There was early excitement for Hackensack after they claimed the first score on Saturday, but it was Ridgewood who ended up claiming the real prize. The Comets lost to the Maroons at home by a 20-6 margin. The matchup marked the Comets' lowest-scoring game so far this season.
Ridgewood's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Brody Perrapato led the charge by rushing for 39 yards and three touchdowns.
Hackensack has been struggling recently as they've lost three of their last four contests. That's put a noticeable dent in their 3-3 record this season. As for Ridgewood, the victory snapped their losing streak at three games and leaves them with a 3-3 record.
Both teams are looking forward to the support of their home crowds in their upcoming games. Hackensack will face off against Barringer on Friday. As for Ridgewood, they will have some time to savor their win since their next game is a little ways off: they'll take on Northern Highlands at 6:30 p.m. on the 17th. The Highlanders' defense has only allowed 11.2 points per game this season, so the Maroons' offense will have their work cut out for them.
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