In a Patriot League opener, Joe Pesansky led Holy Cross to a 38-7 victory over Colgate with an impressive performance. Pesansky completed 25 of 29 passes for 289 yards and threw four touchdowns to Justin Shorter, who had 140 yards on 11 receptions. Shorter caught a 19-yard touchdown in the second quarter to give Holy Cross the lead, and the duo connected for three more touchdowns throughout the game.
Holy Cross also had a strong defensive showing, with Cam Jones, Eli Thompson, and Jake Jarmolowich each intercepting a pass, forcing four turnovers from Colgate. Despite a touchdown from Jake Stearney for the Raiders, Holy Cross dominated the game on both offense and defense.
The win improved Holy Cross to a 2-4 record, while Colgate fell to 1-5. The game showcased Holy Cross’s offensive power and defensive strength, giving them a strong start in the Patriot League. The victory was a testament to Pesansky’s skill as a quarterback and the teamwork on both sides of the ball for Holy Cross. The team looks to build on this momentum for future games in the season.
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