Basement Waterproofing
The Healthy Way
Unlike other waterproofers in New Jersey, we provide our customers with a streamlined process for all of their waterproofing needs. Our goal is to get to the crux of your home's issues. If we spot signs of water in your basement, we go right to the source of the problem, working hard to fix structural deficiencies to prevent problems like mold growth and foundation damage. We are proud to be New Jersey's one-stop shop for all of your basement waterproofing needs. New Jersey homeowners choose Healthy Way because our experts are friendly, experienced, harworking, and fully certified. We won't rest until your waterproofing problems are solved. Because we specialize in both interior and exterior waterproofing services, you won't have to worry about hiring a laundry list of contractors to correct your moisture problems. Healthy Way provides all-inclusive basement waterproofing in Fair Haven, it's no surprise that New Jersey residents trust Healthy Way to make their homes more livable every day.
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The Healthy Way Difference
At Healthy Way, we strive to set ourselves apart from the competition by offering the best basement waterproofing services in New Jersey. We won't be happy with our work until you are 100% satisfied, whether you need a thorough moisture inspection or a large-scale waterproofing project. Our basement waterproofing experts are certified, trained, and have worked on more than 4,000 repairs. They understand that your moisture problems aren't like anybody else's, which is why all of our waterproofing proposals are created specifically for your home. You won't find any "one-size-fits-all" solutions here, and we wouldn't have it any other way.
- Best warranties in the industry
- Free initial inspection
- Full-service basement waterproofing
- Mold remediation
- Foundation repair
- Water management solutions tailored to your unique situation
Once your basement waterproofing project is complete, we make it a point to keep our staff available to address any questions or concerns you may have. Our goal is your 100% satisfaction, from the moment you call our office to schedule an inspection to the time you sign off on our work.
Waterproofing Services in New Jersey
With more than two decades of experience and a team of fully certified and trained waterproofing professionals, there is no waterproofing project in New Jersey that we can't handle. When not addressed, water and moisture problems can cause serious health risks for your family. We're talking buckling walls, sinking foundations, and even toxic mold. With your home's value and your family's health on the line, you must attack these problems head-on, and the best way to do that is by bringing in the Healthy Way team. Some signs of existing water problems in your home can include:
- Signs of rust or oxidation on metal fixtures
- Mildew residue
- Water stains on your foundation's walls and floors
- Erosion of your concrete
- Mineral deposits found on pipes
- Flooded landscaping after heavy rain or snow
- Pooling water around your foundation's interior
- Humidity levels above 60% in your basement or crawlspace
Basement Waterproofing in Fair Haven
Healthy Way has been providing the most trusted, effective basement waterproofing in New Jersey since 2007. Waterproofing your basement is crucial to protecting the value of your home and the safety of your family. That is why we only employ the best, brightest, fully-certified experts, who will treat your home like it was their very own. Taking shortcuts just isn't in our nature. We use innovative technology and time-tested techniques to discover and solve your basement's water-related problems.
Because basement wall leaks and water seepage are often caused by structural issues, external waterproofing is required. While some companies only seal the interior walls of your basement, Healthy Way goes the extra mile to fix your water issues inside and out. That way, your basement leaks stop for good.
Once we find the root of the water issues in your basement, we will get to work on a custom-designed solution that will exceed your basement waterproofing needs.
Our basement waterproofing services in New Jersey help prevent the following problems:
- Mold growth, which can cause serious health hazards for your family
- Basement flooding
- Loss of valuables
- Serious water damage to your home's walls and floors
- Decrease in home value
Don't wait to address the moisture developing in your basement - call Healthy Way today for a customized solution to your water seepage problems.
What Causes Moisture in Your Basement?
It's easy to spot water leaking through a crack in your basement, but most homeowners don't know that there is a potential for water issues without heavy rains or obvious signs of standing water. At Healthy Way, we try to educate our clients on the real causes of water in your basement. Here are two of the most common reasons why you might need basement waterproofing in Fair Haven:
The "Clay Bowl" Effect
It might not be evident on the surface, but many basements are built in a below-grade dip, which is surrounded by backfill. Because backfill is made up of soil that was removed during foundation digging, it creates an empty shape or "bowl" effect. Once the foundation is finished, this loose soil is placed back around the foundation. Unfortunately, soil of this consistency is more absorbent and porous than the undisturbed soil around it, which is hard-packed and less porous. When rain or thunderstorms occurs, the soil closest to your home becomes saturated, putting pressure on your basement walls.
Hydrostatic Pressure:
This kind of pressure affects homeowners with property built below the water table or on a hillside where water runs down a hill. When the soil around your foundation becomes saturated, it will expand and put intense pressure on the walls of your foundation and basement. This pressure can create cracks, giving water an easy route into your basement.
How Healthy Way Solves Your Basement Waterproofing Needs
Having a wet basement not only puts your health at risk, it lowers the value of your home and makes it more difficult to sell. The good news? We offer a number of waterproofing services and products to solve your problems fast. A few of our solutions include:
- Sump pumps
- Perimeter drainage systems
- Doorway drainage systems
- High-strength washer hoses
- Floor and wall crack repair
- Replacement windows
- Flood protection for your water heater
When you use Healthy Way for basement waterproofing in New Jersey, you can rest easy knowing that all our systems come with a written, lifetime warranty. This warranty is transferrable, meaning you can re-establish your home's value and give future owners confidence knowing that their new home is protected.
The Healthy Way Basement Waterproofing Process
Because every home is different, your basement waterproofing solution could be vastly different than that of your next-door neighbor. Many factors play a part when it comes to keeping your basement dry and safe for living. As a general rule, we approach each issue with a "prevention over repair" mindset. By taking this stance, we give our clients a more cost-effective, long-term resolution. We're not in the business of putting a "Band-Aid" on your water problem - we want to fix your issue completely, so you don't have to worry about recurring problems. Our effective basement waterproofing systems include a mix of the following strategies:
Interior Waterproofing
Interior waterproofing methods usually start with our team ensuring that any holes or cracks in your basement floors, walls, and windows are sealed properly. Sealing cracks in your basement is an important first step since this is usually the first place where water can enter your home. Our sealants keep your basement dry and help prevent more moisture from finding its way into your home. Interior waterproofing strategies like these also help lower humidity levels in your basement. While sealants and other interior waterproofing strategies help correct initial issues, they don't usually solve the underlying problem causing leaks in your basement. Those issues are most often found outside your home.
Exterior Waterproofing
Once our team is finished with your interior waterproofing, we will move to the exterior of your home. Waterproofing the outside of your home is often a more complex, nuanced goal. Because of the difficult nature of exterior waterproofing, we recommend you consult with our team of professionals before tackling the job on your own. Generally speaking, our team beings the outdoor waterproofing process by excavating the soil around your home's foundation. Once we remove the soil surrounding your foundation, our experts will apply a polymer-based sealant to any cracks we discover. This sealant is a long-term solution and should remain intact for the life of your home. While the Healthy Way team solves your outdoor moisture problems, we will also check your downspouts, to make sure they aren't clogged. An inefficient gutter system does a poor job of directing water away from your home's foundation, which can cause more moisture to seep into your basement over time.
Drainage Systems
One of the most common reasons that people need basement waterproofing in cityname is because they have a poor drainage system. A proper drainage system is paramount in keeping your basement dry and your family safe. These systems are meant to direct water away from your home and come in many forms, from French Drains to simple systems like ground soil. If you're thinking of installing a complex drainage system, save yourself some time and check the soil around your foundation first to make sure it isn't retaining moisture. If a more complex system like a sump pump is required, it's best to work with certified professionals like those at Healthy Way, to make sure your drainage system is installed correctly.
WHICH WATERPROOFING SOLUTION IS RIGHT FOR ME?
Because every home is different, it's hard to say what kind of waterproofing solution is right for your situation. Most homeowners require a combination of interior and exterior waterproofing. There are dozens of factors that come into play when it comes to waterproofing your home, so the answer to your problem may be different than your neighbor's. The good news is that Healthy Way is fully equipped to handle whatever moisture issue you're having. We will work tirelessly to make certain your basement is dry, mold-free, and safe to enjoy. That way, you can get back to living life rather than worrying about mold growth or foundation damage.
Contact UsGET IT DONE RIGHT, THE FIRST TIME
Other companies may offer temporary or partial solutions. At Healthy Way, we believe in correcting the problem completely, so you save money and have long-term peace of mind. Our goal is to fix your problem to prevent it from coming back, or we won't do the work!
If you require quality basement waterproofing, it all starts with a FREE inspection from our certified waterproofing experts. We will take as much time as you need to find your problem, develop a solution, and walk you through our process step-by-step.
Don't let water leaks and foundation damage create a dangerous environment in your home; contact the experts at Healthy Way today!
Latest News in Fair Haven, NJ
No. 10 Ewing survives late push by Rumson-Fair Haven to win a WOBM Classic title
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Ewing faced one of its toughest challenges so far this season in the WOBM Holiday Classic Snyder Bracket Tournament final on Friday night, and managed to stand up to a relentless Rumson-Fair Haven squad.Ewing, ranked No. 10 in the NJ.com Top 20, held on in the waning minutes of the fourth quarter en route to a 66-64 victory over the Bulldogs to win the Snyder Bracket title.It was the seventh-straight win for the Blue Devils, which remain undefeated so far this season. Rumson-Fair Haven had a four-game win streak snapped with th...
Ewing faced one of its toughest challenges so far this season in the WOBM Holiday Classic Snyder Bracket Tournament final on Friday night, and managed to stand up to a relentless Rumson-Fair Haven squad.
Ewing, ranked No. 10 in the NJ.com Top 20, held on in the waning minutes of the fourth quarter en route to a 66-64 victory over the Bulldogs to win the Snyder Bracket title.
It was the seventh-straight win for the Blue Devils, which remain undefeated so far this season. Rumson-Fair Haven had a four-game win streak snapped with the loss.
“It feels good knowing that we have a lot of good games against great teams coming up, knowing that we can pull out a win even when it gets close like this,” Ewing’s Joi Johnson said. “It’s very reassuring for the rest of our season.”
Friday’s victory was the closest win of the season for Ewing, which led 54-43 at the end of the third quarter. A three-point play gave the Blue Devils a 59-48 lead with 5:45 remaining, but a 9-1 run pulled Rumson-Fair Haven within 60-57 with 2:16 to play.
“In the huddle I was just telling everybody to take a deep breath before going back onto the court because our nerves were high and our energy was high,” said Ewing’s Rhian Stokes, who was named Tournament MVP. “So we all had to calm down and stick together.”
Two free throws from Johnson gave Ewing some breathing room, 62-57, with 1:49 left, but four-straight free throws from Julia Corsentino and Abby Boyle cut the lead to one, 62-61, with 49.1 seconds left.
Rhian Stokes and Te’Yala Delfosse then went to the line for Ewing and sank all four free throws to put the Blue Devils ahead 66-61, but a 3-pointer from Sylvie Notine cut it to 66-64 with 3.4 seconds left. A last second trip to the line for Stokes resulted in no points, but Ewing managed to hold on in the final 2.2 seconds for the win.
“Even when things did start getting close and we got flustered, we never let it divide us and we played pretty much as a team,” Johnson said. “We played team basketball and we ended up getting the win.”
Ewing came out hot to start the game and took a 25-12 lead after the first quarter, with 12 points coming from Stokes. The Blue Devils lost a little momentum in the second quarter, as the Bulldogs outscored them 8-7 for a 32-20 Ewing lead at the half.
“Our shooting, our three-point shooting, our outside shots, that started off really well but I think we started relying on them and getting a little comfortable on the three-point shots,” said Stokes, who hit three 3s in the first half. “And they weren’t falling in the second quarter.”
“I honestly believe it started in our locker room,” Johnson added. “We were very hyped coming into this game and we knew that we had to prove ourselves down at the shore, not being one of the few shore teams that’s not from the shore, so we were really hyped coming into the game and I think that fueled us in the first quarter.”
Rumson-Fair Haven started to find its groove in the third quarter, scoring 23 points. Julia Corsentino led with nine that quarter, including two 3-pointers. For the game, the Bulldogs hit on 10 3-pointers, with four coming from Corsentino.
“We came in trying to hold them to four three-pointers because we knew they were a three-point team,” Johnson said. “So we were just trying to limit the amount of shots they could get on the perimeter.”
Stokes scored a team-high 24 points for Ewing, while Johnson contributed 22 points. Te’Yala Delfosse added 13 points.
Corsentino led Rumson-Fair Haven with a game-high 27 points. Raquel Guidetti finished with 10 points and Notine chipped in nine points, including two 3-pointers.
Stokes, Johnson and Delfosse were named to the All-Tournament team, along with Corsentino and Guidetti of Rumson-Fair Haven. Manchester Township’s Devyn Quigley, who scored her 1,000th point on Thursday and also set tournament records for points in a game with 47 and total points scored in the tournament with 125, was also named to the tournament team.
Ewing, which returned a majority of its team that only lost two games last season, will use Friday night’s tournament win as a spring board as it looks to repeat last year’s success, along with its chemistry and defense.
“This is our second year together, like all of us together, and we return a lot of players so that’s what been helping us win these games,” Stokes said.
“I’d say our defense, our defense is pretty lock down,” Johnson said. “When we’re playing defense like we know how to play defense, not many teams can break it, like not even our press, or our man-to-man defense. We’re a very competitive team and we know how to communicate on defense.”
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Acme, ShopRite: Christmas 2022 Grocery Store Hours In New Jersey
Pat McDanielhttps://patch.com/new-jersey/rumson/acme-shoprite-christmas-2022-grocery-store-hours-new-jersey
Find out where to pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions from Acme, ShopRite and Stop & Shop in the Rumson area. RUMSON-FAIR HAVEN, NJ — Families across New Jersey are preparing to gather this Christmas, when many will enjoy good company, lots of presents and the perfect holiday meal.In our quest to make that perfect holiday meal, it’s quite possible we’ll forget an item or two on our grocery lists. While many grocery stores in New Jersey will close on Christmas Day, a few will be open for ...
Find out where to pick up those last-minute Christmas dinner additions from Acme, ShopRite and Stop & Shop in the Rumson area.
RUMSON-FAIR HAVEN, NJ — Families across New Jersey are preparing to gather this Christmas, when many will enjoy good company, lots of presents and the perfect holiday meal.
In our quest to make that perfect holiday meal, it’s quite possible we’ll forget an item or two on our grocery lists. While many grocery stores in New Jersey will close on Christmas Day, a few will be open for those last-minute additions to the menu. Most also will be open Christmas Eve.
Here are the hours for grocery stores that will be open on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day in our area, along with those that won’t. As always, Patch encourages you to call ahead to your local store to confirm hours at that location.
Acme: Stores in Fair Haven, Freehold and Wall are open on Christmas Eve from to 6 p.m. and on Christmas Day from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., but call or go online to check hours.
Aldi: ALDI stores are closed on Christmas Day. However, ALDI stores will operate limited hours on Christmas Eve and will close by 7 p.m.
BJ’s Wholesale Club: Stores will be open on Christmas Eve and closed on Christmas Day.
Costco: Some stores will be open for limited hours on Christmas Eve, and all stores will be closed Christmas Day. Call ahead to confirm hours with your local store.
CVS: While many CVS Pharmacy locations, including 24 hours locations, will remain open on Christmas, some pharmacy hours may be reduced or locations closed for the holiday. Customers are encouraged to call ahead to confirm hours at their preferred locations.
Dearborn Market, Holmdel: The store is open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Christmas Eve . It is closed Christmas Day.
Delicious Orchards, Colts Neck: The store is open Dec. 24 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. It is closed Christmas Day.
SuperFoodtown of Red Bank: The store is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Christmas Eve. It is closed Christmas Day.
Food Emporium, Marlboro: The store is open 7 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Christmas Eve and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. Christmas Day.
Green's Natural Foods, Shrewsbury: The store is open Christmas Eve from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. It is closed on Christmas Day.
Lidl: Most stores will close at 7 p.m. Christmas Eve and remain closed through Christmas Day.
QuickChek: Most stores close at 10 p.m. Christmas Eve and are open 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Christmas Day. Stores with fuel are generally open 24 hours, but that can vary. Go online to check the store near you.
Rite Aid: Most locations will be open Christmas Eve, and select stores will be open Christmas Day; however, hours will vary. Call ahead to confirm hours.
Sam’s Club: Stores will be open until 6 p.m. Christmas Eve and will be closed on Christmas Day.
7-Eleven: Locations are open on Christmas Day, but hours may vary. Call the local store or go online to confirm hours of operation.
ShopRite: Hours will vary by location. Call ahead to your local store to confirm hours.
Stop & Shop: Stores in New Jersey will close at 6 p.m. Christmas Eve. All stores will be closed on Christmas Day.
Target: Most stores will close at 8 p.m. Christmas Eve. All stores are closed Christmas Day.
Trader Joe’s: All stores will close at 6 p.m. Christmas Eve. Stores are closed Christmas Day.
Walgreens: Walgreens stores will be open regular business hours on Christmas Eve. Pharmacy hours will vary by location. All 24-hour locations will remain open 24 hours. On Christmas Day, most stores will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., while 24-hour Walgreens locations and 24-hour pharmacies will remain open. Customers can check their local store hours using this store locator.
Walmart: Stores will be open from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve. Stores are closed Christmas Day.
Wawa: Most locations will be open 24 hours on Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Wegmans: Stores will close at 6 p.m. on Christmas Eve and remain closed on Christmas Day.
Whole Foods: Stores will be open on Christmas Eve, but hours will vary by location. Call ahead to your preferred store to confirm hours. All stores are closed Christmas Day.
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100 Years Of Scouting In Fair Haven Gets Honor From Council
Pat McDanielhttps://patch.com/new-jersey/rumson/100-years-scouting-fair-haven-gets-honor-council
FAIR HAVEN, NJ —The Fair Haven Borough Council recently recognized Dec. 6 as the 100th anniversary of Scouting in the borough.And, as Scoutmaster of Troop 125, Borough Council President Chris Rodriguez felt particularly proud about the Borough Council proclamation."Scouting in Fair Haven has been around for a century, thanks to the youth who participated and the volunteers, leaders and parents who dedicated countless time to the endeavor," he said."Our current Scouts represent the future of Scouting ...
FAIR HAVEN, NJ —The Fair Haven Borough Council recently recognized Dec. 6 as the 100th anniversary of Scouting in the borough.
And, as Scoutmaster of Troop 125, Borough Council President Chris Rodriguez felt particularly proud about the Borough Council proclamation.
"Scouting in Fair Haven has been around for a century, thanks to the youth who participated and the volunteers, leaders and parents who dedicated countless time to the endeavor," he said.
"Our current Scouts represent the future of Scouting in town. For all of this, we tip our hats to all of those that came before us and we will be good stewards of the program going forward for the next generation," Rodriguez said.
According to the proclamation, which was approved unanimously on Dec. 19, Dec. 6 of 1922 was the date the first Scout troop was organized here by Dr. E. F. Stewart and Alfred Marcellus under the Boy Scouts of America. The national organization was incorporated on Feb. 8, 1910.
The proclamation not only recognized Boy Scouts, it also recognized the contributions of Explorer Units and Girl Scouts of the USA, "which all share values and goals."
There are two Scouts BSA troops in Fair Haven (girls and boys): Troop 125 G and Troop 125 B and Cub Pack 127. There are also several Girl Scout of the USA troops that operate independently, Rodriguez said.
Mayor Josh Halpern and the Borough Council named Dec. 6, 2022, as "Fair Haven's Scouting 100th Anniversary Day."
The council encourages "all citizens to join in congratulating the many volunteer leaders, parents, church and community organizations who have generously allowed bringing this values-based program to our young people for the past 100 years, and many more to come."
Rodriguez said Scouting helps develop lots of useful skills for young people:
"Scouting offers our youth an opportunity to build on the skills they learn at school, in athletics and through other community organizations, namely, Scouts utilize the outdoor method of teaching leadership, civics, and values to be used throughout their lifetime.
"Many of the life skills learned in Scouting are useful in adulthood, including planning, lifesaving, first aid, emergency preparedness and advanced communications."
"Our Scouts build critical and practical management skills at a young age and emerge as talented leaders in high school, making them excellent college candidates and beyond."
Rumson-Fair Haven over Middletown South - Boys basketball recap
Nj.comhttps://highschoolsports.nj.com/game/795005
2PT 3PT FTM FTA PTS REB AST BLK STL Owen Richter 5 1 3 5 16 6 2 0 0 ...
| 2PT | 3PT | FTM | FTA | PTS | REB | AST | BLK | STL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owen Richter | 5 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 16 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Will Nugent | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
| Alex Lescavage | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Matt Sliva | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Ryan Denery | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Carmine DeCrescenzo | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brady Hahn | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Pat Brown | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 16 | 9 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Dylan Csik | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 6 | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Totals: | 18 | 5 | 3 | 8 | 54 | 28 | 14 | 0 | 6 |
| 2PT | 3PT | FTM | FTA | PTS | REB | AST | BLK | STL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nick Rigby | 1 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Mason Yablonski | 3 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Markus Brown | 1 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| David Carr | 0 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Luke Schorr | 1 | 1 | 5 | 6 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Evan Keane | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sean Trinder | 2 | 0 | 2 | 4 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Totals: | 8 | 11 | 13 | 18 | 60 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
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No. 5 Sparta uses heart, hustle and grit to edge No. 17 Rumson-Fair Haven
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Catherine Wille gathered her team a few feet behind Sparta’s bench and began lauding her team’s effort.It would’ve been easy for Wille’s team to come out flat against Rumson-Fair Haven, especially having dealt with the news earlier in the week that Brynn McCurry, a First-Team All-State player a year ago, is out for the year after sustaining a knee injury.But Sparta, with McCurry watching from the bench, used heart, hustle, grit and determination as the No. 5 Spartans defeated No. 17 Rumson-Fair Haven 54-...
Catherine Wille gathered her team a few feet behind Sparta’s bench and began lauding her team’s effort.
It would’ve been easy for Wille’s team to come out flat against Rumson-Fair Haven, especially having dealt with the news earlier in the week that Brynn McCurry, a First-Team All-State player a year ago, is out for the year after sustaining a knee injury.
But Sparta, with McCurry watching from the bench, used heart, hustle, grit and determination as the No. 5 Spartans defeated No. 17 Rumson-Fair Haven 54-45 as part of Shore Games of the She Got Game Classic at the Fort Athletic Club on Friday evening.
Sparta (1-0) dove for loose balls, crashed the offensive boards, played tough defense and it felt like it won seemingly every 50/50 ball. It was an inspired performance for Willie’s squad, who beat Rumson for the second time in two years.
“We’ve been dealing with a lot this week, and I didn’t want this team that we had lost faith just because Brynn wasn’t on that floor,” Wille said. “I told them before this game in practice every day, you’re playing against some of the top players in the state, so you gotta do the extra things out there because this team we’re playing tonight they are hungry because they lost last night.
“So those extra things; you gotta do that extra dive. You gotta get the extra rebound.”
Ally Sweeney poured in a game-high 21 points and Bailey Chapman chipped in with 19 points.
The contest was tied at 36 after three quarters as both teams struggled hitting shots from the field. Sparta, though was able to seal the contest at the free-throw line, with Chapman making eight free throws in the final eight minutes.
Sparta had to dig deep without McCurry.
The Spartans took their coach’s advice about making the extra plays to keep possessions alive. It started in the first quarter and continued until the buzzer went off at the end of the game.
Sweeney pushed the offense, getting into the lane and putting pressure on Rumson’s defense and finding open shooters. Chapman knocked down open shots and led the defensive effort. Her sister Molly Chapman and the Munier sisters, Mason and Rylee, each played their roles as best as they could, showcasing heart and grit.
“Our energy,” said Sweeney when asked what she thought the difference was in the win. “We always say we’re a third-quarter team and (assistant) coach Meg Jent came in the huddle, and she said to us, ‘We’re not gonna drive two hours to get a loss.’ We just took that to heart and ran with it.”
Chapman drew the assignment of guarding Julia Corsentino, one of the top players in the Shore Conference and in the state. Chapman did her best to limit Corsentino, shadowing her for most of the contest. Corsentino finished with a team-high 19 points, but Chapman made her earn it.
“Corsentino is such a great player, and I’m always up for the challenge,” Chapman said. “We did a lot of scouting, and Wille put in a lot of notes and really prepared me for what to do, and it was just a great battle with her.”
Rumson-Fair Haven (0-2) battled some fatigue after playing against No. 11 St. Rose on Opening Night.
The Bulldogs struggled withsloppy play throughout and missed several layups around the basket. Their field goal attempts late in the contest fell short, a sign a tired legs.
Corsentino, who scored her 1,000th career point against St. Rose, was held scoreless in the first quarter but turned it on from the second quarter on. Erin Reid added eight points for Rumson.
“I think we got a great team, and I think we’ll get there,” Rumson coach Dave Callahan said. “It’s just gonna take some time. We got some new pieces, and we have to fit them together, but we’ll get there.”For Sparta, the defending Group 3 champions, Friday’s win was a good sign of finding a way to win without McCurry.
It’ll be like that the rest of the year, but the players on the team have the pedigree from last season to keep on winning games.
“They are competitive. They don’t want to do anything less than they did last year,” Wille said. “They don’t want to lose. They wanna keep winning.”
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