UPDATE: In a stunning upset, No. 10 Ridgewood defeated No. 4 St. Joseph (Met.) 7-4 at the Ice Vault Classic in Wayne, NJ, earlier today. Star player William LoSauro delivered an extraordinary performance, scoring five goals and leading his team to victory.
The game heated up as Ridgewood battled back from a tense 4-4 tie. LoSauro broke the stalemate with his fourth goal, followed by a decisive power play goal that brought the score to 6-4. This remarkable display of skill allowed Ridgewood to improve their record to 7-1, while St. Joseph fell to 4-4.
Ridgewood’s momentum was bolstered by AJ LoSauro, who contributed significantly with two goals and two assists. Christian McCarthy further supported the team’s effort with two assists, and Oliver Grant showcased his prowess in goal with 26 saves.
For St. Joseph, Connor Emmich was a standout, scoring two goals and providing one assist. Teammates Michael Sudia and Brendan Crowley each added a goal and an assist, while Alfonso Giaquinto recorded two assists. Despite their efforts, goalie Brody Sansone faced a barrage of shots, making 35 saves during the game.
This thrilling match not only marked a significant victory for Ridgewood but also highlighted the competitive nature of high school hockey in New Jersey. As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Ridgewood to see if they can maintain their winning streak against tougher opponents.
Stay tuned for more updates on high school sports as teams continue to battle for supremacy in the coming weeks.
