The Toms River East Raiders went from major underdogs to a team moments away from competing for a state sectional title in 2019 while winning a division title with a 9-2 record, winning their first playoff game in 10 years and completing a four-year rebuild under head coach Kyle Sandberg.
After a pair of losing seasons - a rarity at Brick Memorial - the Mustangs are looking to get back to their usual status as one of the Shore's best football teams.
Point Boro took its lumps the last two seasons, but with several returning starters at key positions, the Panthers are aiming to get back to contender status.
After playing several underclassmen, especially sophomores, a season ago, Manasquan is hoping a year of learning under fire will pay off for a now-experienced roster of Warriors.
A high-octane offense featuring quarterback Jake Kazanowsky, wide receivers Zach Goodale and Zac Browne and running back Jordan Grey will lead the way for Toms River North.