professional sports

CURE Insurance Arena in Trenton
May 21, 2026

Trenton Ironhawks land Islanders NHL affiliation

The Trenton Ironhawks will become the New York Islanders’ ECHL affiliate as pro hockey returns to Trenton this fall.

The New Jersey Devils play home games at Prudential Center in Newark.
Apr 17, 2026

Devils hire Jersey native Mehta as GM

Sunny Mehta returns to New Jersey, bringing experience as a two-time Stanley Cup-winning executive and tasked with leading a turnaround for the franchise.

Baseball field
Apr 9, 2026

Trenton Thunder sold to Diamond Baseball Holdings

The deal will keep MLB Draft League play and leadership intact while maintaining its presence in Mercer County, building on recent investments in the Trenton Thunder Ballpark and the club’s strong community legacy.

On March 6, 2026, William Paterson University announced a new strategic partnership with Hinchliffe Sports Partners, operators of historic Hinchliffe Stadium in Paterson.
Mar 6, 2026

William Paterson partners with Jackals, Cosmos at Hinchliffe

William Paterson University partners with the Jackals and Cosmos at Hinchliffe Stadium, providing player housing, training, and student internships.

The New York Jets' end zone at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, shown in December 2014.
Feb 9, 2026

Jets, Johnson Foundation donate $250K to support women coaches

The funding from Gang Green and the Betty Wold Johnson Foundation to the Women’s Sports Foundation will help expand opportunities for women coaches.

To help lift the spirits of patients and staff, Gotham FC players and coaches visited 13 RWJBarnabas Health Hospitals across the state Aug. 6.
Dec 22, 2025

RWJBarnabas Health extends Gotham FC health partnership

As official health care provider for the reigning NWSL champions, the system will serve up elite athlete care as well as work to expand community initiatives across the state.

In the Lead: Legacy Businesses
Dec 5, 2025

Prudential Center holds court with first pro tennis event

The Newark venue will hold A Racquet at the Rock Dec. 7, featuring Carlos Alcaraz, Frances Tiafoe, Amanda Anisimova, Jessica Pegula, and a tribute to a local legend.

Hinchliffe Stadium is home to the New Jersey Jackals, an independent minor league baseball team owned by Paterson native Al Dorso.
Nov 11, 2025

Paterson native Adofo-Wilson buys NJ Jackals

The co-developer of the restoration project at Hinchliffe Stadium, Baye Adofo-Wilson aims to strengthen community ties and enhance fan experiences at the baseball team's home venue.

The New York Red Bulls are partnering with the Greater New York Toyota Dealers Association, giving Toyota the designation of "Official Vehicle of the New York Red Bulls.”
Nov 7, 2025

Inside Red Bulls’ next chapter of business growth

NJBIZ continues its conversation with Chief Commercial Officer Joe Stetson and Chief Marketing Officer Katie Nahoum on the club's expanding partnerships and strategy, including youth outreach and concerts in Harrison, ahead of the 2026 World Cup.

Hockey
Sep 10, 2025

ECHL hockey returns to Trenton in 2026 after more than a decade

Pro Hockey Partners will relocate the Utah Grizzlies to CURE Insurance Arena. The former home team Titans ceased operations in 2013.

New York Cosmos
Jul 11, 2025

Paterson scores 2026 Cosmos return at Hinchliffe Stadium

The iconic soccer club – which last played in New Jersey from 1977 to 1984 in East Rutherford – will also establish its first women’s team.