DePaul Flexes Offensive Might in Commanding Win Over Seton Hall Prep

photo by: Anthony Ferrara

In a thrilling display of high school football, DePaul Catholic High School solidified its status as one of New Jersey's elite teams with a commanding 34-14 victory over Seton Hall Prep. This match-up at Alumni Field saw DePaul's offense in full swing, racking up impressive numbers that left the crowd buzzing.

From the kickoff, DePaul's strategy was clear: dominate through the air and on the ground. Junior quarterback Derek Zammit led the aerial assault, throwing for four touchdowns. Three of those went to standout receiver De’zie Jones, who dazzled fans with receptions covering significant chunks of the field. His first touchdown, a 3-yard catch in the first quarter, set the tone early. He continued to impress with a 49-yard reception, which extended DePaul's lead to 20-7 by halftime. Jones would close his day with a 20-yard touchdown catch, capping a stellar performance that totaled 155 receiving yards.

The ground game was equally potent, with Nolan James Jr., a Boston College commit, tearing through the Seton Hall Prep defense. James racked up a career-high 249 yards, including a breathtaking 48-yard touchdown run in the third quarter that further tilted the game in DePaul's favor.

Seton Hall Prep's efforts to stem the tide were led by senior quarterback Jack Gilmore, who threw for 189 yards and a touchdown. His connection with Matthew Bergwall for an 8-yard touchdown briefly narrowed the gap, but DePaul's relentless offense proved too much. Bryce Robbins contributed 98 rushing yards for Seton Hall Prep and found the end zone late in the game, but it was not enough to mount a comeback.

DePaul's impressive win not only highlighted their potent offense but also showcased their ability to control the game's pace and tempo. As they moved to 4-0 for the season, the path ahead looks promising for this powerhouse team.

Seton Hall Prep, now sitting at 2-2, will look to regroup and rebound in their next outing, hoping to return to the form that has seen them compete at the highest levels of New Jersey high school football.