Duquesne Triumphs Over Stonehill with Perrantes' 5 TD Performance
- Darius Perrantes led Duquesne with 412 passing yards and five touchdowns.
- JaMario Clements contributed significantly with 108 rushing yards and a touchdown.
- Duquesne's win improved their record to 5-2, while Stonehill suffered its fourth consecutive loss.
On Saturday, October 26, 2024, in Easton, Massachusetts, Duquesne University achieved a decisive victory over Stonehill College with a score of 48-34. Darius Perrantes notably performed as Duquesne’s quarterback, completing 25 of 34 passes for a remarkable 412 yards alongside five touchdowns. His performance was complemented by John Erby, who made eight receptions for 138 yards and scored two touchdowns. JaMario Clements contributed significantly with 108 rushing yards and a touchdown. The game opened with Clements scoring a 3-yard touchdown, setting the tone for Duquesne’s first-quarter dominance. Perrantes quickly followed up with touchdown passes, establishing a 21-point lead early in the second quarter. In contrast, Stonehill's Jack O’Connell, who threw for 231 yards, struggled to keep pace with Duquesne, despite managing four touchdown passes himself, including two to Jacob Flynn. As the game progressed, Stonehill finally found the end zone with a 52-yard touchdown by Brigham Dunphy just before the half. The Skyhawks, however, could not overcome Duquesne's advancement as the game continued. This victory propelled Duquesne to a 5-2 overall record and maintained their unbeaten status within the Northeastern Conference at 3-0, while Stonehill fell to 1-6 and remained winless in conference play, extending their losing streak to four games.