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BJ McGrane

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor

BJ McGrane graduated in 2021.

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The baseball team is The PV Student Publication's 2020-21 Team of the Year.

Team of the Year: Baseball

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
June 10, 2021
PV Student Publication Co-Editor in Chief Spencer Goldstein was named the New Jersey High School Journalist of the Year in February.

‘It doesn’t happen without the people around me’

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
June 8, 2021
Senior Chris Alepa runs long distance for the track and field team. Alepa is one of many seniors who will provide leadership for the team in 2021.

Track and field ‘building a good base for the future’

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
April 30, 2021
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[Photo] Golf team looks to capitalize on balanced group of seniors

Noah Silver, Assistant Sports Editor
April 27, 2021
In the 2021 season, the Pascack Valley baseball team will return just four players from the 2019 season, three of them pitchers. PV will aim to reload, with many players being in the lineup for the first time this year.

[Photo] Valley baseball to rely on experienced pitching staff in 2021

Allison Varghese, Social Media Editor
April 23, 2021
Signing ceremony for college-bound athletes to take place Friday

Signing ceremony for college-bound athletes to take place Friday

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
April 23, 2021
PVRHSD Superintendent Erik Gundersen confirms his resignation from the position, after sending an email to the entire district. Gundersen accepted the position as Superintendent of Schools at Suffern Central School District, effective July 1.

Gundersen confirms plans to leave PVRHSD

BJ McGrane and Ilmie Xhaferi
April 21, 2021
AOTW

[Photo] Athlete of the Week: Cori Freeman

Aidan Burke, Sports Writer
March 26, 2021
Athlete of the Week: Mike Supple

Athlete of the Week: Mike Supple

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
March 19, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic took off around one year ago, as NJ schools were forced to close starting March 16, 2020.

[Photo] A year in the 'Q'

March 16, 2021
The NBA All-Star Game is set to take place on March 7. Sports Editor BJ McGrane shares his thoughts on how the event could lead to a greater spread of COVID-19.

Opinion: NBA’s decision to host All-Star Game is hypocritical

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
March 5, 2021
Athlete of the Week: Marco Plasencia

Athlete of the Week: Marco Plasencia

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
March 5, 2021
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BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
February 24, 2021
Super Bowl LV takes place this Sunday in Tampa, Florida. See how much you know about the history of the big game!

[Photo] How much do you know about the Super Bowl?

Allison Varghese, Social Media Editor
February 5, 2021
After being delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the hockey season is underway.

Hockey team aims to overcome limited preparation for 2021 season

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
January 26, 2021
2020 Pascack Valley Timeline

2020 Pascack Valley Timeline

BJ McGrane and Ilmie Xhaferi
December 23, 2020
Our reporters had to follow COVID-19 protocols in order to cover football games this season.

Coverage during COVID-19: How reporters adjusted to the pandemic

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
December 18, 2020
Despite all of PV's classes taking place virtually through Nov. 23, the school's sports will continue.

PV athletics continue despite shift to remote learning

BJ McGrane and Spencer Goldstein
November 14, 2020
Athlete of the Week: Lucas Bernstein

Athlete of the Week: Lucas Bernstein

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
November 13, 2020
Ryan Donaldson looks to break free of the Demarest defenders. Valley will take on River Dell at home Friday night.

Pascack Valley to face River Dell in 2019 rematch

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
November 12, 2020
Pascack Valley fell to Old Tappan by a score of 14-7 Friday night at home. PV is now 2-2 on the season.

[Photo] Valley falls to Golden Knights in defensive battle

November 6, 2020
Pascack Valley took down Demarest on Saturday by a score of 34-7, notching its second straight win.

Pascack Valley defeats Demarest in Halloween blowout

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 31, 2020
Pascack Valley football resumes play Saturday morning on the road against Demarest.

[Photo] Valley football to resume play in Demarest

Noah Silver, Assistant Sports Editor
October 30, 2020
The Pascack Valley community expressed its thoughts and opinions in a poll from the PV Student Publication.

2020 Presidential Election in the PV community

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 28, 2020
PV to remain remote through Oct. 28

PV to remain remote through Oct. 28

Ilmie Xhaferi, BJ McGrane, and Spencer Goldstein
October 16, 2020
Senior Mike Supple makes the catch in traffic against Ramapo. Valley will look to defeat River Dell on Saturday and move its record over .500.

PV aims to come out on top in Saturday night “slugfest”

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 16, 2020
Pascack Valley's defense lines up against Bergenfield. PV took down the bears by a score of 34-8 on Saturday afternoon.

PV bounces back with win over Bergenfield

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 10, 2020
Pascack Valley girls soccer took down Old Tappan by virtue of freshman Amanda Polyniak's game-winner in double overtime Tuesday night.

[Photo] Valley strikes once to take down Old Tappan in double overtime

Noah Silver, Assistant Sports Editor
October 6, 2020
Luke Palamidis launches the ball downfield. The boys soccer team will look to returning players - like Palamidis - to step up this season.

Not a ‘reloading year’ for boys soccer

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 5, 2020
The Pascack Valley cross country team runs on a trail in practice. The team will lean on its senior leadership and production from its youth this season.

Veteran leadership, young core to lead cross country team

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 5, 2020
Cornerback Chris Cole lines up in coverage. PV takes on Ramapo in a rematch of the 2019 state sectional final Friday night.

Valley to take on Ramapo in state sectional final rematch

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 2, 2020
Coach Len Cusumano watches the Pascack Valley football team. PV plans to build on a 2019 season in which it reached the North 1, Group 3 state sectional final.

New faces, experienced starters to help Valley build on successful 2019 season

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 1, 2020
The Board of Education discussed the final details of the reopening plan before school begins on September 3. The district approved new curricula, a temporary change in course credit for all full year science courses, and new faculty for the 2020-2021 school year.

District puts finishing touches on reopening plan

Ilmie Xhaferi, Spencer Goldstein, and BJ McGrane
August 31, 2020
The NJSIAA announced its "Return to Play Plan" for the 2020-21 school year. The plan includes four seasons, with the indoor Fall sports taking place in March and April.

NJSIAA releases updated “Return to Play Plan”, additional season included for 2020-21

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
August 22, 2020
In "The Last Dance" tournament, a team consisting of thirteen players from Pascack Valley will attempt to be the last team standing in the 222-team tournament. The Valley Storm is coached by Jake Lutz, who is also one of ten seniors playing for the team.

New coach, no problem for PV graduates’ “Last Dance” team

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
July 15, 2020
Senior AJ Menendez attempts to score on his opponent. Menendez along with eight other athletes participated in Pascack Valley's Spring Signing Ceremony on Wed. May 20.

PV holds spring signing ceremony, wrestler continues unlikely journey

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
May 27, 2020
SAT exam administrations were cancelled for the months of March, May, and June due to the coronavirus. Students who have yet to take the exam or are unsatisfied with their score must take the exam at a later date.

SAT, ACT tests cancelled poses problems for juniors

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
May 25, 2020
Senior Send-off: Jake Lutz

Senior Send-off: Jake Lutz

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
May 12, 2020
Senior Send-off: Mel Brentnall

Senior Send-off: Mel Brentnall

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
May 1, 2020
The girls lacrosse team and softball team posted videos on social media displaying their talent.

[Photo] Spring sports teams showcase talent on social media

April 6, 2020
The girls lacrosse team and softball team posted videos on social media displaying their talent.

Spring sports teams showcase talent on social media

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
April 6, 2020
Jacob Wrede, playing for Kings College in Pennsylvania, defends the opponent. Wrede is one of many college seniors who will not have the opportunity to play their final season due to COVID-19 concerns.

March Sadness: PV alumni have final college seasons canceled

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
March 28, 2020
Oren Roznitsky runs at the Armory Track in NYC. PV's Sprint Medley Relay qualified for nationals before the event was cancelled due to coronavirus concerns.

The finish line for the winter track season

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
March 15, 2020
PV sports cancelled for two weeks due to coronavirus concerns

PV sports cancelled for two weeks due to coronavirus concerns

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
March 13, 2020
Boys basketball coach Al Coleman talks to his players during a timeout

PV defeated in state sectional semifinal

BJ McGrane and Spencer Goldstein
March 6, 2020
Coach Jeff Jasper attentively watches his team.

Indians knocked out by Old Tappan in quarterfinals

BJ McGrane and Spencer Goldstein
March 4, 2020
Lindsey Jennings snags the loose ball.

Indians prevail over Wayne Hills in first round of playoffs

BJ McGrane, Spencer Goldstein, and Noah Silver
March 2, 2020
Andrew Martinez runs in a relay at The Armory in New York City.

Athlete of the Week: Andrew Martinez

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
February 21, 2020
Coach Al Coleman watches the boys basketball team. The Indians fell to Demarest Tuesday night by a score of 48-44.

Boys basketball falls to Demarest on senior night

BJ McGrane and Noah Silver
February 12, 2020
The cheer team poses during its routine. The team performed twice Tuesday night, first defeating Kennedy, and later on defeating Cliffside Park.

Cheer team overcomes injuries to defeat two opponents

BJ McGrane, Spencer Goldstein, and Willy Higgins
January 22, 2020
Coach Jeff Jasper strategizes with his team.

Girls basketball to take on Wayne Valley as part of benefit games

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
January 17, 2020
Jake Lutz signs to Wagner University to play Division I baseball.

PV senior to follow family footsteps

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
December 24, 2019
Sophomore Sabrina Hirsch receives a pass from a teammate.

Girls basketball looks to continue to succeed despite tough schedule

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
December 22, 2019
Smoke Signal Wrapped

Smoke Signal Wrapped

Rachel Cohen, Katie Mullaney, BJ McGrane, and Spencer Goldstein
December 20, 2019
James Allmers evades a defender

Indians take down Garfield to advance to state sectional final

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
November 16, 2019
PV junior Jack Lewis utilizes his console to play video games. One day, students could be playing video games as a sport for Pascack Valley.

High school sports ‘level up’

BJ McGrane and Mason Baronian
November 11, 2019
Jake Williams runs past defenders

Indians set to play sectional quarterfinals

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
November 6, 2019
Andrew Martinez looks for open space

Indians fall to Ramapo, look onward to playoffs

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 25, 2019
Stephen Begen looks for an open receiver

Indians look to capture league championship

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 18, 2019
Junior running back Michael Solazzo evades a defender

Indians get back on track against Ridgefield Park

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 11, 2019
Jeff Jasper speaks after having 'Jasper Court' named after him. On Thursday night, he received the Bob Hurley Award at the 2019 Dan Finn Foundation Charity Gala.

Longtime PV coach receives Bob Hurley Award

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 6, 2019
Stephen Begen runs in the open field

Indians look to go 5-0 in rivalry game

BJ McGrane, Sports Editor
October 4, 2019
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