Stephen Edelson

PISCATAWAY – There were so many connections between Rutgers and Minnesota, both among players and coaches, it was like a family reunion at SHI Stadium Saturday.

stephen edelson, asbury park press LAKEWOOD – With the sound of golf balls launching skyward off the Eagle Ridge Golf Academy lesson tee

After making 381 tackles at Wall High School, Charlie Sasso has overcome several knee injuries and is making a difference for the Monmouth defense.

stephen edelson, asbury park press TOMS RIVER – As the joyous postgame celebration played out on Gernerd Field, the historic nature of Toms River North's recent run began to sink in.

stephen edelson, asbury park press WEST LONG BRANCH – More than 30 Monmouth players will hear their name announced on Senior Day at Kessler Stadium Saturday, before the Hawks take on No. 8/9 Villanova.

Monmouth was within 11 points of No. 24 Rutgers deep into the second half, with the Hawks facing another tough test against unbeaten Wichita State.

Asbury Park Press In the end, it was all about a casino.

Monmouth's Abdi Bashir Jr. opened eyes with his 38-point effort at Rutgers. Now he opens up on a host of subjects on the Jersey Jump Shot podcast.

stephen edelson, asbury park press It certainly looked like Monmouth's most complete performance of the season, with the Hawks even at

Asbury Park Press Monmouth's Jack Collins was breaking out of his early-season slump, scoring 10 quick points to cut Presbyterian's lead to single digits early in the second half Saturday.