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Written by Local Media NJ Staff on January 3, 2026. Posted in Cover Feature, Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Westfield High School’s girls hockey team opened the 2025 season with a 10–3 win over Cranford on Dec. 5. Westfield jumped out early and maintained control throughout the game, using balanced scoring and sustained offensive pressure. Senior Lauren Delaney (#7) led the Blue Devils with four goals and two assists, while senior Hannah Gold (#48) added two goals and one assist. Westfield’s offense capitalized on multiple scoring opportunities, while the defense limited Cranford’s chances as the game progressed. Photography Provided by Varsity Vantage

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Written by Local Media NJ Staff on December 2, 2025. Posted in Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Undefeated Westfield girls soccer secured its second straight Union County Tournament title with a 2–0 win over Cranford, scoring twice in the first half and controlling the game on both ends of the field. The Blue Devils relied on disciplined defense, steady goalkeeping and an aggressive, team-oriented attack that emphasized playing for each other—especially injured teammates who couldn’t take the field. Head coach Alex Schmidt credited the win to preparation and execution, noting the team had studied Cranford and stuck to its game plan. Photography Provided by Varsity Vantage

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Written by Local Media NJ Staff on November 9, 2025. Posted in Cover Feature, Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Photograhy Provided by Vantage Varsity. Westfield recently picked up a thrilling 1-0 double-overtime victory over Scotch Plains-Fanwood in Scotch Plains. Riley Carr delivered the game-winning goal in extra time, lifting the Blue Devils to the dramatic win. Scotch Plains-Fanwood goalkeeper Brooke Ferguson finished with 11 saves, marking her third game this season with double-digit stops.

AS OUR LOCAL TEAMS BEGIN THEIR FALL SEASONS FOR 2025, LET’S TAKE A QUICK LOOK AT LAST YEAR’S ACTION

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on September 5, 2025. Posted in Cover Feature, Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

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Orthopedic doctors answer your most common questions

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on September 5, 2025. Posted in Local Sports, SUMMIT+CHATHAM LOCAL, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Chronic pain affects millions of people worldwide. With so many successful pain relief options for joint and back pain, why do people live for months, even years, in nagging discomfort? Atlantic Health System orthopedists share some of the most common questions they hear from their patients. If these concerns are keeping you from seeking orthopedic care, talking with an orthopedic expert is a great place to start. You just may realize there’s a solution for you, and no need to live in chronic pain. Here’s how to get back to the activities you enjoy. Jason Smith, MD Physiatrist, Pain Management...

Cranford Baseball 10U Storms Matawan on Way to LLWS

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on August 3, 2025. Posted in Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

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Westfield Wins Union County Title

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on June 6, 2025. Posted in Cover Feature, Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Photography Provided by Varsity Vantage In a dramatic conclusion to the 2025 Union County Tournament, the Westfield High School boys lacrosse team ended Summit High School’s six-year championship streak with a 6-5 victory on May 10 at Arthur L. Johnson High School. Trailing 3-1 at halftime, Westfield mounted a comeback, scoring four unanswered goals in the third quarter to take the lead. Junior long-stick midfielder Ben Seward played a pivotal role, netting two transition goals that energized the Blue Devils. Senior goalie Corey Gilford was instrumental in the win, recording 19 saves,...

Coach Scores 100th Victory!

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 4, 2025. Posted in Cover Feature, Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

Photography Provided by Varsity Vantage On February 1, 2025, Westfield High School’s head boys basketball coach, Jim McKeon, achieved a significant milestone by securing his 100th career victory with a 51-47 win over Linden. Reflecting on the achievement, Coach McKeon remarked, “It’s really nice to see everyone cheering and supporting me, but it’s just another game. I want more than 100 wins; I want the kids to be remembered forever in the banner, and that’s the goal for everything.” This victory underscores the team’s resilience and the effective leadership of Coach...

Cranford Track and Field State Sectionals 2/8

Written by Local Media NJ Staff on March 4, 2025. Posted in Local Sports, WESTFIELD LOCAL. Leave a Comment

This Week’s Athlete of the Week Congratulations to this week’s athletes of the week, Dominick Lotito & Mia Luna. Dominick, a junior on the varsity swim team, has been a strong competitor for the boys’ team this season. This past weekend at the Union County Championships he set a new school record in the 100-yard backstroke. Mia, a senior captain on the varsity bowling team, placed third overall in Union County in the girls individual tournament this past week, bowling a high game of 170 and high series of 543.