Late Goal by Dargento Secures 4-3 Win for No. 14 Ramapo
UPDATE: In a thrilling finish, No. 14 Ramapo edged past Gov. Livingston-New Providence with a 4-3 victory in boys ice hockey at the Ice Vault in Wayne, NJ, on December 14, 2025. The game saw a dramatic late goal from Matt Dargento, who scored with just 1:07 left in the third period to clinch the win for Ramapo.
Ramapo, now boasting a record of 3-1, faced a fierce challenge as Gov. Livingston, still seeking their first win of the season at 0-2, launched a comeback with two quick goals in the final period. However, Dargento’s decisive score, assisted by JJ Kilpatrick and Ty King, ultimately sealed the deal.
Kilpatrick also contributed significantly, posting a goal and an assist, while Scott Vivinetto and Richard Smithers each added to the scoreboard for Ramapo. The team showcased resilience through a strong defensive performance, highlighted by Luke L’Heureux‘s impressive 33 saves in goal.
Gov. Livingston’s scoring efforts included a goal and an assist from Griffin Ulrich, while Owen Cook and Charlie Zarinko also found the back of the net. Despite their efforts, including Jason Wachtel‘s 31 saves, they fell just short in the nail-biting contest.
Fans are buzzing following this thrilling matchup, and all eyes will be on Ramapo as they look to build on this momentum in upcoming games. The urgency of the moment has left both teams eager to improve, setting the stage for an exciting remainder of the season.
Stay tuned for more updates on high school sports as the season unfolds.
