The South Plainfield Tigers will face off against the Governor Livingston Highlanders at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. South Plainfield is out to stop a five-game streak of losses at home dating back to last season.
South Plainfield's offense might be in the hot seat on Friday considering what happened against Cranford on Friday. They were dealt a 38-0 loss at the hands of the Cougars. Having soared to a lofty 35 points in the game before, the Tigers' shutout was a dramatic turnaround.
Meanwhile, Governor Livingston had to endure a five-game losing streak dating back to last season, but that streak is no more. They blew past North Plainfield 41-12 at home on Friday. 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. In that department, Ryan Vapenik was the leader with 2.5 sacks. He also set a new season high mark in total tackles with nine.
South Plainfield's defeat dropped their record down to 1-3. As for Governor Livingston, their win (their first of the season) made their record 1-3.
Friday's matchup might be decided in the on the ground. South Plainfield has been unstoppable on the ground this season, having averaged 260.8 rushing yards per game. However, it's not like Governor Livingston struggles in that department as they've been averaging 186.8. It's looking like Friday's contest might have some serious battles in the trenches.
South Plainfield ended up a good deal behind Governor Livingston in their previous matchup back in September of 2023, losing 25-6. Can South Plainfield avenge their loss or is history doomed to repeat itself? We'll find out soon enough.
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