Circle the Wagons: 2025 Freehold Boro Football Preview

Having to replace the leaders at every major statistical category will be a daunting, but not impossible task for third-year head coach Derek Reichenbecher. The young Colonials will look to be competitive in the tough Class B North division. The Colonials will have to battle in the trenches each week, but they have the utmost confidence that if they can get their play makers the ball in the open field that good things will happen.

“We have dynamic skill position players, ” said Reichenbecher.  “We will need to scratch and claw, run the ball, and stay healthy to be successful.”

Taking over at quaterback will be Julian Isaacs (Sr, 6’0, 175), a dual threat with a strong arm. Running Back Jamar Reed (Sr, 5’9, 175) returns after a limited role in the Colonial backfield last season (18 carries, 66 yards). Joining Reed in the backfield will be Tyshawn Hairston (Sr, 5’10, 175).  The starting wide receivers in Freehold’s spread offense will be Jordan McKenzie (Jr. 6’0, 160), Mike Tracey III (Jr, 5’9, 155), and Ben Brooker (Sr, 5’6, 155).

The offensive line will be led by a bunch of big guys who will look to protect Isaacs and open holes for Reed and Hairston. Starting across the line will be left tackle Ryan King (Jr, 6’0, 235), left guard Nick Carovillano (Sr, 6’3, 275), center Erol Bayrasli (Sr, 6’3, 235), right guard Carson Fusco (Jr, 5’11, 200), and right tackle Xavier Farina (Jr, 5’8, 235).  The tight end spot will be held down by Dom LaRosa (Sr, 5’11, 190).

The defensive line will be one of the strengths of the 4-2-5 formation for the Colonials. Rushing the passer from the defensive end positions will be Bayrasli and Edwin Para Nova (Jr, 5’7, 175).  Big Nick Carovillano (DT) and nose guard Davon Williams (Sr, 5’10, 200) will be counted on to clog up the rushing lanes for opposing running backs. The linebacker corps looks to be strong and athletic, with Hairston and Reed on the outside and Mateo Poole (Sr, 5’10, 190) filling the inside linebacker spot.  The defensive backfield includes corners Isaacs and Damier Lester (Sr, 6’0, 170), both with good size and speed. At strong safety, LaRosa will anchor the defensive backfield, while McKenzie will roam as the free safety.

Dom Bryant (So, 5’10, 180) will handle the place-kicking duties, while Isaacs will be in charge of punting for the Colonials.

 

Colonials at a Glance

Head Coach: Derek Reichenbecher

Career Record: 7-23

2024 Record: 2-8

Offense: Spread

Defense: 4-2-5

Coaching Staff

OC/OL/DL: Matt Finucane
ST/TE/SS: Mike D’Antonio
RB/FS/JV Defense: Andrew LaMura
WR/CB/JV Offense: Daquane Bland
QB/Freshman Offense: Dylan Seel
OL/DL/Freshman Defense: Mike Izzo
Athletic Trainer: Scott Royer

 

Circle the Data: Oct. 11 vs Freehold Township, 12 p.m.

The Colonials host crosstown rival Freehold Township in an important non-divisional matchup. The Colonials last beat the Patriots in 2021.

 

Newcomers to Watch

Jordan McKenzie (Jr. 6′, 160) WR/FS
Jamar Reed (Sr, 5’9, 175) RB/LB

 

Stat to Know

The Colonials must replace their leading passer, rusher, receiver, and tackler from the 2024 season.

 

Schedule

8/30     New Brunswick  12:00pm

9/6       @Keansburg        12:00pm

9/13      Neptune               12:00pm

9/19     @Raritan               7:00pm

9/26     @Ocean Twp        7:00pm

10/4      Colts Neck            2:00pm

10/11     Freehold Twp      12:00pm

10/18    @Keyport             12:00pm

10/25    Asbury Park         12:00pm

11/1       Lakewood             12:00pm