The American Gold Division is one of the toughest in the Big Central Conference, but in 2023 it may also be the one with the most question marks.
Westfield took the division title last year, but has lost a lot. About the only certainty is they should be in the mix.
St. Joseph of Metuchen has solid pieces back, but it’s a very difficult road facing Group 5 schools like Westfield, Union, and Elizabeth, the largest high school in the state.

The same can be said for Somerville, which is a Group 3 school, but has renewed optimism with Matt Bloom as head coach. He took over with two games left in the season, and the Pioneers won both to get in the playoffs.
And then there’s Union, which was loaded two seasons ago, dropped off last year, but now has a wealth of experience back.
Questions, questions, indeed.
Click below to listen to Mike Pavlichko’s preview of the American Gold Division from the Big Central Conference’s inaugural Media Days: