In September of 1988 Bill Savage moved to Pinelands from Paramus where he coached from 1973-80. He also coached at Elmwood Park and F.D.U./Teaneck from 1981-1986. During his tenure as coach Pinelands would become a State power being ranked in the top twenty on four occasions while winning four B South and two District 24 Championships. Pinelands also reached the State Section finals three times and the SCT finals twice. The Wildcats became a dominant force in the shore in the 1990's and Coach Savage was selected for the NJSIAA's Highest honor the "Harry E. Lake Award" upon his retirement in 1997.Click here to go toNucci Era
