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Eva Curko; New Jersey’s best girls volleyball players: Top outside hitters

Oct 16, 2025

Widely regarded as one of New Jersey’s premier opposites, Eva Curko brings a consistent attack and high volleyball IQ to the court for the perennial powerhouse Golden Knights. Despite beginning the season sidelined with an injury, she has seamlessly reintegrated into the lineup. “She brings a calm and confident presence to our team and is a key ingredient to our success,” Old Tappan coach Melissa Landeck said. The Stevens Institute of Technology commit is equally dangerous from both the front and back row, making her a six-rotation threat. In her first five games of the 2025 season — she made her season debut on Oct. 3 — Curio recorded 34 kills, 26 digs, 10 assists, 6 aces and 5 blocks.

Old Tappan Rolls Past Bergen Tech 4–0 to Open County Tournament

Oct 15, 2025

Old Tappan opened the Bergen County Tournament with a dominant 4–0 win over Bergen Tech, combining sharp offense with disciplined defense to move on to the quarterfinals. First Round Recap: The Golden Knights wasted no time setting the tone. Isabella Zingarelli struck first off an assist from Caroline Ognibene, who later added a goal of her own from Elena Pothos’ setup. In the second period, Pothos scored on another Ognibene assist before Mia Colon sealed the victory with a fourth goal. Ognibene led the offense with a goal and two assists, while Pothos, Zingarelli, and Colon each contributed a score. Goalie Lea Savino stopped all five shots she faced for the shutout. Old Tappan’s back line, anchored by Nina Caunedo, Gianna Pizzella, and Lindsey Huang, was equally impressive. Caunedo’s awareness and steady positioning helped neutralize Bergen Tech’s counterattacks, keeping the Knights in control from start to finish. Next Up – Quarterfinal Preview: With the win, Old Tappan advances to face #5 Ridgewood in the quarterfinals on Sunday, October 19, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. in Mahwah. Ridgewood brings speed and depth, but Old Tappan’s balanced lineup and defensive consistency make them a tough matchup for anyone. The Golden Knights will look to build on their momentum as they aim for a semifinal berth in the county tournament.

Old Tappan Marching Band Wins US Band Competition

Oct 14, 2025

Congratulations to the NVOT Marching Band for placing first in their division at the US Bands Wayne Valley competition this past weekend. The band scored an 82.4, more than 5 points higher than their last competition.

Adriana Bryan of Old Tappan one of the best liberos, defensive specialists in New Jersey girls volleyball

Oct 12, 2025

Adriana Bryan, Old Tappan, Sr. In her senior season, Adriana Bryan has emerged as the foundation of Old Tappan’s defense. Taking over as libero, she has totaled 92 digs and 21 aces through 15 matches, leading one of the top programs in Group 2. Her standout match came against Tenafly on Oct. 16, when she posted 15 digs in a straight-set win. Head coach Melissa Landeck praised Bryan’s reliability and focus, saying, “She is a strong defender and passer on serve receive.” Bryan’s poise and control have helped Old Tappan dictate pace, limit errors, and thrive in extended rallies. Her leadership in the back row continues to drive the Knights’ success. A natural reader of the game, Bryan anticipates attacks before they happen, positions herself with precision, and delivers crisp first passes that keep the offense balanced. Her combination of vision, consistency, and competitiveness has made her one of New Jersey’s elite defenders and a key reason Old Tappan remains among the state’s best.

Old Tappan advances to sectional final after 3-2 win over Sparta

Oct 09, 2025

Old Tappan advances to sectional final after 3-2 win over Sparta Old Tappan defeated Sparta 3-2 in the 2025 NJSIAA North Jersey, Section 1, Group 2 semifinal, earning a spot in the championship match. The Knights secured the win through a clean sweep in singles play. At first singles, Lily Setrakian (Old Tappan) cruised past Sara Schwarz (Sparta) 6-1, 6-1, using consistent groundstrokes and aggressive returns. Mukilarasi Dharmaraj (Old Tappan) followed with a 6-2, 6-1 victory over Layla Boohoff (Sparta) at second singles, maintaining control from the baseline throughout. Alina Sorokin (Old Tappan) sealed the match with a hard-fought 7-5, 6-4 win over Emily Dondero (Sparta) at third singles. Sparta’s doubles teams provided both of their points. Maureen Gaines and Emilie Fagen (Sparta) topped Jia Kim and Madeline Iacano (Old Tappan) 7-5, 6-1 at first doubles, while Molly Tomko and Juliet Shim (Sparta) defeated Marie Tenebruso and Eunsoo Ma (Old Tappan) 6-2, 6-2 at second doubles. With the semifinal win, Old Tappan (9-5) advances to the sectional final, continuing a strong postseason push.

Golden Knights Dominate Bergenfield 41-14 to Stay Unbeaten

Sep 13, 2025

Old Tappan stayed unbeaten with a dominant 41-14 road win over Bergenfield. The Golden Knights (3-0) used a balanced offense and a stifling defense to overcome an early deficit. Bergenfield struck first when Shameire Duncan returned the opening kickoff 95 yards for a touchdown, putting the Bears up 7-0. Old Tappan then locked in, scoring 41 unanswered points before a late Bergenfield touchdown in the fourth quarter. Quarterback Zachary Miceli was sharp, completing 9 of 10 passes for 210 yards and 3 touchdowns. He also broke loose for a 74-yard rushing score. Shane Small hauled in 3 passes for 98 yards and a touchdown, while Leo Etter matched him with 95 yards and a score on 3 catches. Joey Crescitelli added 4 receptions, including a touchdown. On the ground, Old Tappan piled up 210 rushing yards. Devyn Radoian ran for 55 yards and a touchdown, with strong contributions from Julias Lai (45 yards) and Damian Dutoit (16 yards). Defensively, Old Tappan racked up 63 total tackles. Ryan Miceli led the way with 8, while John Bilali added 7 and Nick Blanchard forced a fumble. The defense shut down Bergenfield’s passing game, holding them to 60 yards through the air and only 60 on the ground. Bergenfield’s highlights came from Duncan, who finished with 116 kick return yards, and Zander Velez, who rushed for 53 yards and a late touchdown. Quarterback Xavier Valdez was limited to 3 completions on 10 attempts. With the win, Old Tappan improves to 3-0 and continues its strong start to the season, while Bergenfield drops to 1-2.Team TotalsOld Tappan (3-0) Passing: 10/12, 212 YDS, 3 TD Rushing: 22 ATT, 210 YDS, 2 TD Receiving: 10 REC, 215 YDS, 3 TD Defense: 63 total tackles, 8 TFL, 2 sacks, 1 forced fumble, 1 recovery Bergenfield (1-2) Passing: 3/10, 60 YDS, 0 TD Rushing: 29 ATT, 60 YDS, 1 TD Receiving: 3 REC, 60 YDS Returns: 6 KOR, 186 YDS, 1 TDOld Tappan Leaders QB Zachary Miceli: 9/10, 210 YDS, 3 TD; 2 CAR, 74 YDS, 1 TD RB Devyn Radoian: 8 CAR, 55 YDS, 1 TD RB Julias Lai: 6 CAR, 45 YDS WR Shane Small: 3 REC, 98 YDS, 1 TD WR Leo Etter: 3 REC, 95 YDS, 1 TD WR Joey Crescitelli: 4 REC, 22 YDS, 1 TD LB Ryan Miceli: 8 tackles (4 solo, 4 ast), 3 TFL LB John Bilali: 7 tackles, 1 sack LB Nick Blanchard: 5 tackles, 1 FFBergenfield Leaders QB Xavier Valdez: 3/10, 60 YDS; 2 CAR, -12 YDS RB Zander Velez: 16 CAR, 53 YDS, 1 TD; 1 REC, 17 YDS; 3 KOR, 52 YDS KR Shameire Duncan: 2 KOR, 116 YDS, 1 TD (95-yd return) WR Andrew Suero: 1 REC, 29 YDS; 3 tackles LB Jack Walsh: 9 tackles (4 solo, 5 ast)

Old Tappan edges Ridgewood in overtime thriller

Sep 11, 2025

Old Tappan stayed unbeaten with a 4-3 overtime win over Ridgewood on Thursday afternoon. Elena Pothos opened the scoring for the Golden Knights, but Ridgewood answered with two goals from Lilli Granert to take a 2-1 lead after the first period. Pothos struck again in the second to tie it, and Taylor Chisholm followed with a go-ahead goal before Gabriella Winn knotted the game at 3-3 heading into the third. Neither team scored in regulation, setting up overtime. Caroline Ognibene delivered the game-winner off an assist from Nina Caunedo to secure the win for Old Tappan. Pothos finished with two goals, while Ognibene and Chisholm added one each. Goalie Lea Savino recorded eight saves. For Ridgewood, Granert led the way with two goals and Winn added one. Goalie Emily Grathwohl had two saves. Old Tappan improved to 3-0, while Ridgewood fell to 2-2.

Old Tappan Improves to 2-0 With Dominant Performance

Sep 08, 2025

Old Tappan dominates Indian Hills with 8–0 win Old Tappan improved to 2-0 with a commanding 8–0 victory over Indian Hills on Monday afternoon. Elena Pothos led the way with a hat trick and an assist, factoring into four of the Golden Knights’ goals. Caroline Ognibene scored twice, while Sienna Drullinsky, Mia Derrico, and Leah Ramos each added one goal. Assists came from Isabella Zingarelli (2), Drullinsky, Mia Colon, Nina Caunedo, and Pothos. Old Tappan put the game out of reach early, building a 4–0 halftime lead behind Pothos’ finishing and steady ball movement. The Knights outshot Indian Hills and kept pressure on throughout the match. Goalie Lea Savino recorded five saves to secure the shutout. With balanced scoring and stingy defense, Old Tappan looks poised for another strong season.

Old Tappan Rolls Past River Dell 35-0

Sep 05, 2025

Old Tappan moved to 2-0 with a dominant 35-0 victory over River Dell on Friday night. The Golden Knights controlled the game on both sides of the ball, with big plays across the roster. Offensive Highlights Quarterback Zachary Miceli led the way, going 11-of-12 for 222 yards and three touchdowns. He connected with Leo Etter four times for 98 yards and a score, hit Christakis Nicolaou on a 73-yard strike, and found Nick Blanchard for a touchdown. Joey Crescitelli added three catches for 35 yards, and Aidan Nally hauled in an 18-yard reception to keep drives alive. On the ground, Devyn Radoian rushed for 73 yards and a touchdown, and Damian Dutoit added 40 yards and a score. Miceli chipped in 7 rushing yards to extend plays. Defensive Standouts The defense swarmed all night, piling up 87 total tackles. Blanchard was everywhere, with 12 tackles and 1.5 sacks. Etter made his presence felt with 9 tackles and 2 tackles for loss. Radoian and Dutoit each had 5 tackles, including stops behind the line. Adrian Burke and Ryan Miceli both stepped up with 6 and 7 tackles, while Marco D’Amore and Yucel Ekin combined for 13 stops in the trenches. Aidan Nally, Christakis Nicolaou, and Anthony Miceli added steady tackling in the secondary. Special Teams Kicker Matteo Morrissey was perfect, going 5-for-5 on extra points. Key Numbers Miceli: 11/12, 222 yards, 3 TDs Etter: 4 receptions, 98 yards, 1 TD; 9 tackles, 2 TFL Blanchard: TD catch; 12 tackles, 1.5 sacks Radoian: 73 rushing yards, 1 TD; 5 tackles, 1 TFL Dutoit: 40 rushing yards, 1 TD; 5 tackles, 1 TFL Old Tappan’s depth showed as contributions came from all over the lineup, with both sides of the ball producing big plays in the shutout win.

Pothos Nets Hat Trick as Old Tappan Shuts Out Demarest 4-0

Sep 04, 2025

Pothos Hat Trick Leads Old Tappan Past Demarest in Season OpenerOld Tappan opened its 2025 season with a statement win, shutting out Demarest 4-0 on Thursday afternoon. Caroline Ognibene gave the Golden Knights an early lead in the first period, finishing off a setup from Nina Caunedo. From there, junior sophomore Elena Pothos took control, scoring three straight goals to record a hat trick. Two of her tallies came in the second period, both assisted by Isabella Zingarelli, before she capped the scoring in the third. Goalie Lea Savino anchored the defense with nine saves to secure the shutout. Demarest keeper Arianna Steiner stopped seven shots in the loss. Old Tappan improved to 1-0 with the win.

Old Tappan Girls Tennis Opens Season With 5-0 Sweep of Paramus

Sep 03, 2025

Old Tappan started the 2025 girls tennis season strong on Wednesday, September 3, with a commanding 5-0 victory over Paramus. Singles Lily Setrakian led the way at first singles, defeating Vajra Venkitesh 6-2, 6-1. Mukilarasi Dharmaraj followed with a 6-0, 6-2 win over Davina Huang at second singles. Kate Winter added another point at third singles, rolling past Vivian Hu 6-1, 6-2. Doubles In first doubles, Evelynne Leong and Jia Kim overpowered Naz and Ela Pezuk 6-0, 6-2. At second doubles, Eunsoo Ma and Hyacinth Seo secured the sweep with a 6-1, 6-1 win against Olivia Ren and Hannah Park. The Golden Knights set the tone for their season by winning every match in straight sets, moving to 1-0.

Old Tappan football picks up right where it left off with opening win over West Essex

Aug 29, 2025

NORTH CALDWELL − On Old Tappan's first play from scrimmage, Zach Miceli served up a taste of what's to come this season.The junior quarterback threw an 80-yard touchdown pass to send the defending Group 3 state champions off to a season-opening 34-14 win over West Essex on Aug. 29.“With this guy, it’s always in the arsenal,” Old Tappan coach Brian Dunn said of Miceli. “If they give us the right look, he’s always ready to do it.”Miceli's TD pass went to junior receiver Leo Etter, and the right-hander completed 16 of 20 passes for 204 yards and two scores before taking a seat late in the third quarter.Miceli also threw a 4-yard score to senior receiver Joey Crescitelli late in the first quarter for a 14-0 lead.“It starts up front in the trenches,” said Miceli, whose last season threw for 2,269 yards and 19 scores. “We have a lot of guys coming back with experience, and guys who are filling in did a great job. Obviously mistakes everywhere, and we’re going to clean those up. But it started in the trenches, and then our guys outside just made plays like they always do.”Senior running back Damian Du Toit scored on a 1-yard run in the second quarter to extend the lead to 21-0. Senior running back Devyn Radoian scored on a 20-yard run in the second quarter for a 28-0 lead, and he scored on a 7-yard run in the third to give the Golden Knights a 34-7 lead.West Essex scored late in each half. Senior quarterback Jake Long threw a 13-yard TD pass to senior receiver Justin Perini in the second quarter, and junior running back Michael Lozito scored on a 4-yard run in the fourth.What it meansOld Tappan looked like a team ranked No. 1 in the North Jersey Public Top 20 and No. 10 in the New Jersey Super 25. The Golden Knights were solid in all areas and contributed to North Jersey making a strong showing in season openers.“I think we performed OK,” Radoian said. “We’re coming off a Group 3 state championship and we have a lot of work to put in, but we’re going to get there, we’re going to get there fast, and we’re going to keep coming out exploding. Our offense is a very explosive type of offense. We like to run, we like to pass, we do it all. And we’ve got a couple of young kids on defense, and we’re just going to keep shining out there.”Big-play startMiceli’s TD pass Etter came on a deep post up the left side, and Old Tappan had its first score of the season just 12 seconds into the game. Miceli hit Etter in perfect stride.“We ran through that play a lot in practice,” Etter said. “We knew the post would be open, and we knew we were going to hit it early. We didn’t know what play it was going to be, but we knew we were going to hit it early. Me and Zach were ready for it, and coach [Dunn] called a great play.”“Honestly, I never decide what we’re running until we get on the field for the first play, unless there's something special that we have to do,” Dunn said. "It just looked like something that we could get right off the bat, and the kids executed and Zach threw a great ball.”By the numbersOld Tappan amassed 363 total yards, including 159 rushing.The Golden Knights spread the ball around to the running backs, with Radoian and Du Toit handling a majority of the carries.“They’re good, and they all give us a different look,” Dunn said of the running backs. “They’re all getting a crack at it for the first time.”West Essex had 201 total yards, including 138 rushing. The Knights were at their best with Long running up the middle and mixing in an occasional pass.

Old Tappan Opens Season with 34-14 Win Over West Essex

Aug 29, 2025

It was the season opener for Old Tappan, and the Golden Knights started strong with a 34-14 road victory over West Essex on Friday night. Old Tappan built a 28-0 lead in the first half and controlled the game from start to finish. Quarterback Zachary Miceli was nearly flawless, completing 15 of 18 passes for 217 yards and two touchdowns. He connected with Leo Etter on an 80-yard strike in the opening quarter and later hit Joey Crescitelli on a 4-yard score. Crescitelli led the team with 8 receptions for 73 yards. On the ground, Devyn Radoian ran for 82 yards and two touchdowns, while Damian Dutoit added 40 yards and a 1-yard score. Old Tappan’s defense also shined, with John Bilali making 9 tackles and Rocco Bartlemeo adding 7 with a blocked kick. West Essex got on the board with a 12-yard touchdown pass from Jake Long to Justin Perini before halftime, and Kristian Freeman’s 24-yard touchdown run in the fourth. Long finished with 68 passing yards and 88 rushing yards in the loss. Old Tappan begins the year 1-0 with a balanced performance on both sides of the ball.

Old Tappan Football Preseason Behind the Scenes Interview

Aug 28, 2025

Super Football Conference Network talked with coach Brian Dunn and players to get the insight on Old Tappan Football and what this season has in store.Preseason Behind the Scenes interview.Click link below to view full interview.

Old Tappan: JSZ Camp Countdown Preview:🏈

Aug 20, 2025

HC Brian Dunn guided the Golden Knights to another Group 3 state championship last fall. They lose a few staple players but the cupboard is still very much full for the top public school in North Jersey. Click Here to see full video on Jersey Sports Zone YouTube Channel. Click the link below to view preview on InstraGram

Old Tappan's Caroline Ognibene is only North Jersey athlete with two individual medals

Jun 05, 2025

Soph Caroline Ognibene is only North Jersey athlete with two individual medalsOne could call Caroline Ognibene’s performance at the Group 3 Championships the best in her short but storied career. After all, the Old Tappan soph set personal records in the long jump and pole vault while placing third in the high jump. That’s a complete performance. However, nothing compared to her performance at SMOC, where she set personal records while being in two places simultaneously. Ognibene was the only North Jersey athlete at the State Meet of Champions to place in the top eight in multiple individual events. “The goal was to place at states in both events and doing both of those throughout the entire season helped me get to where I am today,” Ognibene said. Ognibene first placed fourth in the high jump of 5-6 in one end zone and then rushed to the pole vault pit beyond the opposite end zone, where she and her fellow Golden Knights vaulter Jamie Kim, who medaled at SMOC for the fourth straight year, placed sixth and seventh, respectively, with a vault of 11-0. It was at least the fourth time she had raced back and forth during the competition. "She did all that and got her steps in, too'', joked OT boys head coach Pete Dunn.“It was a great send-off and definitely motivating for next year,” Ognibene said.

Amelia Plescia hits a homerun on her way to 100 hits

May 03, 2025

Old Tappan's Amelia Plescia Reaches 100 Career Hits with a Home Run Amelia Plescia, a standout shortstop for Northern Valley Regional High School at Old Tappan, recently achieved a significant milestone by recording her 100th career hit—a home run. The accomplishment was celebrated by the school's softball team, highlighting Plescia's impressive feat. Her 100th hit not only marks a personal achievement but also underscores her consistent performance and dedication to the sport. As the season progresses, Plescia's experience and leadership are expected to continue playing a vital role in Old Tappan's pursuit of excellence on the softball field. Congratulations to Amelia Plescia on reaching this remarkable milestone!

Golden Knights Edge Demarest in Tight Rivalry Battle

Apr 19, 2025

Malady’s Four Goals Lead Old Tappan Past Demarest in Tight Battle Old Tappan edged past rival Demarest in a tightly contested boys lacrosse matchup on Saturday, April 19, pulling out a 6-5 win to improve to 5-2 on the season. The Golden Knights held the lead after each quarter, but Demarest never let them get comfortable, matching them goal for goal in a back-and-forth game. Ronan Malady powered the Old Tappan offense with a game-high four goals, while Nick Blanchard contributed a balanced effort with two goals and two assists. Vincent Rossi also added three assists, helping spark the attack. Faceoff specialist Mason Varni was pivotal at the X, winning 9 of 15 faceoffs and giving Old Tappan key possessions. Defensively, the Knights were anchored by goalie Walker Lynch, who made eight saves in the win. Old Tappan held a narrow ground ball advantage (37 to 33), while their efficiency in faceoffs helped them maintain a slight edge throughout the contest. For Demarest, Jackson Dickstein and Tanner Brickman led the scoring with two goals apiece, and goalie Neil Bernhaut kept them within striking distance with an impressive 20 saves. Despite their efforts, Demarest fell to 3-4 on the season. This gritty win gives Old Tappan momentum heading into the heart of the season, while Demarest will look to regroup after another close loss.

Old Tappan Edges Mahwah 3-2 in Big North Tennis Battle

Apr 16, 2025

The Old Tappan boys tennis team secured a narrow 3-2 victory over Mahwah in a Big North Conference matchup. Match Summary 1st Singles: Jack Bogert (Mahwah) edged out Kiran Gurunathan (Old Tappan) in a thrilling three-set match, winning 6-1, 2-6, 7-6 (10-5). 2nd Singles: Sammi Gurunathan (Old Tappan) defeated Prem Doshi (Mahwah) in straight sets, 6-3, 6-3. 3rd Singles: Albert Wen (Mahwah) overcame William Kwon (Old Tappan) with a 6-2, 6-4 victory. 1st Doubles: The Old Tappan duo of Andonis Vazacopoulos and Ian Oak triumphed over Mahwah's Alex Wong and Arnold Zhang, 6-3, 6-3. 2nd Doubles: In a tightly contested match, Anay Nadgauda and Daniel Winter (Old Tappan) defeated Sam Terdiman and Constantine Hoerauf (Mahwah) 7-5, 3-6, 7-6 (10-2). This win improved Old Tappan's record to 2-1 overall and 1-0 in the Big North - National division, while Mahwah fell to 5-3 overall and 4-1 in the Big North - Patriot division.

Doubles Clinch the Win for Old Tappan Over Mahwah

Apr 16, 2025

Photo Credit Scott Faytok / NJ Advanced MediaThe Old Tappan boys tennis team edged out Mahwah with a 3–2 victory in a closely contested match. Match Summary 1st Singles: Mahwah’s Jack Bogert triumphed over Kiran Gurunathan of Old Tappan in a thrilling three-set match, winning 6–1, 2–6, 7–6 (10–5). 2nd Singles: Old Tappan’s Sammi Gurunathan secured a straight-sets victory against Prem Doshi of Mahwah, 6–3, 6–3. 3rd Singles: Mahwah’s Albert Wen defeated William Kwon of Old Tappan, 6–2, 6–4. 1st Doubles: The Old Tappan duo of Andonis Vazacopoulos and Ian Oak overcame Mahwah’s Alex Wong and Arnold Zhang with a 6–3, 6–3 win. 2nd Doubles: In a nail-biting match, Old Tappan’s Anay Nadgauda and Daniel Winter edged out Mahwah’s Sam Terdiman and Constantine Hoerauf, 7–5, 3–6, 7–6 (10–2). This victory improved Old Tappan’s record to 2–1 overall and 1–0 in the Big North – National division, while Mahwah fell to 5–3 overall and 4–1 in the Big North – Patriot division.

Golden Knights Keep Rolling Behind Derrico, Lee, and Malady

Apr 15, 2025

The Old Tappan Golden Knights extended their undefeated streak to 4-0 with a commanding 18-7 victory over Mount St. Dominic in a girls lacrosse matchup. The game, held at Mount St. Dominic, saw Old Tappan dominate from the outset, leading 6-3 after the first quarter and steadily increasing their advantage throughout the game. Game Highlights Final Score: Old Tappan 18, Mount St. Dominic 7 Quarter Scores: Q1: Old Tappan 6, Mount St. Dominic 3 Q2: Old Tappan 3, Mount St. Dominic 2 Q3: Old Tappan 4, Mount St. Dominic 1 Q4: Old Tappan 5, Mount St. Dominic 1 Standout Performers Mia Derrico (#7, Old Tappan): Led all scorers with 9 goals and added an assist, totaling 10 points. Charlotte Malady (#17, Old Tappan): Contributed 2 goals and a game-high 4 assists. Annabelle Lee (Old Tappan): Added 5 goals and 1 assist to the team's tally. Jayden DeSilva (Mount St. Dominic): Accounted for 5 of her team's 7 goals, showcasing her offensive prowess. Layla Dyer (Old Tappan): Anchored the defense with a game-high two forced turnovers, demonstrating her ability to disrupt Mount St. Dominic's offensive plays and initiate transitions. Team Statistics Old Tappan (4-0): Goals: 18 Assists: 6 Ground Balls: 9 Draw Controls: 13 Free Position Goals: 6 Mount St. Dominic (0-5): Goals: 7 Assists: 0 Ground Balls: 0 Draw Controls: 0 Free Position Goals: 0SportsRecruits+6Hudl+6Hudl+6SportsRecruits+4Three Rivers Library+4LaxNumbers+4Heartland Conference+4Hudl+4College Sports Communicators+4 Old Tappan's victory underscores their strong start to the season, while Mount St. Dominic continues to seek their first win. The Golden Knights' balanced attack and solid defense were key factors in their decisive win.

Balanced Effort Lifts Old Tappan Over Pequannock

Apr 13, 2025

The Old Tappan Golden Knights softball team secured a 5–1 victory over the Pequannock Golden Panthers, propelled by a standout performance from pitcher Erin Huelster. Huelster delivered a complete game, allowing just five hits and one earned run over seven innings, while striking out eight batters and issuing only one walk. Her efforts were instrumental in keeping Pequannock's offense in check throughout the game. Offensively, Old Tappan was led by Mia Ferraro, who went 2-for-4 with two RBIs. Riley Smith contributed with two hits and an RBI, while Amelia Plescia scored two runs and added a hit. The team tallied eight hits in total, capitalizing on scoring opportunities in the first and seventh innings.Pequannock managed to score a single run in the bottom of the seventh. Savannah Liccardo recorded a hit, and Sofia Erichsen drove in the team's lone RBI. Despite the loss, pitcher Savannah Liccardo threw six innings, allowing five hits and four runs (three earned), with three walks and no strikeouts. This win improved Old Tappan's record to 6-0 overall and 4–0 in the Big North – National division.

Girls Lacrosse: Player of the Week Annabelle Lee of Old Tappan

Apr 10, 2025

Photo Credit thelancenews.comGirls Lacrosse:Player of the Week in Independence Red DivisionLee’s name was a constant in the Old Tappan scorebook this week. In two games she wound up scoring nine goals and added eight draw controls. She put in four goals and had a career-high six draw controls in a 10-6 win over Westwood last Thursday. On Monday she outdid herself with five goals as the Golden Knights defeated Pompton Lakes 15-3.

Boys Tennis: OT sweeps singles

Apr 09, 2025

Photo Credit Ed Murray For Nj Advanced Media The Old Tappan boys tennis team edged out Pascack Valley with a 3–2 victory in a tightly contested match.Match RecapSingles Matches:1st Singles: Kiran Gurunathan (Old Tappan) defeated Suren Makichyan (Pascack Valley) in straight sets, 6–1, 6–4.2nd Singles: Sammi Gurunathan (Old Tappan) secured a win over Evan Hwang (Pascack Valley), 6–3, 6–0.3rd Singles: In a thrilling three-set match, William Kwon (Old Tappan) overcame Mason Herzog (Pascack Valley) with a final score of 4–6, 6–4, 7–6 (10–3).Doubles Matches:1st Doubles: Robbie Wasserman and Evan Starr (Pascack Valley) defeated Christopher Kim and Andonis Vazacopoulos (Old Tappan), 6–4, 6–4.2nd Doubles: Nathan Faber and Nick Tabano (Pascack Valley) won against Ian Oak and Anay Nadgauda (Old Tappan) with scores of 7–6 (8–6), 6–0.