Matt Perno, Catholic, So., Running Back

Matt Perno, Catholic, So., Running Back

Perno, a sophomore from New Hyde Park, N.Y., registered his second straight rushing performance of more than 100 yards as the Cardinals set a season-high for points scored in their 54-25 road win at Anna Maria College.  Perno carried the ball 17 times for 161 yards and three touchdowns, helping CUA to a season-best 232 yards on the ground.  Perno recorded scoring runs of 27 and 67 yards in the first half before adding a six-yard effort in the third quarter.  The 67-yard score is the longest run in the ODAC this season.  Perno is now ranked third in the ODAC in rushing with 293 yards and 97.7 yards per game.  His four touchdowns are tied atop the league.

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