Nick Palmieri scored two touchdowns in second-seeded Manalapan’s 40-0 victory over seventh-seeded Hamilton West in the quarterfinal round of the NJSIAA / Xfinity Central Jersey, Group 4 playoffs in Manalapan.

Quarterback Cameron Desfosse connected with wide receiver Ryan Melendez on a 44-yard touchdown. Running back Ah’sere Woolfolk ran in a 62-yard touchdown.

Jamil Mercado contributed on special teams with a blocked punt returned for a touchdown.

Manalapan (7-3) will host third-seeded Middletown North in the semifinals next Friday at 6 p.m.

Hamilton West (5-4) will host Steinert on Thursday, November 27 on Thanksgiving at 10:30 a.m.

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