Football Game Preview: Manchester Essex/Rockport vs. Mystic Valley Regional

Playoff time is here, and Mystic Valley Regional and Manchester Essex/Rockport are set to clash on Friday at 7:00 PM. Mystic Valley Regional are limping into the match on a seven-game losing streak.

Mystic Valley Regional probably have a sour taste in their mouth after their recent playoff matchup against Arlington Catholic. Mystic Valley Regional were dealt a punishing 0-43 loss at the hands of Arlington Catholic. The state rankings had actually given Mystic Valley Regional a slight edge heading into the game, making this hurt that much more.

Meanwhile, Manchester Essex/Rockport have had to suffer through a five-game losing streak, but that streak is no more. They put the hurt on Chelsea with a sharp 34-0 win. For those curious, yes, that was the biggest win Manchester Essex/Rockport have assembled all season.

Manchester Essex/Rockport's victory lifted them to 1-5 while Mystic Valley Regional's defeat dropped them down to 1-7. We'll see if Manchester Essex/Rockport can repeat their recent success or if Mystic Valley Regional bounce back and reverse their fortune.

See the Manchester Essex/Rockport vs. Mystic Valley Regional matchup here

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