Ridgewood triumphs at Indian Valley Tri

Ridgewood girls secure first place with 86 points in April 21 meet

Ridgewood took first place Tuesday, April 21 out of the three IVC teams competing at the Indian Valley Tri. Ridgewood was first with 86 points, followed by Indian Valley with 60. In the boys competition, Indian Valley finished first with 77 points. Buckeye Trail was second with 47. Ridgewood was third with 41 points.

Natalie Holbrook

Published April 23, 2026 - 9:06 a.m.

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