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Here at Denville Medical, our commitment is to you and your health. We are committed to improving your quality of life by effective treatment and therapy, catered specifically to your needs. Unlike some of our competition, we take a team approach to your treatment plan working together as a unit to provide the best possible care for our patients.
It's easy to start your healing journey at Denville Medical. It all starts when you contact our office to make an appointment. From there, we set you on a course to recovery through a three-step process:
Meet the Doctor: During your initial doctor consultation, we will talk at length about what challenges you're currently facing. From there, we will speak about your goals and what you want to accomplish together. The first conversation with your doctor is crucial and lays the groundwork for a life-changing experience at Denville Medical.
Craft a Customized Treatment Plan for Your Recovery: Some medical and rehabilitation centers in New Jersey apply the same treatments to all patients, regardless of their needs and goals. At Denville Medical, we don't subscribe to the "one size fits all" model. Instead, we rely on our seasoned team of doctors and physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists and specialists to find the right solution to your unique situation.
Start Feeling the Relief: Our hard work and commitment to recovery will pay off through our personalized work together. With the help of our skilled doctors and chiropractors, you can finally start living the life you want to live - all on your own terms.
At Denville Medical & Sports Rehabilitation Center, we are proud to provide holistic and wellness care that changes lives. Whether your body needs Chiropractor, physical therapy, acupuncture, or needs to see a specialist, we can help.
Here are just a few of the customized therapy services we offer to help our patients live with passion and confidence:
At Denville Medical, your licensed physical therapist's goal is to maximize your body's structure and increase its overall function for long-term health. To accomplish this, our physical therapists combine traditional and innovative techniques focused on increasing muscle strength and improving the body's range of motion. Our goal is to discover the root cause of your pain or mobility problems. That way, we can address the true reason why you need physical therapy, and work towards achieving long-lasting relief.
Of course, we understand that every patient is different. Your doctor can provide expert care in an encouraging environment by creating a customized treatment plan for you using modern, evidence-based research.
Chiropractor is a common service offered at Denville Medical, often combined with our physical therapy, sports medicine, and acupuncture treatments. When delivering a whole wellness and body approach, chiropractic treatments generally focus on the musculoskeletal and nervous systems. Our chiropractor's primary focus is to aid in adjusting your body's proper structure by improving nerve function and removing imbalances.
Our goal is to work together as a team to get you maximum medical improvement. To determine which chiropractic techniques and treatments are suitable for you, our chiropractors will conduct an initial evaluation to dig deep into your medical history, previous treatments, diagnostic tests, and current conditions. During your first consultation, be sure to ask any questions you may have. Once we agree on your customized chiropractic program, we will begin treatment as soon as possible.
Our patients typically feel relief during their initial visit. Although a reduction in pain is not an indication that the condition is gone, relief is the first step. As the chiropractor adjusts and manipulates your spine and joints, many feel a sense of relief as circulation is restored. A number of our patients admit to experiencing an increased range of motion after their first visit and increased function as they continue their care.
A single migraine can ruin your entire day. Migraines stem from irregular muscle contractions in the neck and head area. Anything from loud music to a bright computer screen can trigger these painful headaches. Fortunately, your chiropractor may be able to help provide an escape from the pain without surgery or drugs. Migraine symptoms include:
After speaking with your Doctor of Chiropractic, he or she may recommend treatments like trigger point therapy, which is a neuromuscular massage. Trigger point therapy boosts blood flow and releases pressure from compressed nerves in your body.
Whether you work in an office 40 hours a week or have to lift heavy items in a warehouse, neck pain is common across all people and professions. Neck pain is debilitating and can be caused by a range of issues like poor posture, work injuries, and harmful sleeping positions. These issues often strain your neck muscles. If you notice any of these symptoms, it could be time to consult with a chiropractor:
Chiropractor helps by relieving nerve and disc pressure. These nerves and discs are located between your vertebrae. After identifying the underlying cause of your pain, your chiropractor may use a combination of treatments to provide relief.
Have you been suffering from sharp pain that shoots down your back to your lower legs? If so, you might have sciatica. Your sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in your body. Sciatic pain begins when your sciatic nerve is pinched or trapped, or you have underlying conditions like spinal stenosis or a herniated disc. Symptoms of Sciatica often include:
Proper Chiropractor can relieve your pain in a gentle, natural way. Since your pain is unique, your treatment plan should be too. Therapies include ultrasounds to reduce swelling, cold therapies to minimize inflammation, and adjustments to restore your vertebrae's alignment.
Joint pain from conditions like Arthritis can strip the joy out of simple activities that we enjoy every day. Fortunately, if you're looking for a non-invasive way to ease joint pain, your chiropractor may be able to help. Great Chiropractor will maximize the functionality of your joints with techniques like ultrasounds, cold laser therapies, and joint manipulation. Usually caused by various forms of Arthritis, age, and injuries, symptoms of joint pain include:
If joint pain affects your daily life, contact a licensed chiropractor to begin treatment ASAP. Your chiropractor will develop a customized plan around your pain to address the root cause of your discomfort.
Our hips serve many functions, from bearing weight to running. Since they're engaged in just about every way we move, hip problems can have serious consequences. Like neck pain, hip pain is very common – so much so that more than 58% of Americans are living with it, according to the CDC. Hip problems are usually caused by injuries or osteoarthritis, though normal wear and tear over time is also a contributing factor. If you notice any of these symptoms, an appointment with a chiropractor may be in order:
Since any joint in the body can be misaligned, like your hip joint, working with a chiropractor could be best for long-term relief. Any joint in the body can be out of alignment, including the hip joint, and it can cause severe pain, discomfort, and limited range of motion. Treatments in your personalized plan may include chiropractic adjustments, stretching, and exercise therapy.
Your spine comprises a litany of moving parts that must work together for healthy mobility. Spinal discs are just one of these parts, which act as cushions between your vertebrae. When you have a herniated disc, the bones in your spine grind against each other, causing intense pain. Also called a slipped disc, this back problem is very common and can be caused by wear and tear with age or traumatic events like car accidents. Keep an eye out for the following symptoms of a herniated disc:
After your chiropractor evaluates your spine for overall functionality, they will develop a personalized treatment plan for ongoing care. Common treatments for herniated discs include spinal manipulation techniques like flexion-distraction and therapeutic exercises.
At Denville Medical, we aim to serve you with long-lasting quality of life through personalized chiropractic treatments in New Jersey. The path to a pain-free life begins with a customized treatment plan tailored to your body and needs. We start with your first evaluation, where our experts dig deep into your medical history, current condition, your overall health goals and perform diagnostic tests. From there, we'll create your plan and help you hit your milestones every step of the way until your quality of life is improved.
If you're sick and tired of living with painful limitations, we're here to help you break free. No surgery. No addictive medicine. Only comprehensive Chiropractor, crafted with health and happiness in mind.
Answer : While some chiropractors rely on outdated techniques to treat patients, our team uses a combination of tried-and-true methods and modern strategies, including:
Answer : During your first visit with our physical therapist, we will complete a series of tests and screenings to establish a baseline for your care. You can expect to complete stability screenings, strength tests, and computerized range of motion tests. These tests ensure your doctor understands how your muscles are functioning. Once complete, your therapist will create a custom treatment plan for your physical therapy, so we can move forward with your care. During your time at Denville Medical, you should expect adjustments to your treatment plan as you make progress.
Answer : We get this question a lot, and we can certainly understand why. Unfortunately, we cannot provide you with an exact answer because every patient has different needs relating to their injuries and issues. Your level of stability and functionality depends on your condition, your goals, and your motivation to heal. For acute pain, patients typically experience relief in 2-3 weeks. Patients with forms of chronic pain usually feel optimal results after their first full course of therapy (4-6 weeks). Since our goal is to achieve maximum medical improvement, our doctors continuously monitor your progress and adjust treatment accordingly.
If we could offer you one piece of advice, it would be not to settle for mediocre medical treatment and therapeutic options. If you're looking for a team of doctors and therapists who work together and take an interdisciplinary approach to healing, Denville Medical & Sports Rehabilitation is here for you. Contact our office today to learn more about how we can help you achieve your chiropractic goals and live your life, pain-free.
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What’s better than earning a match-winning pin for your team?How about getting paid a little cash because of that fall.That’s exactly what North Hunterdon junior Brian Wilson did Wednesday night.Wilson was awarded the Dan Hutchins Memorial Award, which comes with a $250 payment upon Wilson’s graduation, after his pin at 157 pounds sealed the Lions...
What’s better than earning a match-winning pin for your team?
How about getting paid a little cash because of that fall.
That’s exactly what North Hunterdon junior Brian Wilson did Wednesday night.
Wilson was awarded the Dan Hutchins Memorial Award, which comes with a $250 payment upon Wilson’s graduation, after his pin at 157 pounds sealed the Lions’ 35-33 win over Delaware Valley at Del Val’s Hutch Gym.
“That felt amazing. I don’t really remember much because the adrenaline was just pumping, but it was amazing. The feeling of getting up, saving your team… I came through, it was a team effort. Some guys stayed out of bonus and that really helped it, put a lot less pressure on me. It was a good team effort all around,” Wilson said.
Heading into the penultimate bout of the evening, North Hunterdon (7-2) held on to a 29-27 lead with senior standout Garrett Tettemer waiting in the wings for the Terriers (8-2) at 165.
“That was big, he’s pretty good on top,” North Hunterdon coach Chris Hrunka said of Wilson’s win. “We knew we needed a tech, that didn’t look like it was possible, or a pin. Believed in him there and he found a way.”
Wilson gave up the first takedown of the match and trailed 2-0 heading into the second period, which Schneider chose to start in the bottom position.
Over the first minute of the second, Wilson imposed himself with a strong ride but didn’t appear to be in a rush to earn points from top position until, in a flash, the junior turned Schneider and locked up the fall in 3:19.
“It did just come out of nowhere. It’s what we practice, it’s what we drill, catching guys like that. Our coaches go over it all the time, we drill it to perfection. It’s all feel. I felt it, I hit it and came out with the win,” Wilson said.
When asked about the monetary bonus that came with the pin, Wilson beamed with pride while holding the Dan Hutchins Memorial Award trophy.
“Which is very generous, I’m very excited for that,” Wilson said.
North Hunterdon forfeited to Tettemer to close out the match.
Both teams earned tech falls in the two matches prior to Wilson’s win. Delaware Valley sophomore Jackson Bush scored four takedowns and six near fall points in a 17-2 win over fellow sophomore Josh Joubert.
North Hunterdon senior Daniel Delusant piled up three takedowns, six back points and forced four stall calls on sophomore Luke Sinkiewicz in a 17-1 victory at 144.
Delusant captured the Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex championship at 150 with a 3-1 decision over Delaware Valley senior Chris Colasurdo on Saturday. Colasurdo did not weigh in Wednesday night and Delaware Valley coach Andy Fitz declined to comment on the senior’s absence.
“The kids battled hard. There were a lot of bonus point wins tonight. Every kid who took the mat did what they could. We always talk about winning big and losing small, we just gave up too much bonus. You can’t give up that many points, we just didn’t have it tonight,” the longtime coach of the Terriers said.
The Lions earned bonus points in five of their seven wins.
“It’s a big one, you always want to beat the local team. Del Val’s got a really strong program, they’ve got a hell of a team… With everyone back, Tettemer in their lineup, they’re going to be a hard team to beat,” Hrunka said.
“You could wrestle this dual three times and get three different results.”
Seniors Alex Uryniak and Brendan Riley, the H/W/S champions at 190 and 215, respectively, earned back-to-back falls early in the match and freshman Reid Buzby pinned Tye Falkenstein in 57 seconds at 113 in just his fourth bout of the season.
“We’ve used (Buzby) a couple times now, in big matches like this and he’s stepped up every time. He’s one of those kids where, he’s a gamer, you put him out there and he’s going to step up in this environment,” Hrunka said.
Buzby’s appearance at 113 allowed two-time state place winner Logan Wadle to bump up to 120, where the senior worked a hard-earned 8-3 decision over Del Val junior Jake Taylor.
“He’s a very tough kid, finished second at Hunterdon/Warren/Sussex,” Fitz said of Taylor. “Wadle is working his way down to 106 I guess, he’s giving up a lot of weight. We know how good Jake is, we weren’t surprised by that at all. Taylor’s a very good wrestler.”
The Lions also got a decision at heavyweight from senior Louis White, who rode out junior Kyle Cooke in the second before earning a quick escape and takedown at the buzzer in the third period of a 3-0 win.
North Hunterdon will compete at the Patriot Duals at North Warren this weekend before matchups against Warren Hills Wednesday and at Phillipsburg Friday. The Stateliners are ranked ninth in the state by NJ.com and the Blue Streaks are ranked 13th.
“Doesn’t get any easier. We have a tough schedule and we’re going to keep wrestling tough teams. For our team, these are going to be the duals. They’re all going to be coming down to the last couple of matches, we’re not going to blow a lot of teams out” Hrunka said. “We just gotta get comfortable being uncomfortable.”
Senior Owen Kucharski and junior Matt Roche, who was named Del Val’s Outstanding Wrestler of the match, earned falls for the Terriers at 106 and 132, respectively. Sophomore Jaden Perez secured four takedowns in a 13-2 major of junior Shane Wysocki at 126 while juniors Ben Levy (150) and Kevin Roman (175) both earned decisions for Del Val.
The Terriers will travel to Raritan Thursday night before a quad meet with Hanover Park, Jefferson Township and Ridge on Saturday.
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Each month, The Hoboken Girl and The Giordano Group highlight one town in Northern New Jersey to share some of the best places to eat, drink and socialize. We outline the different commuting options and some fun, family-friendly activities while also giving you insight into the competitive Northern NJ real estate market. This New Jers...
Each month, The Hoboken Girl and The Giordano Group highlight one town in Northern New Jersey to share some of the best places to eat, drink and socialize. We outline the different commuting options and some fun, family-friendly activities while also giving you insight into the competitive Northern NJ real estate market. This New Jersey real estate series will showcase what makes each town cool, unique, and vibrant. So while you may not be looking to move, we all know stalking Zillow houses is the best hobby — and The Giordano Group is here to make it that much easier.
After visiting Bloomfield, we are heading to the town of South Orange also located in Essex County. The town features a mix of history and modern-day living with a quaint, small-city feel.
South Orange has a vibrant community around its train station and consists mainly of houses rather than apartment or condo buildings. The family-friendly and walkable downtown is consistently ranked among the best in the state. And with so many fun things to do, shops to check out, and restaurants to try, you’ll understand why it’s such a great place to live. Read on for your guide to South Orange, NJ.
Darren Giordano and his team of realtors have over a decade of experience in Hudson County and Northern New Jersey, achieving the Platinum Level of Excellence every year since 2016. They closed over $300,000,000 over the last decade.
To learn more about the market value for homes in South Orange — or if you want to find out the current market value of your home in Hudson County, text CMA to 201-723-3300 to get in touch with the Giordano Group, and click here or download the North Jersey Homes app to stay ahead of the market anytime.
South Orange commuters have easy access to trains and buses into New York City.
South Orange residents have access to both The South Orange Train Station and The Mountain Train Station, offering an approximately 25-minute commute to New York City’s Penn Station. These stations ensure that there are multiple speedy and direct routes to Newark and Hoboken where the PATH transfers you to the heart of New York. South Orange also has a Jitney Bus Service which allows residents to travel to various other transit stations with ease.
NJ Transit Bus Routes 92 and 107 pass between South Orange and Irvington, Newark, Newark Liberty Airport, Union City, and New York (to the Port Authority Bus Terminal). Other nearby mass transport options are the Lakeland Bus and the Community Coach that travel straight to NYC or Atlantic City from nearby stops.
South Orange is situated near Routes 24, 124, 280, I-78, the New Jersey Turnpike, and the Garden State Parkway take a mere 5-10 minutes by car, enabling residents to traverse the state with ease.
The restaurant scene can’t be beaten, offering first-rate fare in a range of homey and high-class settings.
South Orange has a diverse mix of restaurants and popular watering holes. Local eateries range in ambiance from local diners to fine dining. We’ve compiled just a sample of some of the varied cuisine options that you’ll find here.
This French BYO bistro will make you feel like you’re in the South of France. Chef Richard Krug specializes in French Mediterranean and Middle Eastern-influenced dishes.
Right in the heart of downtown South Orange, this Team HG fave is known for its welcoming atmosphere and its artisanal cocktails. The Fox + Falcon has a chill atmosphere, TVs to watch the game, and a really fun trivia night. The outdoor heaters and tents bring a welcoming and cozy vibe from the inside to the outside. The outdoor space is a great spot for enjoying the hot soba noodles paired with a signature drink from the bar. Like the hot spiced cider.
Part of the Landmark Hospitality Group just opened this fall. This large space can accommodate corporate gatherings, family parties, and celebrations of any size. The Hall features a Biergarten and an outdoor patio.
South Orange has a vibrant community with seasonal festivals, concerts, and more. They are proud of the unique experiences in the area you can experience. South Orange is known for its impressive independent theater scene populated by a thriving network of artists.
The Baird Community Center is the community’s recreational and arts hub, housing the Pierro Gallery, art classrooms, an indoor theater, multiple tennis courts, a basketball court, and numerous additional amenities.
The campus is beautiful and the Seton Hall Pirates have ended up in the March Madness Basketball Tournament before. The former St.Peter’s coach who helped get Jersey City’s small Jesuit school nationally known – has returned to his alma mater in South Orange. He is sure to keep delivering top-notch basketball with all-star recruits.
Conveniently located right next to the South Orange train station The South Orange Performing Arts Center (SOPAC) has become a cultural centerpiece for the town and the greater region with film festivals, first-rate movies, comedians, concerts, and theatrical performances. The Center features a state-of-the-art, 415-seat theater, and 5-movie screens operated by Clearview Cinema alongside a community space that seats 150 people.
South Orange offers a blend of Americana with an eclectic range of shops, boutiques, and cafes lining the main streets. You’ll find lots of independently owned shops, restaurants, barbershops, and salons in town. The Township of South Orange Village has a large downtown area with brick sidewalks and Victorian gas lamps.
The School District of South Orange is shared with Maplewood and includes The Montrose Early Childhood Center, seven elementary schools (Clinton, Jefferson, Marshall, Seth Boyden, South Mountain, Tuscan Elementary, and South Mountain), The South Orange and Maplewood Middle Schools as well as Columbia High School. All of these schools live up to their reputation for academic excellence and boast a long list of impressive accomplishments. Columbia High School is known as one of the most academically progressive high schools in the state of New Jersey and has been recognized nationally for its academic excellence with a Blue Ribbon award from the US Department of Education.
The South Orange-Maplewood Adult School emphasizes continuing education classes and building community in a diverse range of subjects for adults desiring to enrich their experience and expand their minds. The district also offers a highly praised children’s camp during the warmer months called the South Orange-Maplewood Community Summer Program.
One of the country’s leading Catholic Universities, Seton Hall offers more than 90 majors and is nationally renowned for its business and law programs. You may be familiar with their top-notch basketball program, which has been in the NCAA March Madness Tournament. Coach Shaheen Holloway (who led St. Peter’s to their epic 2022 NCAA Cinderella story) is back at his alma mater and sure to bring in top recruits.
One of the most enviable features of South Orange is its extensive community parks and facilities.
The largest park in South Orange is Meadowland Park which holds the historic Cameron Field. The amenities include nine baseball diamonds and little league pitches, 19 tennis courts, three soccer areas, a duck pond, playgrounds, a sculpture park, and winter sports areas, including a famous sledding hill.
Located near South Orange, this reserve boasts 2,110 acres of land along the Rahway River and nearly 20 miles of walking and hiking trails. The half-mile fairy trail is open year-round beginning at the Locust Grove picnic area and is a doable walk for small children. Along the footpath, habitats of sprites are nestled amongst the trees. Local artists helped create these miniature homes along the Rahway Trail.
The South Orange real estate market is in high demand, just like all Northern NJ Suburban towns. The most popular style of home is colonial. There are currently 11 active homes on the market. In the last 4 months there were 38 homes sold vs. 71 from this same time frame last year. Although the number of sales in South Orange and most suburban towns are lower in the winter months, the average sales price has stayed strong and continues to increase. The average sales price in Q4 of 2022 was $873,647 which is a 13.9% increase vs Q4 in 2021.
If you’re interested in learning more about South Orange or any neighboring towns in Essex County, you can give Darren and The Giordano team a call, shoot them an email at [email protected] or download their app for real-time updates on the market at your fingertips.
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JEFFERSON – What started out as a potential blowout victory became a matter of who would blink last.Jefferson would have no part of a game of bluff. But the Falcons needed a last-ditch effort in a game that featured three lead changes in the fourth quarter, including two in the final 75 seconds.Quarterback Ryan Moran found Travis Osterhout on a 14-yard slant for the game-winning touchdown with eight seconds left to cap a wild fourth quarter in Jefferson’s 43-36 comeback win over Vernon Friday in a Sup...
JEFFERSON – What started out as a potential blowout victory became a matter of who would blink last.
Jefferson would have no part of a game of bluff. But the Falcons needed a last-ditch effort in a game that featured three lead changes in the fourth quarter, including two in the final 75 seconds.
Quarterback Ryan Moran found Travis Osterhout on a 14-yard slant for the game-winning touchdown with eight seconds left to cap a wild fourth quarter in Jefferson’s 43-36 comeback win over Vernon Friday in a Super Football Conference American White showdown.
It was the sixth straight win for the Falcons (2-1) against their Sussex County rivals. Vernon dipped to 1-2.
“I can’t believe it. I knew we would have to do something like this to win. It’s a dream come true. I haven’t felt this way in a while,” said Moran, who was playing in his third game as a starter. “We worked on the game-winning play all week at practice. I knew it was going to be there. I saw two linebackers blitz and I knew he [Osterhout] was going to be there. I just can’t believe he ran it in.”
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The Vikings went up 13-0 in first quarter but Jefferson rallied in the second for a 21-13 lead. The game was tied at 21 by halftime, then the second-half fireworks lit up the evening sky.
Leading 36-35 with 1:15 left, it appeared Vernon was headed to its first victory over Jefferson since 2016. But Moran engineered a five-play, 75-yard drive with Osterhout hauling in a dart and weaving through the Vernon defense for the decisive score.
Vernon had taken a one-point lead when running back Gage Moskovitz scored his third TD and quarterback Derek Lazier connected with Franco Luna for a two-point conversion, his second of the night.
So many twists and turns defined the third quarter.
Jefferson took a 27-21 lead when Moran and wide receiver Jeff Evans hooked up for the second time. Vernon answered back on its next drive, eating up more than seven minutes with Moskovitz barreling over from the 1 with 15 seconds left and a 28-27 edge.
The fourth quarter started out with a bang as the Falcons reclaimed the lead when the Moran-to-Evans combination made good for a third time - this time on a 28-yard post pattern and a two-point conversion for a 35-27 lead.
“We were clicking all night. Everyone made big plays and our line got the job done,” Evans said. “There’s no one like Ryan [Moran]. We’ve been my best friends for years. It’s fun to have my friend as my quarterback.”
With the win, Jefferson remains a game behind Sparta and High Point in the SFC-American White. The Falcons have won two straight after dropping their season opener to High Point on Sept. 2.
Vernon has dropped two straight games since a season-opening win over Morris Hills.
Trailing 36-35 with 1:45 left to play following Vernon's go-ahead touchdown and two-point conversion, Moran hit receiver Jason Eisele for 43 yards on the first play of the final drive.
That put Jefferson in Vikings territory at the 42-yard line, setting up the game-winning touchdown three plays later.
Moran hit on 21 of 34 passes for 342 yards and five touchdowns.
For Vernon, Lazier finished with 140 passing yards and accounted for two touchdowns, including one in the air.
Moskovitz rushed for 172 yards on 34 carries and three touchdowns for Vernon.
“I’m really proud of our performance, but it is what it is. We’re going to come back next week even stronger than what we already are. We just have to bounce back. This loss obviously puts a chip on our shoulder. We’re going to keep working hard and get to the playoffs.” – Moskovitz
“I’m a big 'theme of the week' guy. Grit was last week and being a man was this week. You put those two together and that’s what you get tonight. It’s a great win for us. Vernon came to play. An incredible job by both teams tonight and a great night for high school football.” - Jefferson coach Jerry Venturino.
Jefferson hosts Wallkill Valley on Friday.
Vernon is back on the road at Lenape Valley (1-2) on Friday.
AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" gives Calen Reid goosebumps. That's the song blaring over the loudspeakers every time the Jefferson boys lacrosse team runs onto the field to start warmups.Even though Reid has heard it almost daily for years, the song means something a little different this spring.Calen and his identical twin brother Jamison Reid are freshmen on the Falcons varsity. Jamison, known as J-Mo, is the starting goalie. Calen, aka Chubb, starts at attack.Chubb – the nickname originated bec...
AC/DC's "Thunderstruck" gives Calen Reid goosebumps. That's the song blaring over the loudspeakers every time the Jefferson boys lacrosse team runs onto the field to start warmups.
Even though Reid has heard it almost daily for years, the song means something a little different this spring.
Calen and his identical twin brother Jamison Reid are freshmen on the Falcons varsity. Jamison, known as J-Mo, is the starting goalie. Calen, aka Chubb, starts at attack.
Chubb – the nickname originated because he was born seven pounds and eight ounces, a minute after six pound, three ounce Jamison – has been around the Jefferson High School team for most of his life, so involved that one year the Falcons' plays were all named in his honor: Chubb, Chubby, Chubster, etc.
"It was eight years of built up energy and adrenaline," said Chubb Reid, noting he doesn't really answer to his given name.
"I'm so excited to be able to play. I love it more than anything. I just show the spirit of the team."
Their father, Scott Reid, brought lacrosse to Jefferson 26 years ago. He hadn't played the game when he was in high school there. Reid tried it for the first time when he went back to Montclair State University for a physical education degree, and loved it almost immediately.
He launched a youth team in the township with sixth, seventh and eighth graders. He also started pushing to get lacrosse added to the high school roster, which happened two years later — boys and girls teams.
Reid is Jefferson High School's first boys lacrosse coach, and has led the team since 2009. All five of his kids are involved in the sport.
Payton Reid, the eldest, was a defender starting in fifth or sixth grade. He was first-team NJAC-United as a senior last spring. Junior Finley Reid is a swing goalie, starting on the Jefferson girls junior varsity team and backing up the varsity. Jamison is also a goalie, though Scott Reid said, "He comes out of the cage a lot, and he's the fastest kid on our team." Chubb "plays everything but goalie" according to his coach-dad. Elsie, the youngest at age 8, "runs around like a maniac and loves it."
Initially, Finley and Jamison both had to be coaxed into trying the family sport.
When Jamison was in second grade, coach-dad Scott "definitely made me do it, but it's the best decision I ever made." Finley wasn't happy with her sixth-grade teammates, switched to dance for a year, and returned.
"There was a game where our goalie didn't show up. The coach asked, 'Anybody want to play goalie?'" Finley recalled. "I was the first person to raise my hand. One hundred percent yes, I'll do it. I'd watched my brother play, and I love it. I love trying new stuff."
Finley runs cross country in the fall and is a sprinter for the Falcons' indoor track team. But the rest of the year, it's all about lacrosse. She even helps with the town youth teams, which includes her little sister.
Finley has already decided she wants to play lacrosse in college, and continue to coach.
"It's definitely going to run in the family," she said. "There's no way my kids are going to be softball people, or baseball. That's definitely not happening. It's going to be lacrosse, for sure."
But Scott Reid insisted he doesn't favor his own sons.
Payton came up through the usual system: JV as a freshman, a bench player on varsity as a sophomore, then lost his junior season to COVID before starting as a senior. But Scott Reid, who had coached Jamison and Chubb in Falcons Youth Lacrosse, knew they were going to "play big roles on varsity" as freshmen.
Chubb leads Jefferson's offense with 21 goals and 52 assists – breaking the school record for a freshman against Kinnelon on May 11.
Jamison reached 100 career saves on the same day, allowing an average of 3.8 goals. He set a team record for victories by a freshman goalie with 13 in just 16 games.
The Falcons are undefeated NJAC-Colonial and NJILL Pooley champs, winning both titles for only the second time in school history.
"My dad doesn't even have to show favoritism because of how Chubb and me play on the field," Jamison Reid said. "Growing up with him, he's always pushed us. I think we can take on bigger roles, like playing varsity lacrosse as freshmen."
Kim Reid, mom to the five rambunctious kids, is a steady presence at home – where the three boys share a room, as do the two girls in the family's raised Cape – and at everyone's games.
Both Falcons boys and girls teams share the field at practice. The siblings also try to turn up at each other's games. They even occasionally toss a ball around in the backyard, where there's a net set up for Jamison and Finley.
Though boys and girls lacrosse are very different games, Finley has picked up pointers from Jamison – and withstood more than a few hard shots from Payton and Chubb.
"As a sister, I watch them play and I get tears in my eyes," she said. "They're freshmen. They're varsity. It drives me crazy when people talk about them on the sideline. Yeah, they're only freshmen. Wait until they're seniors. They're going to be insane. They make me so proud and happy."
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JEFFERSON — American Legion Post 245 served for decades as a community meeting place before a devastating fire reduced it to rubble last month.Now, amid the mangled metal and charred artifacts at the site, local business owners and residents are determined to rebuild.For the past week, Andover-based J.J. Rich Demolition & Rec...
JEFFERSON — American Legion Post 245 served for decades as a community meeting place before a devastating fire reduced it to rubble last month.
Now, amid the mangled metal and charred artifacts at the site, local business owners and residents are determined to rebuild.
For the past week, Andover-based J.J. Rich Demolition & Recycling has been leading the cleanup at Post 245 in the Lake Hopatcong section of Jefferson. A group of contractors, township officials and other volunteers combed through the wreckage of the 6,000-square-foot building to expedite the demolition process.
"Invariably, these things will sit for months and months and months," said Rocky Rich, the owner of the demolition company and a veteran himself. "One thing we wanted to do is get it moving as quickly as possible. We didn't want an eyesore in the neighborhood for the community."
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Rich's involvement with the project began a few days after the Aug. 26 fire, when he was referred to a Facebook post from a Legion member. The post sought a local company to help with the cleanup that would also be sensitive to any historic items buried in the debris.
As a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, Rich said he felt an obligation to help despite having no prior affiliation with the post.
"I didn't know any of them," he said at the site Thursday. "All I knew was there was a call for help, and I answered the call."
Rich began working on the Espanong Road property on Sept. 9 and has been there daily from about 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Others have joined him, inspired to do their part for a location and organization that have long been staples of the Lake Hopatcong area.
"The Legion, not just for the military, has been an important part of the community forever," said Russ Felter, a former Jefferson mayor and volunteer at the site. "You probably can't find anybody who lives in town longer than a few years that didn't come to a baby shower or wedding or one of the memorial services here."
In fact, Felter said, the Legion was preparing to host a dinner the day the fire broke out in the kitchen around 11:15 a.m. The blaze spread quickly before multiple responding fire departments got it under control by 12:30 p.m. No injuries were reported.
While the blaze destroyed many framed photos and other artifacts, the cleanup crew has recovered other items that emerged in relatively good shape. They were able to save boxes of blank ammunition as well as 10 rifles, which Felter called the "holy grail" of the process.
The collaboration grew to include Blue Diamond Disposal and Jefferson Recycling, which donated dumpsters for the wreckage. Camp Six, a property management company that oversees several Lake Hopatcong restaurants and businesses, is covering the dump fees for the cleanup. Rich said any money generated from items brought to the scrap yard will be donated to the Legion.
The partnerships are encouraging to the legion's past commander, Tony Gross, who has been active at the post for 62 years. In that time, he said, support from residents and government leaders never wavered.
"We have found that we get tremendous cooperation from the administrations," said Gross, 89. "That's why we've succeeded up to this point. That's one of the main reasons. Whenever we needed something . . . they're always there to help us."
Rich said he hoped to finish his work at the site by Saturday. The timeline for reconstructing the building largely depends on insurance inspections still to come, Gross said.
The volunteers' goal is for the restoration effort to be fully funded by locals, with more people and businesses contributing as word gets out. Gross hopes the initiative will lead to more members at Post 245 and an increased desire to care for veterans.
On Thursday, Rich focused on the mental health issues that plague many veterans. After rebuilding, he said, former service members will once again have a "safe haven" to share their stories with others who have similar experiences.
"There's nothing like the brotherhood of veterans," Rich said. "No matter what branch you serve in, there's always been a healthy competition between the services. But at the end of the day, we all serve under one flag and one country."
Donations may be sent to: American Legion Post 245, PO Box 187, Lake Hopatcong, NJ 07849.
Kyle Morel is a local reporter covering Morris and Sussex counties.
