Newark Global Studies Dominates Carteret in Boys Basketball Victory

Balanced scoring attack and stifling defense lead Newark Global Studies to 75-44 win over Carteret.

Published on Feb. 14, 2026

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Newark Global Studies defeated Carteret 75-44 in a boys basketball matchup. Craig Eaves scored 19 points and Jaydin Wright added 18 as Global Studies controlled the game from start to finish. The visitors showcased their defensive prowess with 22 steals and 5 blocks, while also outrebounding Carteret 32-23. Jeremiah Arrington led Carteret with 19 points and 14 rebounds in a strong individual performance.

Why it matters

This victory keeps Newark Global Studies in the hunt for a high seed in the upcoming North 2, Group 1 state tournament, as they currently sit 10th in the power point standings. For Carteret, the loss drops them to 9-15 on the season and 17th in the North 2, Group 3 standings, making their path to the postseason more challenging.

The details

Newark Global Studies established control early, taking an 18-13 lead after the first quarter before extending its advantage to 37-23 by halftime. It continued to pull away in the third quarter, outscoring Carteret 15-9 to build a comfortable 52-32 lead heading into the final period. Global Studies finished with advantages in rebounds (32-23), assists (16-11), and steals (22-8) while converting 25 two-point field goals and four three-pointers in the victory.

  • The game was played on February 14, 2026.

The players

Craig Eaves

A player for Newark Global Studies who scored 19 points in the victory.

Jaydin Wright

A player for Newark Global Studies who scored 18 points in the victory.

Zion Glover

A player for Newark Global Studies who contributed 15 points and 9 rebounds.

Robert Eaves

A player for Newark Global Studies who added 10 points and a game-high 8 steals.

Jeremiah Arrington

A player for Carteret who led his team with 19 points and 14 rebounds in the loss.

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What they’re saying

“Newark Global Studies rides balanced attack in win over Carteret - Boys basketball recap”

— Adv-Express Mojutiku, Author (nj.com)

What’s next

Newark Global Studies will look to continue their strong play as they aim for a high seed in the upcoming North 2, Group 1 state tournament. Carteret will need to regroup and try to improve their standing in the North 2, Group 3 power point rankings to secure a postseason berth.

The takeaway

Newark Global Studies' balanced scoring attack and stifling defense proved too much for Carteret in this matchup. The victory keeps Global Studies in the hunt for a high seed in the state tournament, while Carteret's loss makes their path to the postseason more challenging.