Today in Sports: Winter Sports 2023-2024

Today in Sports: Winter Sports 2023-2024

Winter Sports Preview!

Winter Sports are in full swing after temperatures finally give way to some snow and snow making!

BASKETBALL (BOYS) – The team had an amazing season! They have a 22-6 and 10-0 in Big North – Independence. Unfortunately, they lost 53-51 to Northern Highlands in the  Semifinal Round, for the NJSIAA Tournament, North Jersey, Section 1, Group 3.  Notable wins include winning the first and quarterfinal rounds in the NJSIAA tournament. They also won against PCTI and Eastside in the Passaic County Tournament. There was also a close game against cross town rivals Wayne Valley 49-46 

BASKETBALL (GIRLS) – The girls ended with  a record of 11-12 and 7-3 in Big North – Independence. They secured a win against Lakeland in the Passaic County Tournament, Quarterfinal Round but they lost in the semifinal round to Eastside. 

BOWLING (BOYS) – The boys bowling team ended their season with a 10-4 • 5-3 in Big North – Independence. They had big wins against against both Northern Highlands and West Milford. Breakout bowling star, Ahmet Demirors, managed to bowl a perfect game in their opening season scrimmage. 

BOWLING (GIRLS) – The team was unable to secure a win in the NJSIAA tournament against cross town rivals, Wayne Hills. They are definitely in a rebuilding year with only a few seniors on the team. 

FENCING (BOYS) – The boys team had some hard losses against Bergen Tech and Pompton Lakes. Their most recent win was against West Milford.

FENCING (GIRLS) – The girls have a 3-3 record with their must recent wins against Pompton Lakes and Teaneck. 

ICE HOCKEY – The Wayne Knights have managed a 8-15-2 record. They are currently placed 2-4 in Big North – Stars. They lost against Fair Lawn in the Big North Silver Cup, Semifinal Round. They won the first round in the NJSIAA Sectional Tournament but lost against Tenafly in the quarterfinal round.

INDOOR TRACK – The team ran at the Armory on Saturday where the girls relay team set new records for the sprint medley and the four by two. The boys recently placed second in the conference. They also participated in the Paul Schwartz Invitational at Rockland Community College, The High Jump / Shot Put Meet #1, and the Coach Glynn Holiday Carnival. They have a conference championship on Monday.  

SKIING – The ski team had a slow start due to weather. Within the boys team, Justin Levy and Andrew Gurda had explosive seasons. Incoming freshman, Colin Krawczak, lived up to his hype. He is currently ranked number one in boys skiers under 16 in his club league. The girls team had a fantastic season ranking sixth overall. They made states and placed 5th for Giant Slalom and then sixth for Slalom. Sophomore Chloe Krawczak and Senior Gabby Batelli both qualified for Race of Champions!

SWIMMING (BOYS) – The boys ended their season with at 8-3 and 3-1 in Big North. They won against Randolph in the NJSIAA Tournament, First Round, North 1, Group B
W 95-75 but lost against Morris Hills in the NJSIAA Tournament, Quarterfinal Round, North 1, Group B.

SWIMMING (GIRLS) – The girls had a recent win against Lakeland but could not overthrow Wayne Hills or Old Tappan. They also won by over 100 points against both Passaic and Hackensack. 

WRESTLING – The Wayne Valley wrestling team lost their final match against South Jersey Delsea on Friday (1/9) 56-8. Leaving their overall record on the season 15-9 with an end to the team season. However, boys individuals start this Saturday (1/17). Good luck to all boys wrestling

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