Somewhere between the final whistle and bedtime, whole teams in uniform show up at our counters — cleats still on, medals sometimes included. It's one of our favorite sights of the season.
Win or lose, everybody scoops
The best part of the post-game tradition is that it doesn't care about the score. A championship earns a sundae; a tough loss earns one too. Somewhere around the second bite of Cookie Dough, the game gets easier to talk about.
Why it works for parents and coaches
- It's fast. A team's worth of cones and cups moves through the line quicker than any sit-down stop.
- Everyone finds something. Two dozen homemade flavors, Italian ice, and dairy-free Dole soft serve mean no player is left out.
- It's the memory that sticks. Ask any grown-up what they remember about their own season — it's usually the ice cream, not the standings.
Make it your team's spot
With shops in Tinton Falls and Oakhurst, there's a Ryan's a short drive from fields all over Monmouth County. Bringing the whole roster? A quick heads-up call helps us staff the counter for the rush.
End-of-season idea: An ice cream cake with the team's name on it turns a season wrap-up party into a proper celebration — just allow 48 hours' notice.
