Jefferson Township was not able to break out of their rough patch on Friday as the team picked up their eighth straight loss dating back to last season. They were dealt a 42-7 defeat at the hands of the Vernon Vikings. While losing is never fun, the Falcons can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' New Jersey football rankings (they are ranked 259th, while the Vikings are ranked 111th).
Vernon got their victory on the backs of several key players, but it was Gavin Bruno out in front who rushed for 40 yards and two touchdowns, and also picked up 31 receiving yards. Thomas Benson handled things on the ground, rushing for 85 yards and a rushing touchdown.
Jefferson Township's loss dropped their record down to 0-4. As for Vernon, the win was the third in a row for them, bringing their record for this year to 3-1.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Jefferson Township will head out to challenge Whippany Park on Friday. As for Vernon, they will venture away from home to square off against Sparta on Friday. Vernon's defense has only allowed 8.5 points per game this season, so Sparta's offense will have their work cut out for them.
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