Lehigh edges Long Island 20-17 with Perri’s TD pass

On Saturday, Lehigh University faced Long Island University in a closely contested football game in Brookville, New York. The Mountain Hawks took the lead in the third quarter thanks to a 27-yard touchdown pass from Dante Perri to Mason Humphrey, bringing the score to 20-14. Perri's performance included completing 6 of 13 passes for a total of 113 yards without any interceptions, showcasing his effectiveness in crucial moments. Backup quarterback Hayden Johnson also contributed, completing 4 of 5 passes for 26 yards and adding another touchdown to the team's tally. Luke Yoder was instrumental in the ground game, rushing for 94 yards and scoring a touchdown on a 10-yard run, further solidifying Lehigh's offensive efforts. On the defensive side, Broc Bender made a pivotal stop late in the fourth quarter, halting LIU's Pat Bowen on a critical fourth-and-2 attempt with just 57 seconds remaining. This defensive play was crucial in preserving the victory for Lehigh, as it prevented Long Island from mounting a final drive to tie the game. Long Island's quarterback, Luca Stanzani, had a commendable performance, throwing two touchdown passes and completing 16 of 26 attempts for 154 yards, although he was intercepted once. Despite their efforts, LIU fell to 0-3 for the season, while Lehigh improved to 2-1, demonstrating resilience and teamwork in a hard-fought game.