Berkeley Heights: Gov. Livingston Beats South Plainfield, 14-7

Union County Life is reporting that Gov. Livingston beat South Plainfield 14 to 7 on Saturday in Berkeley Heights. Junior halfback Elijah Garcia set a career high with 211 rushing yards and a touchdown on 30 carries.

South Plainfield had good field position for much of the game, but Gov. Livingston kept the Tigers from doing much with it. Gov. Livingston fell behind early, then shut out South Plainfield over the final three quarters.

South Plainfield (4 to 4) scored on its second snap of the game. Sophomore David Dellipaoli ran 49 yards for a touchdown 45 seconds into the game, and Julian Hernandez kicked the extra point. The Tigers had been shut out 14 to 0 by Cranford the week before.

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FAQ

Who won the Gov. Livingston and South Plainfield football game?
Gov. Livingston won 14 to 7 on Saturday, Oct. 17, in Berkeley Heights.

Who was the standout player?
Junior halfback Elijah Garcia rushed for a career high 211 yards and a touchdown on 30 carries.

How did South Plainfield score?
Sophomore David Dellipaoli ran 49 yards for a touchdown 45 seconds into the game, and Julian Hernandez kicked the extra point.

What is South Plainfield’s record?
South Plainfield is 4 to 4 after this game.