Clemente suffered their biggest loss since September 1, 2023 on Friday. They took a blow against the Ridgewood Rebels, falling 48-16. While losing is never fun, the Wildcats can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' Illinois football rankings (they are ranked 458th, while the Rebels are ranked 225th).
Ridgewood found their leader in underclassman Angelo Vitale, who threw for 67 yards and three touchdowns, and also punched in a touchdown on the ground. Luke Melendez was in the mix as well, providing Ridgewood with two touchdowns.
Clemente's defeat dropped their record down to 0-2. As for Ridgewood, the victory made it two in a row for them and bumps their season record up to 2-0.
Clemente is taking a road trip to square off against Richards at 9:45 a.m. on Saturday. As for Ridgewood, they will head out to challenge Riverside-Brookfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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