Despite a phenomenal run in the regular season, Immaculata couldn't carry that success into this playoff game. They were dealt a 63-31 defeat at the hands of the Paramus Catholic Paladins on Friday. While losing is never fun, the Spartans can't take it too hard given the team's big disadvantage in MaxPreps' New Jersey football rankings (they are ranked 62nd, while the Paladins are ranked 13th).
When it comes to explaining why Immaculata lost, don't look at Daysir Spille. Despite the final result, he rushed for 80 yards and one touchdown. Micah Smith got in on the action as well, converting a pick into a touchdown.
Chukwuma Odoh was his usual excellent self, rushing for 179 yards and five scores on only nine carries for Paramus Catholic. Those five rushing touchdowns gave Odoh a new career-high. Another player making a difference was Achylles Dupont, who gained 183 total yards.
Immaculata's loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 9-3. As for Paramus Catholic, they have been performing well recently as they've won three of their last four contests. That's provided a nice bump to their 5-6 record this season.
Immaculata does not have any more games scheduled as of now. As for Paramus Catholic, they will host Red Bank Catholic at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The Paladins will need to watch out since the Caseys have now posted at least 31 points in their last three matchups.
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