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Mudturtles invited TO 2025 Cranford Elks Hoop Shoot

The Cranford Elks has invited all boys and girls age 8-13 ( as of April1, 2026) to compete in their 2025 Basketball Hoop Shoot competition on December 7, 2025 at the Cranford Rec Center 375 Centennial Ave. All towns are welcome winners of each age group proceed to next level possibly to national finals. See link below for more details. Questions contact John Smith at 908-400-4709.

2025 ELKS HOOP SHOOT

Sad News

Dear Mudturtle Flag Rugby Family, Brian Walling, a member of the Scotch Plains/Fanwood Flag Rugby family, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 10. Brian was a member of the Owl’s coaching staff in 2024, and his son, Declan, played for the Owls. Brian also played rugby while attending college. Those of us who had the pleasure of knowing, and coaching with, Brian will remember his selflessness, easy-going nature, and hearty laugh! He was one of us, he was all of us. Visitation will be at Memorial Funeral Home, 155 South Ave., Fanwood on Sunday, November 16th from 2-6PM. A Funeral Mass will be held on Monday, November 17th at 10AM at St. Bartholomew the Apostle, Church in Scotch Plains. Please keep his wife Joyce, their daughter Lyla, and sons Liam and Declan in your thoughts and prayers. Below are links to Brian's obituary and a go fund me for the family. (I was unable to make these direct links, so please copy and paste them.) https://www.fanwoodmemorial.com/obituaries/Brian-Walling?obId=46363532#/obituaryInfo https://www.gofundme.com/f/honoring-brian-walling-with-support-for-his-children Greg Demeter SPF Flag Rugby Owls Coach Big Turtle President

2025 Mudturtle Holiday Party

December 5, 2025 is the date for this years Mudturtle Holiday party. Location is Costa's in Roselle Park. Use link below to reserve your spot. Early bird price of $80 per guest if you do so before November 21, afterwards price will be $100 per guest. Always a fun event do not miss out!!!!

2025 MUDTURTLE HOLIDAY PARTY