Sports

Come Fly With Me

April 11, 2011

In Flight Balloon Adventures in Hunterdon County provides breathtaking views, lasting memories, and a convenient excuse to hold your date tight as you soar above the Garden States scenic regions. ...
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Life On the Sideline

March 14, 2011

Author Robert Strauss has a new book—Daddy's Little Goalie—about his athletically inclined daughters' participation in sports. ...
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Warming Up To Hoboken

November 15, 2010

Zach Parise, a native Minnesotan, didn't know much about New Jersey when he moved here, but he quickly learned you need to learn quickly....
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Yogi Berra, a veritable New Jersey institution, has seen it all in this state—and he's ready to tell about it....
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Riding the D&R

September 13, 2010

A 19th-century towpath provides the perfect trail for riverside biking, hiking, and more. ...
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All the Tools

August 16, 2010

Sports Illustrated’s Tom Verducci brings intelligence and an instinct for the game to his coverage of baseball. ...
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Montclair-based writer Emma Span releases her memoir—90% of the Game is Half Mental—about her brief stint covering the Yankees and Mets for the Village Voice....
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Board Meeting

July 12, 2010

A new documentary film about New Jersey surfers making it on the professional scene is set for release....
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Different Strokes

June 15, 2010

Disc golf shares much with that other 18-hole sport—except, of course, the dress code, the expense, and the exclusive clubs. In fact, there are no clubs at all....
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The history of baseball card collecting isn't as innocent as the game the cards are derived from. For a fascinating read, pick up Mint Condition: How Baseball Cards Became An American Obsession. ...
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Mini-golf is a veritable Jersey Shore institution. The latest incarnation—black-light mini-golf—hopes to become a new wave twist on an old favorite....
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The cry of ‘play ball’ resounds throughout New Jersey....
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Shell Game

March 15, 2010

Crew is on the rise at Jersey high schools. Here’s why kids and parents love the sport—and the food....
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The New York Red Bulls have a brand new stadium—in New Jersey, of course. The team will open a new $200 million stadium in Harrison....
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In The Spin

December 14, 2009

Lindsay Berra, of Montclair, has found Spinning the most satisfying workout for her needs. ...
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It's January—the time when many of us set course for improved health and fitness. Some just want to turn over a new leaf; others want a whole new body. Here's how ten real New Jerseyans work up a sweat in hopes of achieving their fitness goals....
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New Jersey Monthly staffer Mallory Gelert asks New York Giants star wideout Steve Smith the hard questions for our new question and answer feature....
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A Safer Game Plan

October 13, 2009

Last season, three New Jersey student athletes died from injuries sustained on the playing field. Here’s what the state is doing to avoid future tragedies....
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Blair Academy has a pretty good wrestling team. How good? About 29 straight National Prep Championships good. Find out how one of the best programs in the nation handles all that success....
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Golden Golf

September 14, 2009

Don’t even think of putting away your clubs this month. New Jersey courses beckon in their autumn finery. Here’s a loop of nine prime layouts around the state you won’t want to miss....
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