Before the season kicks off Sept. 6, we're counting down the lohud Section 1 Preseason Top 10, releasing one team each day. After winning section and state titles in Class B, the Garnets hope to run it back — this time, in Class A. They bring back approximately half of their starting lineup from last year's state title run, but it's a seasoned group overall. There was a midseason stretch where Rye was missing as many as seven starters, forcing some rotational players and backups to take on bigger roles and gain valuable in-game experience as a result. (Photo: Jake Kessner from Rye runs with the ball as Jaren Rodriguez from Port Jervis defends during the NYSPHSAA Class B regional final football game, Nov. 18, 2023.) 🔗: Read more of the story at our link in bio. 📸: Mark Vergari markvergari ✍: Eugene Rapay byeugenerapay #lohudSports #HighSchoolFootball #Football #Section1 garnetfootball #rye #ryeny ryecityschooldistrict