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The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

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The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

Eastside

The School Newspaper of Cherry Hill High School East

Eastside

Cole Haddock ('26) (pictured left) throwing a pitch and Tyler Whitney ('27) (pictured right) putting the ball. Photographed by Mason Petkov ('27) and Jordan Keats ('26).

More than just a jersey: Why students play for East

Mariam Zaghloul, Eastside Staff April 8, 2026

East is known for its rich athletic culture, with a multitude of sports-related opportunities. But clearly, for many athletes, being on a sports team is much more than kicking a ball or shooting a shot. It’s an experience, one of friendship, team-building,...

Certain club sports, like pilates, take priority over high school athletics. The picture above is licensed under the public domain. In the picture below, the boys basketball team stand together, photographed by Jordan Keats ('26).

Club sports begin to take priority over school teams

Ross Lieberman, Eastside Staff April 1, 2026

Throughout the past few years, club sports have slowly started to take priority over high school athletics. Soccer, lacrosse, baseball and basketball club teams often compete year-round which can end up impacting their school season. Playing for club...