It was a packed few days for East Brunswick High School athletics, and the Bears delivered across multiple sports with big wins, strong performances, and tough battles. From field hockey dominance to a commanding boys soccer victory today, here’s how the week unfolded.
Field Hockey Stays Hot
The Bears had a strong showing on the turf, beginning with a 5–0 shutout over Monroe on Sept. 25. Julia Rose scored twice in the opening quarter, with assists from Alexa DeRado and Arianna DeMaio, while Rachel Gerould powered in three more to finish with a hat trick. East Brunswick controlled play with 20 shots and 12 corners while holding Monroe to just three chances.
Two days later, EB kept the momentum going with a 3–0 win over Old Bridge on Sept. 27. Carissa Kovarcik got the opener before DeRado and Gerould connected for a goal each. Goalie Ella Balsamo came up clutch with eight saves, sealing a rivalry shutout.
Gymnastics Finds Its Balance
East Brunswick gymnastics picked up its first win of the season, edging Piscataway 94.525–91.100 on Sept. 25. Consistency was the difference: Ellah Levi scored 7.575 on bars and 8.3 on beam, Isabella Wasserman posted an 8.7 on floor, and Alexandra Cooperman topped vault with 8.55.
Volleyball Runs Into Undefeated Knights
The Bears faced undefeated Old Bridge on Sept. 25 and fell in straight sets, 25–12, 25–14. Old Bridge’s Ashley Markle led with nine kills, while setter Maya Lupinski dished out 20 assists. EB battled but couldn’t match the Knights’ firepower.
Girls Soccer Rolls to Two Wins
Girls soccer started the week with a 4–0 shutout of Colonia on Sept. 25. Madeline Docherty, Valeria Fernandes, and Jacqueline Goldovsky all scored before halftime, with Samantha Baker finishing things off in the second half. Goalkeeper Caylin Docherty turned aside six shots for the clean sheet.
On Sept. 27, the offense exploded in a 9–3 win over Woodbridge at Metuchen HS. Goldovsky led the way with four goals and an assist, while Alani Hamm, Hannah Cheraibi, Zoey Aleixo, Valeria Fernandes, and Erika Riggio added scores. The Bears fired 25 shots in a convincing victory.
Football Struggles Against Old Bridge
Facing a tough Knights squad on Sept. 26, East Brunswick fell 48–0. Old Bridge built a 24-point lead in the first quarter behind quarterback Brody Nugent’s two rushing touchdowns and never looked back. EB fought hard but couldn’t slow down a deep and balanced rushing attack.
Boys Soccer Caps Week With Statement Win
Closing out the week in style, East Brunswick boys soccer took down rival South River 4–1 today (Sept. 27). The Bears played with energy from start to finish, dominating possession and spreading the scoring around. B. Lyons, A. Lima, G. Sousa, and S. Vargas each found the net, showing off EB’s depth in attack.
The defensive line held firm, the midfield pushed the pace, and the Bears sent a message with a complete performance.
When the Rams came charging, the Bears answered with claws out. 🐻⚽
