BREAKING: No. 9 Delbarton claimed a thrilling 2-1 victory over second-seeded Bergen Catholic in the semifinals of the Northern New Jersey, Non-Public A Tournament earlier today in Oradell. This win propels Delbarton into the finals, where they will face top-seeded St. Benedict’s.
Delbarton’s decisive moment came in the 74th minute, when Peter Wynne netted the go-ahead goal, assisted by Dylan Mazzarella. The match started strong for Delbarton as Liam Murphy opened the scoring just six minutes into the first half, converting a pass from Owen Miller to establish an early 1-0 lead.
Despite Bergen Catholic’s efforts to equalize, including three saves from goalkeeper John Coleman, they fell short. Delbarton’s goalkeeper, Vain Swamy, made crucial saves that helped maintain their lead.
This victory marks a significant achievement for Delbarton, who last won the Non-Public A title in 2018 after a dramatic shootout against Seton Hall Prep. Delbarton has reached the finals three times since then, but they will be looking for redemption against St. Benedict’s, who defeated fourth-seeded Seton Hall Prep 5-1 in the other semifinal.
Both teams previously clashed in last season’s finals, where St. Benedict’s secured a dominant 4-0 win over Delbarton. As the final approaches on Thursday, anticipation builds for a rematch that promises high stakes and intense competition.
Stay tuned for updates as Delbarton aims to reclaim the championship title against a formidable St. Benedict’s side. This showdown is not just about victory; it’s about pride, resilience, and the pursuit of glory in New Jersey high school soccer.
