Big North Conference (New Jersey)

The Big North Conference is a high school athletic conference in Northern New Jersey, comprised of public and private schools. It is governed by the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA).

Overview:

The conference is known for its competitive athletic programs, particularly in sports such as football, basketball, baseball, and soccer. Its member schools are located primarily in Bergen County and Passaic County. The Big North Conference is further subdivided into divisions based on school size and competitive balance. These divisions frequently change to maintain parity within the conference.

Member Schools:

The member schools of the Big North Conference frequently change due to realignment and other factors. As such, a current list should be sought from the official Big North Conference website or the NJSIAA. However, historically, the conference has included schools such as:

• Bergen Catholic High School
• Don Bosco Preparatory High School
• Paramus Catholic High School
• Ridgewood High School
• Ramapo High School
• Northern Highlands Regional High School
• Old Tappan High School
• Demarest High School
• Indian Hills High School

Note: This list is not exhaustive and may not reflect the current membership.

Divisions:

The Big North Conference is organized into divisions, the names and compositions of which vary over time. Examples of historical divisions include the United, National, Freedom, Patriot, and others. These divisions are used to schedule regular season games and determine divisional champions.

Governance:

The Big North Conference operates under the rules and regulations of the NJSIAA. The conference has its own leadership and administrators who oversee scheduling, rules enforcement, and other aspects of conference operations.