On Friday the eighth-ranked Toms River North Mariners delivered a resounding victory over their rivals Toms River South, ending the game with a 49-0 shutout. With this win, Toms River North solidifies its strong season record at 7-1 in the Shore Conference, while Toms River South stumbles to 5-2.
Micah Ford made a significant impact in his return to the field, opening the scoring for Toms River North with a touchdown run in the first quarter. The team didn’t stop there—Josh Moore added another score with a 25-yard run, ending the first quarter at 14-0 in favor of the Mariners.
The second quarter continued to be a show of strength for Toms River North. Moore had a scintillating 64-yard touchdown run, followed by Nasir Jackson’s interception return for a touchdown. The Mariners finished the first half with a 28-0 lead, leaving Toms River South struggling to find answers.
Toms River North maintained their momentum in the third quarter. Jeremiah Pruitt caught a 40-yard pass from Micah Ford for a touchdown, and Tareq Council added another with a 42-yard reception from TJ Valerio. The quarter ended with Toms River North leading 42-0, ensuring that a comeback for Toms River South was out of reach.
In the final quarter, Mordecai Ford closed out the game’s scoring with a 49-yard run, bringing the final score to 49-0. The comprehensive win underlined Toms River North’s dominance and potential as they look forward to the upcoming games in the Shore Conference.
The game was a display of Toms River North’s depth and skill on both sides of the ball. From Micah Ford’s successful return to Josh Moore’s incredible runs, the Mariners showcased why they are a force to be reckoned with this season. Toms River South will undoubtedly be reviewing this game closely as they look to bounce back in their upcoming matchups.