The regular season was a success, but the real challenge begins now, in the postseason. This Friday Ramapo takes on Pascack Valley in the first playoff game of the year. Ramapo has never lost back-to-back, and it wants to keep it that way.
Ramapo's encounter with Hudson Catholic two weeks ago was a 29-point stomp, but the result last week was anything but. Ramapo was close but not close enough last game as it fell 31 - 28 to NV - Old Tappan. NV - Old Tappan was expected to win (it is ranked 8th in the MaxPreps state rankings, 21 places ahead of Ramapo), but it was still a bitter blow.
As for Pascack Valley, victory was within reach last week, but it ultimately lost 14 - 9 to Bergenfield. Sophomore Jake Williams didn't go down without a fight, though. He put up some defensive resistance with 12 tackles.
After their losses, Pascack Valley dropped to 2-7 and Ramapo dropped to 7-2. Check back on MaxPreps to find out which team can get past their defeat and step into the winner's circle.
Playoff bracket for these teams
