Jake Matson
Sports Reporter at Times-Standard
“The inner machinations of my mind are an enigma.” - Patrick Star. Columbia Journalism School. I love writing about sports. Tips: jmatson@gannett
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courierpostonline.com | Jake Matson
Dylan Campbell, a standout for the Jersey Shore BlueClaws, excelled in both football and baseball in high school but chose to pursue baseball. He was drafted by the Dodgers in 2023 and traded to the Phillies organization in January. Even with all of the possible avenues that Dylan Campbell could've taken as an athlete, there was never any doubt his path was destined to lead to a baseball diamond.
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2 weeks ago |
app.com | Jake Matson
With state championships being played this week, the 2025 high school softball season is coming to a close. And with nearly every season in the books, it's time to reflect on the standouts of the season. More: 'Couldn't lose to them again': Donovan softball beats SJV 8-4 to advance to state finalThe Shore Conference Softball Coaches Association has made their choices for the All-Division players for each of the league's seven divisions. Take a look at the honorees below.
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3 weeks ago |
app.com | Jake Matson
Colts Neck High School lost to Steinert High School 6-0 in the sectional final. Colts Neck held its own for five innings before defensive errors led to Steinert scoring six runs in the sixth inning. HAMILTON -- For five innings, Colts Neck softball went toe-to-toe with back-to-back state champion Steinert. The Cougars stared down at their opportunity for a momentous upset as the scoreless stalemate reached the sixth. The Cougars finally blinked.
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3 weeks ago |
app.com | Jake Matson
Donovan Catholic defeated St. John Vianney 8-4 to win the South Non-Public A softball title. Senior Christina Ginex hit a go-ahead two-RBI double in the fourth inning. Donovan Catholic will face Mount St. Dominic in the state championship game. TOMS RIVER -- From start to finish, Donovan Catholic senior Christina Ginex has been a fixture of the school's softball success.
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app.com | Jake Matson
HOLMDEL -- St. John Vianney softball has had its ups and downs this season. A second straight Shore Conference title proved to be elusive this spring, as did an outright division title. But there is one constant for the back-to-back state champions: they're always at their best in June.
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Always an exciting day when I get to present the All-Shore softball team! The field of athletes is astounding and it’s a mind boggling exercise to narrow it down. So many worthy players and only 43 spots. Congratulations to those who made it. Truly the best of the best!
Best of the best: Check out the stars that make up the 2025 All-Shore softball teams https://t.co/VuhOKX6B3Q