Ridgewood has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 11.57 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Friday. They lost to the Northern Highlands Highlanders on the road by a 37-20 margin. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Maroons of the 35-7 defeat they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in September of 2023.
When it comes to explaining why Ridgewood lost, don't look at Owen Laffey. Despite the final result, he rushed for 78 yards and two touchdowns. Ridgewood also got a significant boost from Gavin Mccrone, who ran away from the competition to the tune of 82 yards.
Ridgewood's loss dropped their record down to 5-2. As for Northern Highlands, they now have a winning record of 4-3.
Ridgewood will look to defend their home field on Friday against Wayne Valley at 6:30 p.m. Ridgewood's defense has only allowed 11.6 points per game this season, so Wayne Valley's offense will have their work cut out for them. As for Northern Highlands, they will head out on the road to take on Ramapo at 6:30 p.m. on Friday. Ramapo will roll in looking for their fourth straight victory, something Northern Highlands surely won't give up without a fight.
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