SOMA Living April 2026

ATHLETE OF THE MONTH SPONSORED BY BASS FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC

The Columbia High School boys’ and girls’ fencing programs both advanced to the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association state championship finals, each aiming for a title. The girls, winners of the South Jersey sectional championship, edged North Jersey sectional champion Morris Hills 14–13, while the boys, also South Jersey sectional champions, narrowly fell to North Jersey champion Bergen Tech by the same 14–13 score. In the girls’ final, senior Madeleine Benson went 3–0, with seniors Saanvi Rohatgi and Karol Agila each adding a win in saber. Ju

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nior Lillian Clark finished 3–0 in foil, while seniors Talia Goldberg and Sa mara Berg each went 2–1. In epee, junior Elke Bak and sophomore Simone Swingle contributed one win apiece. The Cougars closed their season with a stellar 16–2 record, extending their state record to 13 championships and earning their first title since 2015. The boys’ team, making its first state finals appearance since 2017, also fin ished 16–2. Sophomore Emeka Onugha went 2–1 in the final, with sopho more Sander Beckerman and senior Nathaniel Eads each adding a saber victory. Junior Liam Wojciechowski went 2–1 in foil, and senior Benj Kohl led epee at 3–0, supported by freshman Ethan Lavin (2–1) and freshman Henry O’Briant, who added a win. Co-head coaches Marie Leger and Daryl White praised both squads for their depth, determination, and growth throughout the season, noting the significance of their postseason performances and the promise ahead for the program.

ABOUT DR. BASS If one word were used to describe Dr. Wayne J. Bass, it would be “community.” As one who has served on the Maplewood Chamber of Commerce for a number of years, Dr. Bass understands the needs of the community and strives to achieve excellence with every appointment. In fact, his business was founded on the principle of excellence in the community in 2006. While there are many chiropractors out there, Dr. Bass is one who truly cares about the well-being of his patients. (973) 378-2277 BASSFAMILYCHIRO.COM 491B VALLEY ST, MAPLEWOOD, NJ 07040

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