Governor Livingston can finally bid farewell to their five-game losing streak dating back to last season thanks to their game on Friday. They simply couldn't be stopped as they easily beat the North Plainfield Canucks 41-12 at home. The Highlanders' offense stepped up their game for this one, as that was the most points they've scored all season.
Governor Livingston had a senior duo take command as Lucciano Santamaria rushed for 92 yards and three touchdowns on only eight carries and Jack Dally gained 231 total yards. With that strong performance, Dally is now averaging an impressive 106 rushing yards per game.
Perhaps unsurprisingly given the score, Governor Livingston was unstoppable on the ground and finished the game with 300 rushing yards. That's the most rushing yards they've posted since back in September of 2023.
Governor Livingston's defense made their presence known, laying out the QB five times. Ryan Vapenik was particularly dangerous to the passing game, picking up 2.5 sackshimself. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with nine.
Governor Livingston's first win this season bumped their record up to 1-3. As for North Plainfield, they are on a seven-game losing streak (dating back to last season) that has dropped them down to 0-3.
Governor Livingston will square off against South Plainfield at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Governor Livingston will be hoping to continue their three-game streak of scoring more points each game than the last. As for North Plainfield, they will host New Brunswick on Friday. North Plainfield is facing New Brunswick at the right time seeing as New Brunswick is stuck on a four-game losing streak.
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