This past Saturday was a day for big plays when Ward Melville met up with Bay Shore, but unfortunately for Bay Shore, all of those big plays were made by Ward Melville in all three phases of the game.
Ward Melville beat Bay Shore 49-14, and the scoring spree started right away as their special teams unit was the first to get them on the board. Liam Cronin blocked a punt in the first quarter, recovered the block for a scoop and score, giving fans a glimpse of the sort of dominant day that would lie ahead for both teams.
The scoring didn’t stop there early in the game, as Ward Melville led 35-6 at the half. Joey Benedetto ran for nearly 150 yards on the day, highlighted by a huge 70-yard touchdown run after taking a hand-off. Benedetto’s speed and vision allowed him to slice through Bay Shore’s defense repeatedly, and he became a constant threat in the running game.
Quarterback Hudson Philbrick had an exceptional day through the air, throwing four touchdown passes. Two went to Angelo Sorbera, while the other two were caught by J. Alcindor and Joe Karpowicz. Philbrick now has six TD passes through two games, demonstrating his growing connection with his receivers and the efficiency of the Patriots’ passing attack.
Ward Melville has been dominant in the early season, outscoring opponents 84-21 through two games. Benedetto has already rushed for more than 250 yards, making the Patriots a balanced offensive threat.
Next up, Ward Melville will host Whitman, who gave up 33 points in their latest outing. If the Patriots play with the same intensity, energy, and execution, they should continue their early-season streak and keep their offense rolling while their defense keeps opponents in check. Fans can expect another exciting performance at home.