Bergen Catholic defeats St. Joseph’s Prep 33-3 in non-league football

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Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Bergen Catholic defeats St. Joseph’s Prep 33-3 in non-league football
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Bergen Catholic rebounded from an early-season slump to secure a 33-3 victory over St. Joseph’s Prep on September 12. The Crusaders defense, which struggled in its first two games, limited the Pennsylvania program to a single first-quarter field goal. Junior quarterback Trey Tagliaferri led the offense by completing 20 of 28 passes for 279 yards and two touchdowns. Senior Bryan Porter contributed to the scoring by catching one touchdown pass and rushing for two more. The win marks the first victory of the season for Bergen Catholic, moving the team's record to 1-2. Coach Vito Campanile credited the team’s defensive discipline and improved fundamentals for the turnaround against a nationally recognized opponent.

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  • Bergen Catholic beat St. Joseph’s Prep 33-3 on September 12.
  • Trey Tagliaferri passed for 279 yards and two touchdowns without throwing an interception.
  • Bryan Porter scored three total touchdowns including one receiving and two rushing.
  • The Bergen Catholic defense held its opponent to 255 total yards of offense.
  • The victory brings the Bergen Catholic season record to 1-2.
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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.

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