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Matt Bloom resigns as Rutgers Prep boys basketball coach after nine seasons

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 14, 2026, 8:13 PM

Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Matt Bloom resigns as Rutgers Prep boys basketball coach after nine seasons
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Matt Bloom has resigned from his position as head boys basketball coach at Rutgers Prep School after nine successful seasons. Under Bloom’s leadership, the team recorded a 173-64 overall record, including three Somerset County Tournament championships and a state sectional title in the 2021-2022 season. His resignation follows that of Hall of Fame coach Mary Klinger, who retired from the girls’ team in June. Athletics director Larry Santowasso indicated that a search for Bloom's replacement will begin shortly, with associate head coach Wil Abrams reportedly a candidate. Bloom plans to remain at the school as a humanities teacher.

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  • •Bloom's overall record at Rutgers Prep is 173-64.
  • •He led the team to three Somerset County championships.
  • •The program advanced to the sectional semifinals last season.
  • •Bloom will continue as a humanities teacher at the school.
  • •A search for his replacement is expected to start soon.
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State-championship and three-time Somerset County winning coach Matt Bloom has stepped down after nine seasons as Rutgers Prep boys basketball coach

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