Yale quarterback Dante Reno threw for 298 yards and four touchdowns on Saturday, guiding the Bulldogs to a 41‑24 victory over Merrimack after the recent death of his father, former Yale coaching legend Tony Reno.
Reno’s performance accounted for the bulk of Yale’s offense, with his passing tally producing all four of the team’s touchdowns and helping the Bulldogs build a decisive lead early in the contest.
The win came just days after the passing of Tony Reno, who was widely respected for his contributions to Yale football as a longtime coach and mentor. Dante Reno’s display on the field was described as a tribute to his father’s legacy.
Merrimack managed 24 points but was unable to keep pace with Yale’s scoring surge, falling short despite efforts to narrow the gap in the second half.
The victory adds to Yale’s season record and underscores the Bulldogs’ competitive standing within the Ivy League, a conference that includes some of the nation’s oldest collegiate football programs.
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