This past weekend featured a rematch of last year’s Division I Suffolk County Championship game, and once again, William Floyd stood tall when all was said and done.
The Colonials not only won the rematch, but they continued their dominant season, extending their season long winning streak to six games and improving their record to a perfect 6-0 on the year. William Floyd defeated the top-seeded Ward Melville Patriots in a thrilling 28-21 victory.
It must have felt like déjà vu all over again for the Patriots, as the Colonials also defeated Ward Melville in the 2024 Suffolk Championship last November.
As he did last season, and in that game, star running back Jaquan Thomas once again led the way, rushing for over 200 yards and scoring four touchdowns. Averaging nearly 10 yards per carry, Thomas was unstoppable on offense. He also made an impact on the defensive side of the ball, adding eight tackles, solidifying his case as one of the top two-way players on Long Island.
The William Floyd defense was equally impressive, completely shutting down Ward Melville’s rushing attack and forcing two interceptions. Both Divine Bennett and Evan Commodore came up with key turnovers, making life difficult for the Patriots’ offense all afternoon.
Despite the loss, Ward Melville’s Hudson Philbrick put up strong numbers, throwing for 258 yards and two touchdowns, while also adding a rushing score. However, his two interceptions proved costly in a game that marked the Patriots’ lowest scoring output of the season. With the defeat, Ward Melville fell to 5-1 on the year.
As the regular season winds down, many Suffolk football fans are already buzzing about the potential for a third straight championship showdown between these two powerhouses. If the past two meetings are any indication, that rematch could be another classic.