Hasbrouck Heights hadn't done well against Park Ridge recently (they were 1-7 in their previous eight matchups), but they didn't let the past get in their way on Saturday. The Aviators strolled past the Owls with points to spare, taking the game 29-15. Give some credit to the fans of both teams: the last four times they've met, the home team has come away the winner.
Michael Napolitano
| 10/18/25 vs Park Ridge | 103 |
| 10/10/25 vs Secaucus | 150 |
| 10/03/25 @ Butler | 102 |
| 09/26/25 vs Saddle Brook | 174 |
| 09/19/25 @ Hawthorne | 198 |
| 09/12/25 vs New Milford | 174 |
Hasbrouck Heights' success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Michael Napolitano led the charge by rushing for 103 yards and a pair of TDs. Napolitano's rushing production has been exceptional as that marked his sixth straight game with at least 102 rushing yards. Nicholas Haines was another key rusher, rushing for 62 yards and one touchdown on only five carries.
They were just one part of a punishing run game: Hasbrouck Heights was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 207 rushing yards. That strong performance was nothing new for the team: they've now rushed for at least 207 rushing yards in six consecutive matchups.
Hasbrouck Heights' defense stepped up as well, laying out Aidan O'Connor four times. Jack Focarino was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up two sacks himself.
Despite the defeat, Park Ridge saw an underclassman step up: sophomore Patrick Randolph rushed for 64 yards and a pair of scores.
Hasbrouck Heights' win was their fourth straight at home, which pushed their record up to 6-2. Those home victories came thanks in part to their defensive effort, having only surrendered 10.8 points on average over those games. As for Park Ridge, their loss ended a three-game streak of away wins and brought them to 4-3.
Looking ahead, Hasbrouck Heights will head out to face off against Glen Rock at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. The Panthers' defense has only allowed 10.4 points per game this season, so the Aviators' offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Park Ridge, they will be playing in front of their home fans against Lyndhurst at 7:00 p.m. on Friday.
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