sentences:  In the state semi-final, Clifton defeated Ridge High School 1–0 in double overtime, before falling in the state final to Toms River High School South by a score of 1–0, a goal was the only goal allowed through the five games of the state tournament, in a season in which Clifton had a record of 19–6–1, including 16 shutouts.The team averaged 20 wins a season over the three-year period.In Coach Vespignani's eight years at the helm, the team is a combined 149–36–7.