The Don Bosco Prep Ironmen will square off against the Paramus Catholic Paladins at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Don Bosco Prep will come into the matchup with an undefeated record on the line.
Don Bosco Prep had to skate by with only a three-point margin when they last took the field, which might have inspired the 33-point drubbing they dealt Seton Hall Prep on Saturday. The Ironmen blew past the Pirates 40-7. That 33 point margin sets a new team best for the Ironmen this season.
Don Bosco Prep's success was the result of a balanced attack that saw several players step up, but Dante Deluca led the charge by rushing for 86 yards and one touchdown on only 12 carries. Colin Brennan was another key back, rushing for 78 yards and one TD on only 11 carries.
Meanwhile, Paramus Catholic faced Red Bank Catholic in a battle between two of the state's top teams on Friday. The Paladins enjoyed a cozy 30-16 win over the Caseys.
Paramus Catholic found their leader in sophomore Rowan Martin, who threw for 157 yards and a pair of touchdowns, and also rushed for 90 yards on only 11 carries. AJ Lopez Jr made the highlight reel by snagging an interception and taking it all the way to the house.
Paramus Catholic's victory bumped their record up to 3-5. As for Don Bosco Prep, their win bumped their record up to 7-0.
Everything came up roses for Don Bosco Prep against Paramus Catholic when the teams last played back in October of 2024, as the squad secured a 42-0 victory. Do the Ironmen have another victory up their sleeve, or will the Paladins turn the tables on them? We'll have the answer soon enough.
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