North 1B boys sectional champions
This is the Panthers’ first sectional crown since group play began in 2007, and NorthJersey.com records indicate it may be their first all-time.
“It’s phenomenal,” third-year coach Brian Svetz said. “My last two years, we were down toward the bottom of the league [NJIC Meadowlands]. … This group put it all together.”
Wallington outscored Leonia, 2,370-2,347, behind a 563 series from freshman Daniel Jeetan. Junior Andy Hong (606, 10th) and the Lions earned their third consecutive trip to states, holding off Lenape Valley by seven pins.
GROUP 1: 1. Wallington 808-739-823–2,370; 2. Leonia 2,347; 3. Lenape Valley 2,340; 4. North Arlington 2,279; 5. Bergen Charter 2,268; 6. Caldwell 2,147; 7. Lyndhurst 2,090; 8. St. Mary 2,072; 9. Harrison 1,841; 10. Glen Ridge 1,613.
Greg Tartaglia is a high school sports reporter for NorthJersey.com. For full access to live scores, breaking news and analysis from our Varsity Aces team, subscribe today. To get breaking news directly to your inbox, sign up for our newsletter and download our app. Email: tartaglia@northjersey.com Twitter: @njtags13
