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I just had the hardest conversation of my life with our team. So thankful to the 2020 unit. Your legacy is the culture you left behind and you guys set the bar remarkably high.
#OurBrand
#OurCulture
#OurLegacy
It's about the relationships- love you guys.
Getting ready for Day
#4
. We demand the kids social distance and wear masks. Yet, I see adults everywhere I go around town that don't wear masks-- I am pleading with you all,
#MaskUp
so these kids have a chance to go back to school and play in the fall. It's bigger than you.
I am scared to death of the mental state of our student-athletes and I'm not afraid to say it. Repercussions including Drugs/Alcohol/Depression and more. Grades will suffer. Lives will change. Find a way to play.
@PIAASports
-Great job fighting back today!!
When the Team Manager gives the greatest pre-game Meal speech ever-- you've already won. This is one of the best moments I've ever seen in my time here. Thank you Johnny!!! It was Epic.
#WeARE
#HolmdelProud
Congratulations to Jaden Gallo. He ran for 302 yards on 22 carries and not only passed 1k for the year , but he also became Holmdel’s all-time single season rushing leader with 1288 yards .
He joins his brother Dean as the only HHS players to ever have multiple 1k yard seasons.
Coach taking his talents on the road to FDU for an internship that will help him complete his Masters Degree. Going to miss you Coach. U always have a home here when you decide to come back to HS coaching. That's "when", not "if" --the force is strong in you-- you'll be back.
Beyond proud to be associated with the young men, their families and the community of the '18 HHS football team. We did things this year that a lot of people told me were impossible to do here. So much love and gratitude to the SR class. Thank you the commitment to the process!
On behalf of the Holmdel football community, I'd like to extend our sincere condolences for the heartbreaking loss of Kyle Mullen. Our thoughts & prayers are with the Mullen Family and the Manalapan community. THANK YOU for your service. A true hero 🇺🇸🇺🇸
What an amazing opportunity.
So-you mean that D1 schools actually recruit kids that aren't enrolled in just the top 2-3 schools in a conference? If you are good enough they'll find you
And they found a great one.
Congrats
#79
. We're very happy for you and very proud of you.
Congrats to "my" guys-Been with most of you since you were 5 years old and you've made my life immeasurably better. Hope you learned a few things along the way-Life is about relationships, being part of something bigger than just yourself and giving back. 🏈❤️OurBrand OurCulture
Jeff -You've taken every snap here for 3 years and helped transform the culture through your hard work and dedication. I have watched you break through every obstacle, both on the field and off, and I can't wait to see what the next 4 years brings. Congrats on signing with RPI!
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We ran for the football for 2500 yards in 7 games & averaged 8.7 yards per carry - Are you not entertained?
A huge thank you to
@RFootball
and
@coachharasymiak
for stopping by today. Class act all the way around. You can learn a lot in a 30 minute conversation and it's really awesome to listen to what they are doing at RU. The State of Rutgers is in great hands.
#NJTough
I am sitting here watching these with such an appreciation for the unbelievable power of 'team' and grit. We have come a long way and they are still so hungry. New school squat record. Nicholas Iulo. 525lbs. Congrats Nicky!
Culture has changed. Real work being done and kids train hard for each other & their team. These are a few of the PR's that came out of the room yesterday and today should be a highly spirited environment for Cleans and Squats. Congrats to Gary Alaimo, for new school record
#350
I echo the sentiment of many NJ High School coaches. So thankful for the community/district support over the summer. I am extraordinarily proud of our staff and players for their ability to adapt and strive for excellence. Wasn't sure we'd ever make it this far-but we are READY!
Congrats
@gallo_jaden
for your selection to the All-Shore team as a 1st Team RB. So very well deserved--the perfect mix of speed and power and tailor made for what we do, Gallo set the Hornet All-time single season rushing record with over 1400 yards in 2021. Well done
#11
!!!
Congratulations to Holmdel_FB Alum Vincent Vitiello on his graduation from USMC officer candidate school. He was commissioned today as a 2nd Lieutenant. Our community is very proud of you
#29
. 🏈🇺🇸🇺🇸🏈
Congratulations to Quinn Pavlinetz for his selection to the New Jersey Football Coaches Association Super 100 football team-- to my knowledge, this is the first time the Hornets have been represented on this elite unit.
#HolmdelProud
With this carry, Jaden gallo crosses the 1k yard mark for the season. Congrats to jaden and to hogs up front. Gutsy performance yesterday against a great program.
#OurBrand
Big Shout out to the freshman players and coaches-- Finished the season 6-1 and had a great team win today. Well done-- future looks bright for the Hornets!
A huge Thank You to all of the coaches on staff. The HC gets way too much credit when teams win-This was a great TEAM..and a great TEAM of coaches as well. Thank you all for the energy, commitment and knowledge that you bring to the program. I appreciate you!!!
This might be the best thing on the internet right now.
@bigdogjkaye4
Coach Kaye digging in and showing the players how it’s done! Nice form Coach!! I wonder what was going through the neighbors minds seeing this happening on the street?
#NextManUp
Congrats to
@ThomasSardo
for his selection to the All-Shore team as a LB. The heart and soul of the unit for 3 years, his legacy will be as an absolute warrior- one of the toughest kids I've ever coached. 3x All-Division, 2x All-Shore. Great player & better person. Love ya
#27
Shocker. Game is safer than ever. Greatest team sport ever. Teaches the best lessons ever. Teaches kids to be a part of something bigger than themselves (or their Fortnite). Let the kid play.
I don't know how this all ends, but am very proud of our players, families, staff, administration and BOE. There's been nothing but support at every turn and that is all we can ask right now.
One Town. One Team. One Goal. Thank you all🙏
@HolmdelHornets
@HolmdelBOE
A college teammate and friend, "Vio" was a great guy--so full of energy and life. No one will ever wear that jersey # here as long as I am around-that is reserved for the memory of Chris Vialonga. RIP my friend.I will never forget the horror of that day.Hug your loved ones tight!
Tackle Depression Team Member Spotlight:
Jeff Rainess
(Holmdel High School Head Football Coach)
He learned about the Tackle Depression platform during the pandemic and has become increasingly interested in developing ways to increase awareness and treatment of mental health‼️
@joey_mancino
Congrats on being named to the NJFCA Super 100 All-State Team. You've joined the ranks of multiple current/former NJ
@NFL
players, hundreds of
@ncaa
athletes & countless leaders impacting communities everyday! Keep striving for growth & always stay
#JerseyTough
Jack- Congrats on signing to play football for Christopher Newport University in Virginia. You were an exceptional teammate, a great player and great leader during an outstanding career here @ HHS. CNU is getting a great player &an even better person. All the best to you 72!!
This has given me some real perspective, on my own life and the journey our group has taken. I'll post a play here or there that comes to mind. These milestones mean a great deal to kids that built this thing. Here is our very 1st snap. We ran R32.. and I'd bet u it was on quick.
Don’t ever say I don’t practice what I preach! Got up early this morning and got my workout in, then worked in the yard all day, and then worked on some “drive blocking” -Hey
@BrickCoachZ
-
#NextManUp
There is a whole bunch of Holmdel W’s in this picture. Battle of former QB1’s- Jeff DeCicco (2016-2018) and Christian “Gunny” Donnelly (2019-20) locking it up today in a battle of nationally ranked D3 teams (RPI v Hobart) . Proud of you both!
Congratulations Joe! This is huge !!! It’s been an honor to watch you go through the process and grow into the fine young man you are today. We are very proud of you!!
#GBR
!
Had a great conversation with
@Coach_Kvalheim
yesterday about the
@TackleDpression
platform. Our kids will need coaching this fall whether we play or not-- Food for thought for the coaching community -I think we need to make sure we have answers for the mental toll this may take.
With 1,197 rushing yards in 2018,
@DeanGallo32
becomes the programs All-Time leading rusher! For 2018 he averaged 9.9 yards per carry with 18 TDS . Career line : 393 carries for 2,786 yards and 31 TD's. Congrats to a great young man -- you owe your lineman a steak dinner!!
Here is a clip that is perfect for today. 2018 vs. Somerville. in the playoffs. We take the football and cap off a 70 yard drive with this play. But the real winner here is Coach Fallon--check out the reaction. I think he's back to doing what he was meant to do- Thank U Coach.
FINAL: Holmdel 20, SJV 14
@HolmdelHornets
Gary Collyer rushes in the 9-yard rushing touchdown and has Holmdel starting off 2-0 in ‘23. Down 14-7 with 3 minutes left, Holmdel tied it up and won in OT. What a game.
@ShoreSportsNet
@Bob_Badders
We are eternally grateful to those men and women who have fought and sacrificed for our country. Wishing your family a happy, safe and peaceful Memorial Day.
I love our country. God Bless the USA.
@Holmdel_FB
has earned a spot in the 2021 NJSIAA playoffs. I love our kids and the toughness we have played with. Congratulations to the entire program and the Holmdel community.
We will be @ Manasquan on Saturday. Time is still TBD.
I am beyond proud of our guys. Great job🏈
So proud of Jaden, his teammates and our alumni/town for the collective effort that has gone into trying to make our program respectable. We are so proud of you Jaden! Looking forward to watching you representing HOLMDEL tonight.
GAMEDAY!!
#OurBrand
#OurCulture
#OurLegacy
#OurHouse
Kickoff 6pm
Beyond excited for the opportunity to go do our thing tonight. For those that cannot attend (no tickets sold at the door), there is a livestreaming link :
Great win. Great atmosphere. Great TEAM.
Holmdel football still perfect, topping Matawan, 21-7, as incredible turnaround continues via
@asburyparkpress
Congrats
@Nickiulo51
on his commitment to play college football at
@UrsinusFootball
. The Bears are getting a gritty, hard-nosed kid that played every snap on both sides of the ball for us over the past two years. I expect big things coming out of Collegeville
#51
! We are Proud!!
Congrats to all of our Hornet alums opening up their NCAa seasons this weekend. Here’s a cool shot of big Joe Mancino as a member of the Nebraska Cornhuskers !
On behalf of the Holmdel Football community, I'd like to express our most sincere condolences to the Manalapan Football program and the entire Braves community. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. 🙏🏈🇺🇸
@DominickLepore1
@FansManalapan
Congrats
@JohnnyOBeirne
on being selected to the '18 All-Shore game. His passion and outstanding work ethic led to him being named a CAPTAIN for the Monmouth team. This tops off an outstanding career for
#13
- continue to move mountains and break down walls Johnny! Nice swag BTW!
Congratulations to Danny Tempone
@JeannieAgnes
for winning the Special Teams play of the year tonight at the
@JSZ_Sports
Banquet. 3rd year in a row the Hornets have had a winner!!
@Rich_Chrampanis
@ByJayCookNJ
and the rest of the JSZ crew- as usual, first class all the way. TY!!
Congrats
@DeanGallo32
on a great game and an unbelievable HS career. One of the best young men (both on the field and off) I’ve ever had the fortune to coach-
#wehavefastguystoo
Love this team. Article says it all- The culture was built around the sum being bigger than the individual parts. TEAM First! We are going to give it everything we've got.
HS football: Previewing Central Jersey, Group 3 state tournament quarterfinals
When people ask me how our season went — my standard response is “we will find out in 10 years” when we see what kind of young men we have put out into the world.
Took a drive by the “office” today — there was a remarkable amount of work done on that field. A lot of emotions watching it go but so excited to see the new turf and go make new memories.
#HolmdelExcellence
#2020Vision
Another new record holder for the Hornets. Joe Mancino ties the clean record. We work hard on hip explosion for hang cleans and Big Joe showing just how explosive he is. This is the movement most closely correlated to football-- and man, it's just fun to watch !
The Hornets own the ⏰to score a big road win! Holmdel puts together 2 long drives in a 17-7 win at Red Bank Regional. Watch all the highlights now 🏈👉
@HolmdelAD
@holmdel_fb
Good luck to our freshman football team tomorrow as they look to go 5-1 on the year in a matchup against a very good Marlboro team. Give 'em hell Hornets!! Finish strong, boys!
🏈JSZ Camp Countdown: Holmdel🏈
The Hornets are primed for a big turnaround with Jeff Rainess back on the sidelines to lead the program he turned into a winner.
📽️Click here to watch the FULL Holmdel preview⬇️
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@HolmdelHornets
@Holmdel_FB
As I break down the year, I am so prideful of how a HS Football team can bring a town together like nothing else. I love everything about this video. Stands are packed, stadium at full capacity with terrible towels out in full force. Kids played so hard. HS football is great!!
Huskies drive down to Holmdel’s 24 and are stopped on 4th and 5. Penalty against Matawan after play was dead. Might just be wrapped up with under five to play.
21-7 Holmdel, 4:58 left
@Bob_Badders
@Holmdel_FB
@ShoreSportsNet
Equipment handout-Love that we're heading into another season, but its not lost on me I'm giving equipment to 13 seniors knowing this is it for them- Excited for the journey ahead and humbled by the oppty to lead. TY all for buying in -let's go see if we can get
#ONEMORE2019
!
Program. Going frm lowest div to 2nd highest in 2 years isn't responsible, it's not safe, and it's not right. My kids and my town deserve better. I'll go back to work with my guys and get them ready-- but they deserve better and I will continue to advocate.
@ShoreSports_NJ
Thank you. Maybe they will listen to someone else besides me. Not for nothing — RFH wins - maybe, just maybe — this is part of the reason why ??? Stop making excuses and go lift weights .
If you are being told that weight training, including in season, is not beneficial...you need to seriously think twice about whether or not that person has your best interest at heart. Look at ANY major college team in ANY SPORT. They lift. End of story.
Congrats to Holmdels
@nickbauman12
and
@joedac3
for adding all shore academic to their long list of awards. Two great contributors that played unselfish football and got it done in the classroom. Very proud of you both.
Some guys might be satisfied with huge gains in the weight room during the winter after an all conference, award-winning soph season that saw
#27
lead the unit in tackles ..not this kid, he will never be outworked . I expect big things from
@ThomasSardo
in 2020 and beyond
Congrats to our Holmdel boys!
A HUGE congrats to the
@NJSIAA
, the
@ShoreSports_NJ
- and all the conferences, coaches and players that banned together to work through this mess. Kids got to play the game we love because of the great effort of leadership around the state. TY 🏈🇺🇸
Super proud of our guys. Congrats
@garycollyer2
and the whole Hornet 'Bunch'.
Shore Sports Network Week 4 Divisional Football Players of the Week
@ShoreSportsNet