Point Pleasant Beach garners football success with small enrollment

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Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Point Pleasant Beach garners football success with small enrollment
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Point Pleasant Beach High School's football team is making headlines this summer following a strong 2025 season, finishing with a 7-3 record and winning the D South division title. With six All-Division players returning, including junior quarterback Billy Cavanaugh and standout linebacker Gage Boyle, the Garnet Gulls are moving up to the C South division for the upcoming season. Head coach Joseph Zaccone aims to build on last year's success and believes the team has the talent to repeat its performance. Boyle, who set a school record for tackles last season, expects the experienced backfield to be crucial as the team embarks on its new challenge.

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  • Point Beach finished 2025 with a 7-3 record and a division title.
  • Billy Cavanaugh takes over at quarterback after limited action last season.
  • Gage Boyle earned honors as D North Defensive Player of the Year as a sophomore.
  • The team moves to the C South division, facing tougher competition.
  • Point Beach emphasizes a run-heavy Wing-T offense with multiple backs.
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Point Beach returns six All-Division players as Billy Cavanaugh takes over at QB and the Garnet Gulls chase back to back division titles.

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