WHS Athletics: Spring 2026

The Westfield High School student-athletes are having an impressive spring season to wrap up a successful 2025-2026 school year. We are excited to highlight the accomplishments of our Blue Devil athletes and coaches, as well as share updates from our athletic trainers. We are so proud of the incredible dedication shown by our athletes, coaches, and entire athletics department.

Whether you're a parent, student, alum, or Blue Devil fan, we hope this report brings you closer to the action and showcases the pride we all share in Westfield Athletics.

Thank you for supporting our teams and let’s continue to cheer on our Blue Devils as they strive for excellence both on and off the field.

Go Blue Devils!

The Westfield High School Boys Golf team won the NJSIAA Group 4 Section 2 Championship on May 5, 2026 at High Bridge Hills Golf Club. Chase Simms finished second, (70), Jack Brouillard (72) finished sixth, Eli Diamant (72) finished eighth, Dingwen Yang (72) placed 12th, and Chris Smok (73) finished 14th to earn the team sectional championship for the second consecutive year. The Boys Golf team also won the 2026 Union County Championship for the third consecutive year.

Westfield High School Boys Volleyball won their first Union County Championship by defeating Elizabeth 2-1 (25-22; 25-27, 25-15) on May 15th at Kean University. This is Westfield's first Union County Volleyball Championship.

Westfield High School Girls Lacrosse celebrated several team and individual milestones this season. The Blue Devils are the Stars and Stripes Red Conference Champions and the Blue Cup versus Pingry winners. Individual milestones include:

• Gillian Cohen: 300 career points, 200 career goals, 100 points in a season achieved, Most points in a season with 114, Program record of most assists in a season with 44
• Kate Cymbor: 100 draw controls, 100 career points, 100 goals, 100 forced turnovers, 100 ground balls, Program record of most draw controls in a season with 89
• Maeve Wojcik: 100 ground balls, 100 forced turnovers, Program record of career forced turnovers of 181, Program record for most forced turnovers in a season with 81

The Westfield High School Flag Football team are the 2026 BCC White Division Champions. The Blue Devils advanced to the BCC tournament for the third consecutive year.

The Westfield High School Boys Track 4 x 800 relay team of Christian Buonopane, Nikos Davlouros, Declan McGorty, Brody Toriello won the Group 4 state championship. Christian Buonopane, Nikos Davlouros, Declan McGorty, Brody Toriello also placed 4th at the NJ Meet of Champions in the 4 x 800 Relay.

The Westfield High School Girls Track and Field Team won their heats in the 4 x 400 Relay and 4 x 100 Relay at the 2026 Penn Relays in Philadelphia. This is the largest and oldest outdoor relay meet in the US. They were awarded the Penn Relay wheel for each event, which is a very prestigious award. Scarlett Goldman, Regan Stevens, Maya Nair, and Lidia Wright ran on the winning 4 x 400 relay team and Michela Hurley, Scarlett Goldman, Maya Nair, and Lidia Wright ran on the winning 4 x 100 relay team.

The Westfield High School Baseball are the 2026 Union County JV Baseball champions. The Blue Devils defeated Governor Livingston 11-5 at Kean University to win the county championship.

Lily Patel won the 2026 Union County Girls Golf Individual title at the Suburban Golf Course. This is her fourth consecutive win of the county title.

Nine Westfield High School Seniors signed Letters of Intent to continue their academic and athletic careers on the collegiate level on April 16, 2026. Along with the twenty-five seniors that participated in the fall signing day ceremony, a total of thirty-four Westfield High School seniors will be participating in colligate athletics. Congratulations to the following student-athletes:

• Daniel Berardi: Wrestling - Muhlenberg College
• Alyssa Catalano: Softball - Penn State - Abington
• Joseph Dimattina: Football - Union College
• Jack Graham: Volleyball - Marymount University
• Max MacEacheron: Basketball - Gettysburg College
• Matthew Robertson: Sailing - Fordham University
• Brody Toriello: XC/Track - Marist College
• Cole Weidler: Football - University of New England
• Connor Whelan: Football - Colby College

Westfield student-athletes participated in the Union County Conference Sportsmanship Summit on April 15, 2026 at Union Catholic. This summit brought together Union County student-athletes, athletic directors, and coaches. The focus of the summit was to provide a forum for attendees to discuss the importance of leadership, respect, and integrity in athletics with their peers in the county.

On Wednesday, May 13, 2026 the Westfield Booster Association honored 43 senior athletes with scholarships in recognition of their outstanding achievements both on and off the field. Congratulations to the following scholarship recipients:

• Advisors’ Award - Female Recipient: Riley Carr
• Advisors’ Award - Male Recipient: Ben Barshtak
• Ally Hornstein Hockey Scholarship: Ella Delaney
• Alumni Scholarship: Benjamin Bukiet-Beker
• Athletic Directors’ Scholarship: Callie Schmidt
• Brett Defazio Memorial Scholarship: Sofia Buoscio
• Brown Family Scholarship: Maeve Wojcik
• Bruce Johnson Memorial Scholarship - Female Recipient: Cecilia Wiggins
• Bruce Johnson Memorial Scholarship - Male Recipient: Dylan Lagrimas
• Captain's Scholarship: Maya Nair
• Charles & Margaret Burgdorf Scholarship: Luke Spaide
• Deborah Tuohy Memorial Scholarship: Ben Seward
• Devin Family Hockey Scholarship: Andrew Lisnock
• Executive Committee Award: Alice Manzo
• Friends and Family of Marge and Bob Brewster: Connor Whelan
• Gary Kehler Award: Luke Sluberski
• George Kapner Scholarship: Evan Kahn
• Girls Softball League of Westfield Scholarship: Leah Abrams
• Girls Volleyball Scholarship: Emelia Dengler
• Greta Schoenemann Memorial Scholarship: Andie Janota
• Henry Meacock Memorial Scholarship: Alex Rokhsar
• Jack Lorentzen Memorial Scholarship: Logan Welsh
• Jack Martin Spirit Award: Douglas Gee
• Jake Tooley Memorial Scholarship: Lily Patel
• Jim Nicoll Scholarship Award: Christian Buonopane
• John Byrnne Memorial Scholarship: Jake Zemsky
• Kiamie Marshall Family Hockey Award: Nick Benson
• Kiamie Marshall Family Lacrosse Award: Quinn Flor
• Mary Splaine Memorial Scholarship: Declan McGorty
• Meghan Kelley Memorial Award: Mary Lane
• Nick Gismondi Memorial Scholarship: Chloe Martin
• President’s Award: Kayla Reyes
• Thomas C Pfeiffer Memorial Scholarship: Jake Russell
• Thomas Hornish Achievement Award: Vanessa Larkin
• Toni Bristol Honorary Award: Megan Logan
• Walter L. Clarkson Honorary Award: Brody Toriello
• Westfield Baseball League Award: Liam Sullivan
• Westfield Basketball Association Award - Female Recipient: Sophie Lane
• Westfield Basketball Association Award - Male Recipient: Max MacEacheron
• Westfield Lacrosse Club Award - Female Recipient: Gillian Cohen
• Westfield Lacrosse Club Award - Male Recipient: Cooper Cimei
• Westfield Wrestling Foundation Scholarship Award: Dan Berardi
• XC/Track & Field Scholarship: Claire Sewald

Ben Seward and Maeve Wojcik were selected as the Union County Scholar Athletes from Westfield High School. Ben and Maeve were honored at a ceremony at Arthur L. Johnson High School on June 9, 2026. Ben will continue his academic and athletic career at Stevens University as a member of their Men's Lacrosse team. Maeve will continue her academic and athletic career at Tufts University as a member of their Women's Lacrosse team. Congratulations to Ben and Maeve!

The Westfield High School girls basketball team had a very successful season, winning the NJSIAA Group 4 Section 2 Championship and advancing to the state championship final at Jersey Mike's Area. The team was recognized at the Westfield Board of Education meeting for their sectional championship win.

Congratulations to all of the Westfield High School athletes on an exceptional year of athletic accomplishments. You can view the Fall 2025 and Winter 2025-2026 recap videos. The Spring 2026 recap video will be posted on the Westfield High School athletics website shortly.

Published on April 29, 2026

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While many Blue Devil athletes finish off their time at WHS with a single highlight season as a senior, senior co-captain of the girls golf team Lily Patel has been making her mark on WHS golf since day one.

On April 14, Patel secured first place in the Union County Championship with a score of 79. This was her fourth consecutive title as the Union County Champion, and continued her streak as the tournament’s sole victor since its inception in 2022.

Patel’s accomplishment as a senior is impressive, but head coach Kevin Everly noted that achieving the same title all four years is even more striking. He said, “Being able to do it as a freshman coming in, and against seniors and juniors, it was pretty impressive that she did it that early on.”

Her experience as a four-year member of the varsity girls golf team and captain both her junior and senior years is what allows her to remain calm during high-pressure matches, including the Union County tournament. Patel said, “I’ve gained an incredible amount of experience over the years. With this tournament being played at Suburban [Golf Club] every year, I’ve grown more familiar with the layout, so going into this round, I was confident in my strategy and knew where I could and could not miss the ball.”

This level of preparation helped Patel to secure the win, but she also focused on staying present leading up to the tournament, as the game of golf can be unpredictable. Different courses require different strategies, and Patel recognized what she needed to do to minimize her score. She said, “Putting was difficult, especially with the greens being aerated, so it was tough to gauge the speed of putts. Suburban is a tight, tree-lined course as well, so I think my placement off the tee was good. I couldn’t take driver off most of the holes, so it was important to find the fairway when I was taking clubs less than driver.”

Patel’s strategy clearly worked, and her success is drawing attention to the girls golf program. For Patel, this win not only signifies a personal accomplishment, but it will also leave a lasting impact on the team when she graduates this June. “It means a lot to be able to get my name up there four years in a row. Girls golf is still a growing program at WHS, but I think each year the team continues to make history, continuing to draw more and more attention to the sport,” Patel said.

For the program, Everly says that Patel will leave an impact and inspire future Blue Devil golfers. He said, “It’ll always be, this is what Lily did, so it’s gonna raise the standard for some of the girls coming in. She set the bar pretty high.”

Echoing Everly, senior Chloe Martin noted how Patel’s success has helped foster a competitive team environment. Martin said, “She’s such a role model for everyone on the team, and I think a lot of girls on the team look up to her. She definitely creates a competitive culture, and she pushes people to be their best, perform their best and just work hard at practice.”

Even with her outstanding four-peat, Patel is looking ahead to the rest of the season, where she has already outlined goals for herself. As defending conference champion, she is hoping to defend that title also to nicely finish off her career golfing as a Blue Devil.

Her success in the sport is not stopping once she walks across the graduation stage. Next year, Patel will attend the Matt DeJohn Golf Academy in Palm City, FL, a highly regarded golf institution, with the ultimate goal of playing golf at the collegiate level. “The coaches down there are amazing, and I absolutely love the program, so I am excited to see the opportunities that next year brings,” Patel said.

Don't Let the Summer Sun Put You on the Bench!

Summer is here! That means longer days, outdoor workouts, practices, camps, vacations, and plenty of opportunities to enjoy the sunshine. But while you're focused on having fun and performing your best, the summer heat may be working against you.

Think of your body like a car. On a hot day, if the engine doesn't have enough coolant, it overheats. Your body's coolant is water! When you sweat, you're helping your body stay cool. The problem is that every drop of sweat takes water and important minerals out of your system.

When you don't replace those fluids, you may start to notice warning signs such as headaches, dizziness, muscle cramps, fatigue, or nausea. Ignore those signs, and you could be headed toward heat exhaustion or even heat stroke—a serious medical emergency. The good news? Staying cool and hydrated is simple.

Summer Survival Tips

💧 Drink water throughout the day—not just during practice.

🍉 Eat water-rich foods like watermelon, oranges, strawberries, and cucumbers.

🧢 Wear light-colored clothing and seek shade whenever possible.

❄️ Take cooling breaks during outdoor activities.

⚡ Replace electrolytes after long or intense workouts.

🚨 If you feel dizzy, crampy, or unusually tired, tell a coach, parent, or athletic trainer immediately.

Hydration Challenge

Before your next workout, check your urine color. Pale yellow? Great job! Dark yellow? Time to grab a water bottle.

Remember: You can't perform your best if you're running on empty. This summer, make hydration part of your training plan. Stay cool, stay hydrated, and keep yourself in the game!

— Chris Flores, Nicole Castellano
Westfield High School Athletic Trainer

The Westfield Athletic Hall of Fame 17th Induction Ceremony will be held on November 23, 2026 at 5:30 PM at Shackamaxon Country Club. Click here to purchase tickets.