Bergen Catholic football's 'D' dominates against Pennsylvania power
The young Crusaders (1-2) may have turned their season around with a thoroughly dominating, 33-3 victory over St. Joseph’s Prep on Sept. 12.
ORADELL – Bergen Catholic's defensive unit displayed an impressive performance against St. Joseph’s Prep, a team often considered one of Pennsylvania’s finest and among the best in the nation. The Crusaders secured a dominant 33-3 victory on September 12, allowing only a field goal in the first quarter. Coach Vito Campanile highlighted the team's effort to become tougher and focus on fundamentals.
Leading the attack, senior Bryan Porter scored a touchdown on a pass and also rushed for two scores. Junior quarterback Trey Tagliaferri contributed significantly with 279 passing yards and two touchdowns. The defense's resilience was evident as they limited St. Joseph’s to 142 rushing yards, marking a stark contrast to the team’s first two games where they conceded 86 points.
For Bergen Catholic, the win could be a turning point, with Coach Campanile emphasizing the team's commitment to growth and fortitude.
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