The Ridge High School boys varsity soccer team traveled to Cougar Field to face Chatham Thursday afternoon.  Although the Devils played a strong game, the Cougars took the game 2-0.

IN SHORT

Ridge arrived at the field in Chatham knowing they were facing the North Jersey Section 2, Group 3 leader on their home turf. But the Devils did not appear intimidated, playing a physical and inspired game against the Cougars. Ridge had a number of opportunities but were unable to capitalize.

DEVIL OF THE GAME

Evan Smith, back — Evan was strong in back and was key to keeping Chatham out of the Ridge end.

OTHER KEY PERFORMANCES

Brian Korn, back — Korn helped get the ball out of the back and into the Ridge transition; Zack Lyons, back, forward — Lyons gave the Devils some opportunities when he was playing up top.

COACH'S TAKE

"We had periods of good play, good possessions. I felt that when we played the ball on the ground we dictated play and we had the majority of possession in the first half. But we could not find our touch in the final third which is something that has been plaguing us all year. Not to take anything away for Chatham, they are a good team, aggressive and very technical.  They jumped on the chances they had and we payed the price. They are a good squad." — Ridge assistant coach Enzo Minicozzi

THEY SAID IT

"We are looking to get out of this rough patch that we have been going through.  As soon as we can get that first win, we will be good through the end of the season."  Senior captain Jameson Lochhead

Up Next - Watchung Hills at Ridge, Tuesday, 3:45 p.m.