SOMA Living October 2025

This month’s athlete is an international star representing Maplewood as a member of the German’s men’s national team. Luca Sieger recently returned from Europe after suiting up for the German men’s national baseball team in a three-game series against the Czech Republic in Regensburg, Germany in late July. A few days later, Sieger joined the U-23 German national team at the U-23 European Baseball Championship in Trebic and Brno, Czech Republic. He made an immediate impact in the tournament opener against Italy, singling in his first plate appearance, knocking in the game-tying run and later crossing the plate with the game-winner. This fall, Sieger begins the next chapter of his baseball journey in Jersey City. He will attend St. Peter’s University in Jersey City this fall, where he will con tinue his baseball career on an athletic scholarship. Before heading to college, Sieger played at Montclair Kimberley Academy and then sharpened his skills at P27 Baseball Academy in Lexington, S.C., from January 2024 until graduating this past May. His summer stint with Ger many’s senior and U-23 squads adds a valuable layer of international expe rience as he transitions to NCAA competition. For his hometown, Sieger’s busy summer serves as a reminder of how far dedication to the game can travel. From Maplewood to Regensburg, Trebic and Brno, and now to Saint Peter’s. With a blend of prep development and national-team seasoning, the freshman will look to make an early impression at the college level while continuing to represent Maplewood and Germany on the diamond. Local fans will be watching his next steps closely. ATHLETE OF THE MONTH SPONSORED BY BASS FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC LUCA SIEGER

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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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