Wood-Ridge Football vs. Lodi
(Photo by Giancarlo Quesada/OnNJ Sports)
August 28, 2025

Wood-Ridge Football Shuts Out Lodi in Week 0 Contest

By Giancarlo Quesada

Wood-Ridge Football vs. Lodi - 8.28.2025

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Scenes from a high school football game between Wood-Ridge and Lodi on Aug. 28, 2025. (Photo by Giancarlo Quesada/OnNJ Sports)

Chris Rios threw for 200 yards and three touchdowns to lead the Wood-Ridge football team to a dominant, 38-0, season-opening win over Lodi on Aug. 28, 2025.

Chance Iacovino was Rios’ top target, catching six passes for 102 yards and two TDs.

Nicolas Mabel and Melvin Zabaleta led a Blue Devil defense in their shutout of the Rams.  Mabel recorded nine total tackles while Zabaleta added seven tackles, two of which went for a loss, and three sacks.

Emran Qasemi led Lodi.  Qasemi was 3 of 5 passing for 76 yards, carried the ball seven times for 31 yards, and had an interception on defense.

Wood-Ridge returns to action next Friday when they travel to Elmwood Park, while Lodi hosts Weehawken.

About the Author

Giancarlo Quesada is a sports and media professional with a passion for live production, storytelling, sports broadcasting, and photography. A longtime New York Yankees fan and passionate soccer enthusiast, Giancarlo has built hands-on experience across television, live sports, production, digital media, and sports photography.

He has provided photography coverage across baseball, basketball, soccer, and football, including the Pinstripe Bowl, the New York Knicks during their 2026 playoff run, including their first-round series against the Atlanta Hawks, and the New York Red Bulls. These experiences have allowed him to work in fast-paced sports environments while developing a strong understanding of visual storytelling and live-event coverage.

Giancarlo especially enjoys contributing to local soccer coverage through ONNJ, capturing pictures from teams, players, and events throughout the area. He also continues to contribute to his alma mater, Montclair State University, staying connected to the university and its sports community. His passion for baseball, basketball, soccer, and football continues to drive his work both behind the camera and in live production.

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