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Ava Belli

Ava Belli, Managing Editor

Ava Belli is a 2025-2026 Managing Editor for the Wessex Wire. In her free time, she enjoys spending time with her friends and family, as well as watching her favorite Disney Channel throwback shows. She spends her summers in Lavallette, N.J., where you can find her favorite ice cream spot, Iceberg. 

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Class of 2025 commitments

By Grace McGovern, Brooke Cheifetz, Ava Belli, Carly Levitt and Justin Misher
June 13, 2025
The Jersey Shore welcomes thousands of its own every summer and has grown to be a staple piece to the state.

What to explore down at the Jersey Shore

By Ava Belli and Alexandra Angelo
June 6, 2025
May 29, 2025; New York, New York, USA; New York Knicks guard Jalen Brunson (11) shoots against Indiana Pacers forward Pascal Siakam (43) and forward Jarace Walker (5) in the second quarter during game five of the eastern conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Knicks reach Eastern Conference Final for first time in 25 years

By Ava Belli and Carly Levitt
June 3, 2025
Apr 24, 2025; Green Bay, WI, USA; NFL commissioner Roger Goodell stands with Colorado Buffaloes wide receiver Travis Hunter after he is selected by the Jacksonville Jaguars as the number two pick in the first round of the 2025 NFL Draft at Lambeau Field. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Hold the phone – enough of prank calling on NFL draft days

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
May 13, 2025
Sophia Sisco (left) and Katie Moran (center) at one of the training camps with a U18 teammate. Both girls are excited for the upcoming opportunity.

Sisco and Moran are heading to Europe for Team USA

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
April 8, 2025
Mr. Cardinale and Mr. Illiano together when they were player and Coach.

From fields to hallways: Cardinale and Illiano shape W.E. baseball’s legacy

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
April 1, 2025
Atmosphere: Entertaining and loud sports vibe Food: Flavorful food -- especially their Sweet BBQ wings Service: Decent, but not a fast meal Address: 1400 Willowbrook Mall, Wayne, NJ Website buffalowildwings.com

Best places to watch a sports game: Our official review

By Ava Belli, Justin Misher, Brooke Cheifetz, Ava DeRose and Carly Levitt
February 21, 2025
The Ohio State Buckeyes take the field with confidence and grit to claim the National Championship title.

Ohio State takes victory in expanded 12-team playoff

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
February 10, 2025

A look inside MetLife Stadium during the fall

By Ava Belli, Justin Misher and Carly Levitt
December 5, 2024
Streaming services continue to take advantage of sports fans and their bank accounts.

SPORTS COMMENTARY: Professional sports and streaming services steal money from devoted fans

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
November 25, 2024
Mike Tyson and Jake Paul faced off on Nov. 15, 2024

Jake Paul vs Mike Tyson fight did not land a good punch

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
November 25, 2024
Sports editor Carly Levitt preps the Marching Band for their Media Day video spotlight.

[VIDEO] Fall Varsity Media Day 2024

By Logan Goldstein, Carly Levitt, Justin Misher, Ava Belli, Brooke Kupferberg, Lena Korenstein and Annika Johnson
October 24, 2024
Girls Soccer has continuously proven themselves as a very competitive team as their season advances.

Girls soccer kicks off their season strong

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
October 21, 2024
Former New York Jets Head Coach Robert Saleh has been fired and this decision has shifted many positions around inside of the Jets' management

Injuries and trades shake up 2024 NFL season

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
October 21, 2024
The NFL continues to keep fans on their toes as the weeks go by.

Far too early NFL predictions

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
October 4, 2024
The best way to splash into summer: Outdoor sports

The best way to splash into summer: Outdoor sports

By Ava Belli, Carly Levitt, Justin Misher and Brooke Kupferberg
June 11, 2024
West Essex Class of 2024 celebrates their commitments to play sports in college.

Celebrate the Class of 2024’s sports commitments

By Carly Levitt, Justin Misher and Ava Belli
June 11, 2024
Madison Square Garden furthers its legacy of hosting memorable sports games like the Rangers and Knicks.

Deja Vu from the 1994 sports season in the Big Apple

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
May 30, 2024
Coach Glenn huddled up with some players during a game.

Coach Glenn recognized for his commitment to Knights Football

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
May 21, 2024
[VIDEO] School Spotlight for Spring 2024

[VIDEO] School Spotlight for Spring 2024

By Naya AlZarabili, Alexandra Angelo, Ava Belli, Brooke Cheifetz, Ava DeRose, Olivia Di Marco, Sophia Duarte, Evan Hines, Annika Johnson, Lena Korenstein, Carly Levitt, Adelaide Minnella, Justin Misher, Hailey Raymond, Emma Sceppaguercio and Dani Tiegel
April 23, 2024
Saquon Barkley, who was an influential playmaker for the New York Giants against the Washington Redskins in his rookie season, took a controversial deal to play for the Eagles on March 13,

Saquon Barkley flies away from the Giants

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
March 22, 2024
Brock Purdy has been a constant on the field and is an influential part to the team's results in the past two years.

From ‘Mr. Irrelevant’ to 49ers hero

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
February 29, 2024
Starbucks recently released their 2023 hot and cold holiday drinks.

Starbucks holiday menu “sleighs”

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
November 30, 2023
Meet the new teachers & staff for 2023-24

Meet the new teachers & staff for 2023-24

By Journalism II Staff Report
October 27, 2023
Many strikers are going out in the picket lines in order to achieve better pay and working conditions.

Writer’s strike resolves, but auto worker strike is just getting started

By Ava Belli, Managing Editor
October 20, 2023
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