Week 5 Thursday Night Football Game of the Week Presented by Sansone Jr’s Kia

Two of the Shore Conference’s youngest football programs will meet for just the second time in history, and Shore Sports Insider will be on hand with full game coverage.

Barnegat, which opened its doors in 2004 and began playing varsity football in 2006, will travel to face New Egypt, which opened in 1999 and launched its varsity football program in 2001. The Warriors, however, did not join the Shore Conference until 2024.

Tonight’s Shore Conference Thursday Night Football coverage is presented by Sansone Jr’s Kia, including Sansone Jr’s 66 Kia in Neptune and Sansone Jr’s Keyport Kia.

Barnegat (5-0) travels to New Egypt (3-2) at 6 p.m. in a non-divisional game.

Below, we take a closer look at the matchup with an expanded preview.

Barnegat at New Egypt, 6 p.m.

Series Record: Barnegat Leads 1-0

2024: Barnegat 47, New Egypt 7

Preview

The Bengals enter this matchup as a significant favorite, carrying a perfect 5-0 record into the game. The teams have two common opponents in Lakewood and Manchester, and while their results against Lakewood were similar, their performances against Manchester tell a much different story. Barnegat overwhelmed Manchester, 55-6, while New Egypt suffered a 7-3 loss to the Hawks.

Barnegat has dominated on both sides of the ball, outscoring its five opponents 179-13. The Bengals feature a balanced rushing attack led by junior Ryan Fitzpatrick and senior Chris Santero, who are both approaching 300 yards and have scored four touchdowns apiece. Senior quarterback Nick Malinowski has also been efficient when called upon, completing 14 of 24 passes for 212 yards and three touchdowns. His opportunities have been limited largely because Barnegat has built sizable leads quickly throughout the season, negating the need to throw the ball.

Meanwhile, New Egypt’s offense runs almost entirely through junior quarterback Thomas Marabuto. He has thrown for 758 yards and six touchdowns against just one interception while also leading the team with 405 rushing yards and six touchdowns.

One intriguing matchup to watch could be Barnegat’s highly-touted sophomore defensive back Chancellor Joseph against New Egypt junior wide receiver Joe Snyder. Snyder has emerged as Marabuto’s top target, leading the Warriors with 25 receptions for 330 yards and two touchdowns.

 

Predictions

Stump- Barnegat

Smith- Barnegat

Crouthamel- Barnegat

Yeserski- Barnegat

Manzo- Barnegat