Riverhead was not able to break out of their rough patch on Saturday as the team picked up their fifth straight defeat. They took a blow against the Ward Melville Patriots, falling 48-7. The result was an unpleasant reminder to the Blue Waves of the 48-0 loss they experienced in the pair's previous head-to-head fixture back in October of 2022.
Ward Melville's victory was a true team effort, with many players turning in solid performances. Perhaps the best among them was Joey Benedetto, who rushed for 42 yards and a touchdown, and also caught a touchdown. Hudson Philbrick was another key signal caller, throwing for 105 yards and two touchdowns while completing 80% of his passes.
Riverhead's defeat dropped their record down to 1-5. As for Ward Melville, they pushed their record up to 6-0 with the win, which was their third straight on the road.
Both squads will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Riverhead will face off against Bay Shore at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. As for Ward Melville, they will challenge Longwood at 6:00 p.m. on Friday. Longwood will roll in looking for their sixth straight victory, something Ward Melville surely won't give up without a fight.
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