Where have I been?

Good question. For starters, sorry about the advertisement Blogs. They are easy money and during this down time between sports, I was hoping to get a few in. They pay the bills and keep me from getting paid sponsors. I am not ready to do that yet. Eventually, sponsorships will be a must, but before I go searching for them, I want to be able to present an outstanding product. You will still see these advertisements in the Blog, view them as you wish.

So, I missed going to Tom’s River to see Chatham almost knock off undefeated Seton Hall Prep. These young men have everything to be proud of and not let that set back blemish their remarkable season. Harvey Cohen, the A.D. at Chatham has already busted my chops about not taking “the long ride” … you were right Harvey!

The site, now can be found at www.MCHSS.net is under construction. Winter is still there, but you'll see a change soon. The spring design is being created and should be ready to go by April 1. You'll find some really cool stuff on it.

I am in the process of hiring two assistant writers. One columnist is already secured. He should be able to cover two games a week for me. Once I get a second columnist, that will free up much of time to expand the site, cover more sports and give you an awesome perspective on Morris County Sports!

Some of you may be here because you want to hear what I have to say about the recent Steroids arrests. I really can’t say much. As an employee with the Hanover Park district, I must defer all questions to the administration and acting-superintendent.

I do know that I have 100% respect for the Hanover Park Football Family, their coaches and especially the kids. I have the utmost respect for Coach Gregory and the kids that work hard for him everyday. I teach these kids and have to look them in the eye, everyday - I will ALWAYS be proud of the kids I teach and the kids I coached.

Many people have jumped on the bandwagon and made this a “Hanover Park” thing. They can have their opinions. I just ask that you think twice about what you are saying and make sure you know the facts before accusing the entire team of any wrong doing. The papers have already reported misinformation. One writer has named Mr. Jim Neidhardt as the superintendent of Hanover Park. Jim Neidhardt is the Board President, representing Hanover Township. One administrator has told me that he has been grossly misquoted by a reporter. Papers also stated that volunteers do not follow the same hiring process and just get the job. This is not true. There are many more reports on non-facts that the paper will not be held accountable for. But the scar is now on the school district. We'll get through this. What about the other 13 people? Why is all the focus on HP?

People can say what they want, but there is one thing that I will say – I have been proud of the Hanover Park District from the 1st day I began working there and still do today! I am very proud of the administration and local police for doing their best to keep our school clean and our kids safe.

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GROUP 2 CHAMPIONS!

Chatham comes from behind to win it all! The Cougars move on to the Tournament of Champions! The Cougars outscore the Bulldogs 31-12 over the final 2 quarters. Billy Oliver, ended up with 9 points, but more importantly had 3 huge blocks in the final minutes and 30 seconds!

Story, photos and stats -- Click here!

Game log on the blog below.

From the RAC

You will not get live play-by-play, but I will do what I can:

Haddonfield has a four guard offense that is just non-stop. The South Jersey team has built a 18-7 lead while running and gunning. Chatham is ice cold. The Cougars are 3-12 from the field in and 0-5 from behind the arc.

Haddonfield leads 20-9 with 5:45 left in the 1st half. The non-stop action Bulldogs (in black) now lead 30-17 at the half.

But, you should be watching live at: http://www.njo.com/
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Chatham is 5-20 from the field and 0-7 from behind the arc. The Cougars have the ability to get back in this game and need to keep harassing the Bulldogs and make their shots. Keith Hurley (4-7; 6-6; 0-1 - has 14 points) and #42 Mike Steinbeger (4-6; 2-4; 2-4 for 12) lead the Bulldogs. Conroy has 6 for Chatham.
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Conroy is a machine in the third; He's got 7 points just 2 minutes into the third and has single handily cut the lead to 10; Haddonfield is is in foul trouble and looks sluggish. Chatham is still 0-9 from behind the arc.

We need Oliver to become a presence inside. He is 0-5 from 3-point land and we need him in the paint.

#2 Kovonuk has hit a 3! A HF answer makes it 37-29 and we're in a time out with 3:18 left in the third;

Conroy hits a two to cut it to 6 (37-31), but Steinberger answer with a clutch 3; Conroy then answers with another 2 --> It's 40-33 with 1:28 left

CONROY is on fire! He hits a long 2 and cuts it to 3 with 0:54 left in the 3rd! The moneyman has 14 points and the place is going nuts! The T.O. by Haddonfield does nothing to quiet the Chatham stronghold!

===== End of 3 and it 40-37 Chatham; The Cougars outscore the bulldogs 20-10 in the third and we're all loving it!

Oliver hits two free throws to give Chatham the lead! 43-42! The place is going crazy!!

The entire place is rooting for Chatham, it's like a Chatham home game now!

Oliver is fouled on the next posession and converts the thre point play (46-42 Chtham)

Kovonuk is wide open in the paint for two; Oliver gets a block down the other end; AND ANOTHER Block on an easy lay up by Oliver! WOW!!!

48-42 (2:30 left)

Haddonfield has gone ice cold; They are launching desperation 3's fo no reason.

Haddonfield has scored 2 points in the quarter. Chatham leads 48-42 with 0:57 left. Reed misses both free throws and a lane violations gives it to Chatham.

Chatham wins! 48-42 -- Comeback of the year in Morris County!!!