2024 season.

Youth Fishing Derbies Returning In Essex County: What To Know For 2024

Get ready to bait those hooks: Essex County is bringing back its free fishing derbies for kids and teens.

Pod Of Dolphins: Montclair YMCA Swimmers End Successful Season

“Our team greatly exceeded my expectations,” their coach said proudly.

Montclair HS Rowing Alum Victorious In Prestigious Competition

One of the oldest and most well-known rowing competitions in the world now has a connection to Montclair: Kenneth Coplan.

6 Sports Dropped After Bloomfield College Merges With Montclair State

Bloomfield College is putting six of its athletic programs on an indefinite hold. The move takes place a year after its merger with MSU.

10 Montclair HS Students Sign Intent Letters With Division I Schools

A large group of student-athletes from Montclair will continue their sports careers in college. See the list.

Montclair HS Rowing Hosts Overpeck Fall Classic Regatta (PHOTOS)

The Montclair High School Rowing Team is hitting the water strong for the start of the fall 2023 season.

Yankees Legend Ron Guidry To Visit Tierney’s In Montclair For Benefit

A benefit event for the Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center will feature a visit from Ron "Louisiana Lightning" Guidry.

Montclair State University, NJIT Partner To Renovate Yogi Berra Stadium

Baseball teams from both schools will call the field home as part of multi-million-dollar partnership.

Essex County Is Moving Pickleball Courts At Brookdale Park

The county is moving the courts as part of a $2 million upgrade project after some nearby residents complained about the noise.

500 Girls Hit The Ice In Montclair To Celebrate Their Love For Hockey

To date, the Junior Rangers Girls Hockey Platform has introduced the sport to more than 2,100 girls across the Tri-State Area.

Montclair Rowing Team Makes Big Splash At State Championship

“This is a huge achievement by our team,” Head Coach Jeremy Michalitsianos said.

Fishing Derbies For Kids Will Return To Essex County For 2023

Want to create your own “big fish story?” Essex County will hold several free fishing derbies for local youth this year.

Special Olympics Brings Cheers, Inspiration To Essex County

An enthusiastic crowd cheered for young athletes with disabilities at the Essex County Special Olympics Track and Field Competition.

First Season Of High School Girls Flag Football Kicks Off In Montclair

The Montclair High School club is part of a girls flag football program underwritten by the New York Jets and Nike.

NJ Yogi Berra Museum Will Celebrate Baseball Icon At Yankee Stadium

The museum will celebrate the late Montclair resident and its 25th anniversary at Yankee Stadium in June.

Grand Opening For Park With ‘Skateable’ Artwork In Montclair

The skatepark in Montclair features seven unique sculptures designed by Olympian Alexis Sablone, an MIT and Barnard graduate.

Fond Memories Of ‘American Ball’ In Montclair Leads To Reunion Game

Remember playing “American Ball” in Montclair’s schools? An ex-gym teacher and his former students do – and it’s still causing grins.

Montclair Schools Welcomes New Athletic Director, Ron Anello

“I never imagined coming back to Montclair after a 40-year career, but it’s a place I love and of course have always had a connection with.”

Montclair Little League Field Named For Late First-Grader, Sports Fan

“This is an honor that is beyond comprehension,” his mother said.

Montclair HS Football Team Ineligible For Playoffs Due To ‘Oversight’

The Montclair High School football team must forfeit its wins after a player was deemed academically ineligible, administrators said.

Montclair Wins Social Division at 49th Can-Am Rugby Tournament

The Montclair Men's Rugby Football Club made its annual trip to upstate NY a memorable one by winning the Social division.

Son Of Montclair MLB Trailblazer Joins Yogi Berra Museum Board

The son of Hall of Famer Larry Doby has joined the board of the Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center.

Montclair High School Has New Head Boys’ Basketball Coach

Ex-Mounties standout Cecil Stinson brings nearly 20 years of experience to the table, including a successful coaching stint in Newark.

Montclair HS Team Rows Home With Haul Of Medals To Close 2022

Coach Michalitsianos: “It’s been wonderful to have the support from our parents and school at races for the first time since 2019.”

New Synthetic Grass Installed At Glenfield Park Softball Field

The softball field at Essex County Glenfield Park recently got a big upgrade: a new synthetic grass playing surface.

Montclair High School Has New Football Coach: Jermain Johnson

Johnson brings nearly 20 years of coaching and playing experience to Montclair. He previously coached at Belleville High School.

Montclair High School Rowing Team Roars To Victory At NJ States

“We are so happy to be racing at states again,” head coach Jeremy Michalitsianos said.

Famous Olympian To Design Additions To Montclair Skate Park

It’s a pretty big badge of honor when Alexis Sablone calls your town’s local skateboarders “inspiring.”

Montclair School Field Reopens; Heartwarming Sight, Official Says

Video: It was a “grand” day in Montclair for the students who use the Watchung Playground and Field Hockey and Boys Lacrosse Field.

Montclair Dolphins Girls Smash Bests to Qualify for Top Regional

Montclair Dolphin swimmers Kayleigh Surichaqui and Vicky Sluk smashed their personal bests at the January 14-16 AGUA Martin Luther King Jr.

Montclair Kimberly Academy Student Earns ‘Best Teammate Award’

The Yogi Berra Museum & Learning Center gave a big shout out to 37 high school athletes, including Rollins Heath of MKA.

Special Needs Hockey, Skate Program Hits The Ice In Montclair

The Monarchs nonprofit has expanded its popular “Learn to Skate” and hockey programs to Montclair State University’s ice rink.

Push For ‘Permanent Skate Park’ Continues In Montclair

Skateboarding fans will gather for a rally on Saturday. Supporters will include young riders – and some of their parents.

Montclair YMCA, Bloomfield College Launch E-Sports Program

The pilot program will give middle and high school gamers a chance to compete on the individual and team level.