The Christopher Newport express went to the Garden State and slowed no signs of slowing down, as the 15th-ranked Captains cruised past William Paterson 52-7 Saturday in Wayne, New Jersey.

Connor Barry, the NCAA Division III leader in pass efficiency, completed 17 of 18 passes for 340 yards and three touchdowns as the Captains (7-0, 4-0 New Jersey Athletic Conference) hiked their winning streak to 12 games, counting last year. Backup Brandon Pena got plenty of action, going 7 of 11 for 46.

Receiver Colin Hart amassed 204 yards and two TDs on eight catches. Drevyon Tharrington, a freshman from Granby High, ran for 60 yards and a score on three carries. The Captains outgained the Pioneers 543-157, including 386-87 passing.

William Paterson dropped to 2-5, 1-3.

Apprentice wins by forfeit:

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