Bloomfield High Track & Field Sees Record Turnout with 200 Athletes

Girls team chases 6th straight conference title, boys aim to build on recent success

Apr. 13, 2026 at 12:09am

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A fractured, multi-perspective painting in bold navy blue, gold, and white geometric shapes, capturing the dynamic motion and competitive spirit of a track and field event at Bloomfield High School.Bloomfield High's track and field program continues to thrive, with a record number of student-athletes competing this spring in a vibrant display of athletic energy and school spirit.Hackensack Today

The Bloomfield High track and field team is kicking off its spring season with a record-breaking 200 student-athletes, the largest roster in school history. The girls team is looking to secure its 6th consecutive SEC league championship, led by standout seniors like Thalia Bell and Emily Brodowski. The boys squad is coming off its best indoor season, having won the SEC American title and placed second at Essex County.

Why it matters

Bloomfield High's track and field program has become a point of pride for the community, with the girls team dominating their conference and the boys making strides in recent years. This record-breaking turnout shows the sport's growing popularity and the school's ability to engage a large number of student-athletes, which can have positive impacts on school spirit, athletic development, and overall student well-being.

The details

The Bloomfield High track and field team will compete in a busy spring schedule, including the Season Opener Invitational, Moorestown Invitational, and Morris Hills Relays. The girls team is led by senior captains Thalia Bell, Madison Bernhard, Emily Brodowski, Alexandra 'Sasha' Klotz, and Keira Sokoli, and is aiming for its 6th straight SEC league title. Bell is on the verge of breaking school records in the discus and shot put, while Brodowski is the reigning SEC champion and record holder in the pole vault. The boys team is coming off its best indoor season, having won the SEC American title and placed second at Essex County. The boys are led by captains Shane Fernandez, Russel Forgett, Jalen Gray, Lennox McPherson-Abrams, Marcel Rosario, and Jon Zeqa.

  • The Bloomfield High track and field team competed in the Season Opener Invitational on April 4.
  • The team will compete at the Moorestown Invitational on April 11.
  • Bloomfield will take on Livingston on April 16 at 4 p.m.
  • The team will participate in the Morris Hills Relays on April 18 starting at 9 a.m.

The players

Terry Iavarone

The head coach of the Bloomfield High track and field team.

Thalia Bell

A senior captain on the girls team who is on the verge of breaking school records in the discus and shot put.

Emily Brodowski

A senior captain on the girls team who is the reigning SEC champion and record holder in the pole vault.

Jon Zeqa

A boys team captain who has committed to run at Drew University next year.

Shane Fernandez

A boys team captain who is a multi-SEC first and second team selection in throws events.

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What they’re saying

“We are back in action and hitting the ground running, jumping, hurdling, and throwing.”

— Terry Iavarone, Head Coach

“The girls have been undefeated in dual-meet action since 2021, and winning 5-straight SEC titles, the girls are excited to meet the expectations and challenges head on.”

— Terry Iavarone, Head Coach

What’s next

The Bloomfield High track and field teams will continue their busy spring schedule, with the girls team looking to secure its 6th straight SEC league championship and the boys team aiming to build on its recent success.

The takeaway

Bloomfield High's track and field program has become a source of community pride, with the girls team dominating their conference and the boys making strides in recent years. The record-breaking turnout of 200 student-athletes this spring demonstrates the sport's growing popularity and the school's ability to engage a large number of students in athletic development and competition.