By William Hathaway, Jr.
The Irvington High School girls flag football team made history this past week in winning their first ever game, a 12-8 win against East Orange 12-8.
Meanwhile, in softball, Orange High defeated West Side 18-7 this past week. Senior Celine Jabson picked up the victory for the Lady Tornadoes with 5 strikeouts along with scoring 4 runs and stealing 3 bases. The OHS squad then blew away Weequahic High in a 17-0 shutout.
Finally, for Essex County talent, a national soccer showcase will take place at Alden Street Park, featuring local area youth on Saturday.
On April 29, the annual National Football League will kick off. Clemson QB Trevor Lawrence is likely going to be the top pick for the Jacksonville Jaguars, while the New York Jets will pick #2 overall. Early reports have the team likely taking BYU star QB Zack Wilson to replace the recently traded Sam Darnold.
Meanwhile, the New York Giants have the 11th pick, and haver a lot of choices. They could take one of two Alabama WRs, either Jaylen Waddle or Devonta Smith if he falls to that spot. Either player would be a great complement to receiver Kenny Golladay, who was acquired from the Detroit Lions.
In NBA news, the New York Knicks had a nine game winning streak snapped with a loss to Phoenix. However, NY is still in the top four of the Eastern Conference, which would have them host a first round series.
