Sports Shorts

The word for the U10 Monroe Phoenix Boys soccer team has been “tie.” On Oct. 23, the Phoenix tied the Westfield Atlas, 1-1, with an awesome goal by Nicholas Scardilli to preserve the tie. On Saturday, at the North Brunswick Spookarama Tournament, the Phoenix fought for a 0-0 tie with the East Brunswick Hurricanes and a 1-1 tie with the North Brunswick Flash. Matthew Anderson put home the lone goal for the Phoenix. On Sunday, the Phoenix tied Metuchen, 3-3, with Jeremy Roth scoring the first two goals with a great offensive performance and Chris Germano banging home the tying goal. In all games, the Phoenix played very well and were led on offense by Christian Corbisiero, Matthew Anderson, Jeremy Roth, Chris Germano, and John Cosenza. The team had a number of players who played extremely well on both sides of the ball. They were Brian Sullivan, Nicholas Scardilli, Richie Toth, Corey Klaskin, and Shawn Reynolds. Holding down the midfield duties with terrific all-around games was Michael Mischler. Tyler Utheim and Russell Clayton shared the goaltending duties with four solid games. They were also big contributors on both offense and defense. The Phoenix try to stay unbeaten this weekend with two games against Piscataway and Aberdeen-Matawan.

The Monroe Phoenix U10 boys soccer team took two steps closer to an undefeated season with two big wins this past weekend. On Saturday, the Phoenix beat the Piscataway Crew, 4-0. Christopher Germano had a tremendous all-around game and led the way with two goals. Matthew Anderson banged home a 20-yarder in the second quarter with his best shot of the season. The goal of the game, and maybe the goal of the year, came in the second half when Michael Mischler kicked a perfect corner kick in front of the goal and Brian Sullivan knocked a header right into the net. On Sunday, the Phoenix held on for a 3-2 victory over the Aberdeen/Matawan Cosmos. John Cosenza took a beautiful pass from Matthew Anderson and put it into the back of the net for the first goal with Brian Sullivan notching his second goal of the weekend in the second quarter. Jeremy Roth put in the game winner late in the second half with an amazing shot from the right corner that sailed over the goalie’s head. Also leading the way on both offense and defense this weekend was Nicholas Scardilli, Christian Corbisiero, Corey Klaskin and Richie Toth. Tyler Utheim and Russell Clayton once again had stellar games in goal, only giving up a goal apiece over two games. They were also big contributors out on the field. The Phoenix play their final regular season game and go for an undefeated season in Plainfield this Sunday.

Spotswood Youth Baseball League spring registration will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Spotswood Municipal Building Courtroom. All children ages 5-16 (as of April 30, 2006) are eligible. The cost is $65 for the first child, $55 for the second child, and $45 for each additional child. Work bond fees will also be collected at registration. The league is offering a one-time discount of $10 for one child only at this registration. Parents are required to bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate to registration. Anyone wishing to manage or coach should also bring a copy of their Rutgers SAFETY certification card. For more information, leave a message at the Spotswood baseball phone, (732) 251-6111, and someone will return the call.

South River Parks and Recreation will hold registration for its winter programs (recreation wrestling and basketball) on Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday of next week from 7-8 p.m. at the South River Middle School gym (use gym entrance). The wrestling is open to first- through eighth-graders. Registration fee is $25. Teams compete with other towns. Travel is necessary and the responsibility of parents. First-grade participants must have a parent present at all practices and matches. Practices will be held Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays. Participants are expected to attend at least two practices per week.

The basketball league is for boys and girls — each league is split by grade. Requests are limited. The splits will be third- through fifth-grade girls; third- through fifth-grade boys; sixth- through eighth-grade girls; and sixth- through eighth-grade boys. Everyone will play full court. No travel. Registration fee is $25.

Make checks payable to borough of South River. A $10 late fee will be charged after Nov. 18. Additional information will be provided at registration, or call (732) 254-4412.

South River Little League registration for new and returning players will be held on Tuesday, Nov. 15, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. and on Wednesday, Nov. 16, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the high school music room (across from the gym). Children from 9 to 12 years old (as of April 30, 2006) are eligible. Cost is $65 for one child and $110 for more than one. Parents should bring a copy of the child’s birth certificate and proof of residency. Children should also be present so uniform sizes can be taken. For more information, contact Brian Fenyak at (732) 390-9245 or Fred Roselli at (732) 257-2700.