Category Archives: Sports
Richard’s River Run 5K Held At Cooper River Park On April 28
The 13th Annual Richard’s River Run 5K will be held on Sunday, April 28, at the certified course at Cooper River Park on North Park Drive, Pennsauken.
Participants can register to walk or run on site for $30. Registrants receive a run shirt while supplies last. Students can register for $15 and can pay an additional $10 for an event shirt.
Pennsauken’s Gallagher Named To Camden Catholic’s Athletic Hall Of Fame
Pennsauken native Katie Gallagher, an All-South Jersey three sport standout, All-American and NCAA lacrosse National Champion, will be inducted into Camden Catholic’s Green and White Hall of Fame for Athletics on Saturday, April 13.
Free Sports Physicals Held On August 6
By Eric Mossop, Athletic Director, Pennsauken High School
Students attending Phifer Middle School and Pennsauken High School who plan on participating in sports during the school year are required to have an annual physical. The Pennsauken School District will be offering free physicals to these students on Monday, Aug. 6, from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m., at the nurse’s office at Pennsauken High School, 800 Hylton Rd.
Even if you don’t know if you will participate in a sport, we recommend getting one so you don’t have to worry if you make a last minute decision to go out for a team.
Forms that need to completed prior to these physicals are available at Pennsauken High School’s athletic office or can be downloaded at Pennsauken.net. It is highly recommended that people show up early to ensure that all parent sections of the paperwork are filled out correctly.
South Jersey’s Premier Dragon Boat Competition Returns to Cooper River
North America’s fastest growing athletic event is returning to South Jersey on July 28.
The third annual Cooper River Dragon Boat Festival will feature 200 meter races along Cooper River from 8:30 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. for novice or intermediate community teams (mixed and women’s), and competitive sport teams (mixed & women’s) seeking Eastern Regional Dragon Boat Association points.
Volunteers Needed For USRowing Club Nationals At Cooper River Park
Photo credit: Camden County
The Camden County Freeholder Board is proud to host the 2018 USRowing Club Nationals from July 11 to 15 at Cooper River Park. Volunteers are needed each day from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
“We are looking for Camden County residents, Boathouse members, visitors and rowing enthusiasts to help fill various volunteer positions,” said Freeholder Jeff Nash, liaison to the Camden County Parks Department. “We also invite you to come out to watch and support a great regatta.”
Volunteers can register at: www.signupgenius.com/go/9040445afaa28aa8-usrowing
The Cooper River’s Olympic-distance, 2,000-meter straightaway is widely known as one of the best rowing venues in the nation, home to numerous world-class regattas and the Cooper River Boathouse. Spanning more than 346-acres through Collingswood, Haddon Township, Pennsauken and Cherry Hill, Cooper River Park has been Camden County’s gathering spot since it was created by the Works Progress Administration in 1936.
Camden County is proud that the Cooper River has emerged as a premier destination for competitive rowing, adding to the diverse family-friendly attractions in our region. Cooper River Park was named a Great Place in New Jersey by the American Planning Association-New Jersey Chapter and continues to be one of the best greenspaces of the Delaware Valley.
Pennsauken High School Seniors Sign National Letters Of Intent
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
Prior to last month’s graduation, several Pennsauken High School seniors made commitments to further their academic and athletic careers in college.
Stotesbury Cup Regatta Comes To Cooper River
This weekend, Camden County’s Cooper River will host the Stotesbury Cup Regatta, the world’s largest high school rowing event. Due to the region’s recent storms and rainy weather, officials are moving the regatta from its usual location, the Schuylkill River, out of concern for participant safety.
Big Three Basketball Tourney Held On March 9
The Pennsauken School District is hosting its first-ever Big 3 Basketball Tournament on Friday, March 9. Held from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the main gym at Pennsauken High School, 800 Hylton Rd., come out and see your favorite teachers and staff square off in an entertaining three-on-three basketball tournament.
For more information, visit the School District’s website, pennsauken.net.
New Jersey Rams Advance To Next Playoff Round
By Frank Sinatra, AAP Editor
With their win against the Cecil County Chaos last Saturday, Pennsauken’s New Jersey Rams have advanced to the next round of the playoffs.
“Our chances of winning the playoffs are pretty high,” says Charles Hook, coach of the Rams. ”
The inaugural year for the Rams, the team went 5-1 in the regular season, securing home field advantage for the playoffs. And the players like their chances.
“I think we’re going to win it all,” says Jacob Parreles, a newly minted Pennsauken resident who plays defensive back.
Many of the players are competing in a semi-pro league for the first time. Parreles had never played organized sports in high school but has a love for the game. Rasheem Lambert, who plays on the offensive and defensive line for the Rams, used to play for Winslow Township in high school and is using this opportunity as a fun way to keep in shape. There are a variety of reasons why the players joined the team, but there’s a bigger reason why they’ve stayed and have a real chance of winning the championship: the Rams have become something more.
“We’re all like family,” explains Lambert. “It brings us together.”
“I joined the team later in the season and everyone took me in like family,” says Dashon “Ju Ju” Burdett, running back. “All of our players have come together.
“It definitely has a family vibe,” adds Darnell Moore, Jr., a defensive end who played for Pennsauken High School and was on the championship Clayton Eagles, the semi-pro team that went undefeated last season. “Everyone has each other’s back. We take care of each other.”
The Rams are appreciative of the support they’ve received from Pennsauken residents. They hope to continue to be of the community and give back. Players and coaches are planning to participate in this year’s holiday parade, walking down Westfield Ave. in their jerseys – and hopefully with a championship trophy.
Players arrive at “Mountain Top Field,” the old P.Y.A.A. football field off of Elm Ave., today, Saturday, Oct. 28, at 4:30 p.m. Announcements begin at 5:30 p.m. and kick off is at 6:00 p.m. Tickets are $5 for adults, $2 for children 12 and under.
