Oct. 28, 2024-- Prior to High School North's game against Donovan Catholic Oct. 25, star offensive lineman Jaelyne Matthews was honored for being named a 2025 Navy All-American.

For the pre-game ceremony, Matthews-- who has committed to play at Rutgers next year-- was joined by head coach Dave Oizerowitz, members of the U.S. Navy, and representatives from NBC Sports, which will broadcast the annual East vs. West game in which Matthews will compete on Saturday, Jan. 11, 2025.

According to NBC's own announcement, "Matthews was selected by the All-American Bowl Selection Committee, comprised of the All-American Bowl, 247Sports, and NXGN. All-Americans are eligible for the All-American Bowl Player of the Year Award, Anthony Muñoz Lineman of the Year Award, Defensive Player of the Year Award, All-American Bowl Man of the Year, and All-American Bowl Game MVP Award."

As for the game that followed, Matthews and his Mariners teammates completed their quest for an undefeated regular season, beating Donovan Catholic handily, 31-0, to finish 9-0. Quarterback T.J. Valerio threw for more than 200 yards, Camryn Thomas and Mordecai Ford scored, and the defense pitched another shutout. 

North will face Bridgeton Nov. 1 in the quarterfinal round of the South Jersey Group 5 bracket of the NJSIAA Tournament. Good luck, Mariners, and congratulations, Jaelyn!

All photos featured here and below are courtesy of High School North's own Luke Saglembeni.