Marlboro Central has relied on a stalwart defense averaging 13.43 points allowed per game, but that average took a hit on Saturday. They were beaten by Burke Catholic 40-7. The matchup marked the Dukes' lowest-scoring contest so far this season.
Carter Rivieccio threw for 100 yards and a touchdown.
Chris DeNatale was his top target, making two total tackles and defending a pass. On the ground,
Jack Buzzurro rushed for 61 yards.
Justin Mazzie was his usual excellent self, rushing for 105 yards and two touchdowns for Burke Catholic.
Marlboro Central's defeat ended a five-game streak of away wins dating back to last season and brought them to 5-2. As for Burke Catholic, the win (which was their fourth in a row) raised their record to 5-1.
Both teams will have to hit the road in their upcoming games. Marlboro Central will take on Beacon at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. Beacon will be hoping to continue their four-game streak of scoring more points each match than the last. As for Burke Catholic, they will challenge Rondout Valley at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. Burke Catholic is strutting in with some offensive muscle as they've averaged 35 points per game this season.
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