Brick and Brick Memorial have accomplished their goals – literally.
Both teams have qualified for the state ice hockey playoffs and will compete for the Handchen Cup begining this week.
In a tournament between the top four teams in Shore A and the top four teams in Shore B, the Dragons were awarded the top seed while the Mustangs, who squeaked into the field, will be the sixth seed.
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After starting the season 2-1-1, the Dragons have reeled off a 16-game winning streak, making them arguably the hottest team in the state playoffs.
On Sunday, Feb. 20, at 9 p.m., the Mustangs will hit the road, travelling to Toms River to take on the defending state champions. In their only match-up against each other this season, Toms River South was able to hold off the Mustangs for a 3-1 win at home.
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Brick Memorial will look to be the surprise team of the tournament as it finished the season 5-1-4 to qualify for both the Handchen Cup and state playoffs.
Both teams could meet up in the second round for a third time this season -- something everyone in Brick would like to see.
