Tonight was “Cheers for Chesley” as the Jackson Pop Warner club held a charity fundraiser for Chelsey Thomas, a JMHS student who was injured
recently in an automobile accident.   The event included a powder puff game between students from Jackson Memorial High School and was headlined by an intense game between the Jackson Police Department and the New Jersey State Police. All money collected went to Chesley’s family and if you missed the event and wish to donate, please contact Rachel Brand 732 779 6349. Jackson Township council president Mike Kafton was on hand along with councilman Scott Martin to start the ceremonies as the JMHS girls went head to head in an impressive 40 minute powderpuff game that was as intense and as exciting as the men’s game that followed.   I was on the lookout for local school board members and administrators but either I missed them or they were a no show, but many district faculty members came out to show their support for one of their children. Girls from the Jackson Jaguars national championship winning cheer squads were also on hand to cheer the Jackson Police team while the non competitive  younger squads cheered on the victorious NJ State Police team. The game started on a high note from the Jackson Police Department with a long touchdown pass, but it was all downhill from there as the State Police squad schooled the local police department on the gridiron.   Ok, in all seriousness, it was a good game for both sides and we really wanted the local team to win of course, but it just wasn’t in the cards. Both sides played their hearts out for Chelsey and the event seemed to be a success.  Again, if you missed the event and are interested in making a donation, contact rachel at the number above to get the details. Remember this week, the pop warner club will be holding open registrations on Wednesday, May 20th between 7 and 8pm.  Visit  for more information and directions.   Pop Warner football and cheer are great team building activities and from the support they have given to a child in need and showed their true colors as a supportive family friendly organization goes beyond the field. Somebody forgot to tell the Jackson Police Department this was not the Super Bowl. This second and 10 play sent the JPD quarterback scrambling to the right with a huge pass to the receiver for a touchdown pass and reception worthy of ESPN replay. The final score was 28-15 after trailing 21-9, the Jackson Police Department made a 4th quarter comeback attempt to bring the game within 5, but a quick retaliation touchdown by the State Police with a few minutes sealed the deal.
Enjoy these pictures from the event. JMHS girls square off against each other at the start of the Powderpuff football game.