Bloomfield Unified Basketball Team Earns Top Seed and First Round Bye in NJSIAA North Tournament

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The Bloomfield Unified basketball team finished the regular season with an impressive 14-1 record, earning them the top seed and a first round bye in the NJSIAA North Tournament. The Bengals will host Ridge High in the quarterfinal round on March 4, with tip-off set for 4 p.m. Bloomfield's only loss came against Union City, who is seeded third in the tournament.

Why it matters

Bloomfield Unified's strong regular season performance and top tournament seeding showcases the growth and success of the school's inclusive basketball program, which provides opportunities for students of all abilities to compete at the varsity level.

The details

The Bengals closed out the regular season with wins against Clifton, Mount Olive, and Ridge. Xavier Adonis led the team with 16 points in the win over Clifton on February 11, while Malachi Stevens had 12 points in the February 5 victory and AJ Royster scored 9 points against Mount Olive. Jacob Kelly and Malachi each hit 3-pointers in the regular season finale against Ridge.

• The quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA North Tournament will be held on March 4.
• The semifinals are scheduled for March 9, with the championship game set for March 12.

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What’s next

The winner of the Bloomfield Unified vs. Ridge High quarterfinal game will advance to the semifinals on March 9, with the championship game scheduled for March 12.