Haddonfield Sports Roundup

It was another busy week in Haddonfield sports, as wrestling wrapped up its regular season and the basketball teams continue to make strong statements.

Wrestling- The Bulldawgs go into the postseason riding a wave of confidence this week after three dominating wins. On Monday, the team celebrated senior night. The senior class is one of the most accomplished in Haddonfield history, having played integral roles on last year's team that defeated Paulsboro in the regular season and made the South Jersey Group 1 Final, as well as this year’s team. The night was celebrated with a 58-9 win over Overbrook.

"The seniors are the model," said head coach Bill Heverly. "They are all true wrestlers who understand the sport and have exemplified the leadership and mannerism that is required. It's called getting it. They get it."

On Wednesday, the team posted a 55-19 win over Sterling and followed that up with a 60-11 win against Gateway on Friday.

The state playoff run for the Bulldawgs will begin on Monday night when they host Woodstown at 7 p.m. The Bulldawgs earned the number three seed in the South Jersey Group I bracket. If they win on Monday, they advance to take on number two-seeded Pennsville on Wednesday.

"It's business as usual," Heverly said of his team's playoff preparation. "You're supposed to try and get better every day and I think we have." 

Boys’ Basketball- The Bulldawgs only had two games this week and won both. Tuesday saw them take down rival West Deptford 71-61. And on Tuesday, they took down Gateway 85-25. In that game, Mike LaCantena led the way with 20 points, including three three-pointers. Billy Griffin added 15 points, Rob DePersia had 14 points and Jake Sikkema added 12. This week, the 14-4 Bulldawgs have three games. On Tuesday, they travel to Haddon Heights in a key division game. The Garnets sit at 16-2 and are looking for revenge after the Bulldawgs beat them 59-47 on January 10. On Tuesday, the Bulldawgs host Overbrook and then travel to Pemberton on Saturday for an out-of-conference matchup.

Girls’ Basketball- The Bulldawgs improved to 13-4 on the year by winning both of their games. On Tuesday, they took down rival West Deptford 38-33. The Eagles handed the Bulldawgs a loss back on January 5. Maddie Betley and Catherine Senopoulos each had 13 points to lead the way for Haddonfield. Then on Thursday, the team put in a dominating performance over Gateway, winning 61-24. Haley Raymond had 16 points to lead the team, and Betley added 13. This week, the Bulldawgs host Haddon Heights on Tuesday before traveling to Overbrook Thursday. On Saturday, the team will host Gloucester Catholic.

Boys’ Swimming- The Bulldawgs ran their record to 9-0 on the week with a 110-60 win over Cherry Hill East. On Friday, the team begins its playoff run against an opponent that has yet to be determined.

Girls’ Swimming- The Bulldawgs lost their second straight match this week, losing 103-67 against Bishop Eustace. The team also opens the playoffs on Friday against an opponent that has not yet been announced. The team sits at 9-2 on the season.