A fast start and strong finish sealed victory for the Chapman University Panthers in the inaugural SCIAC Championship Game, 41-20, on Saturday afternoon at Ernie Chapman Stadium in Orange, Calif.

Chapman Recap

The Panthers scored 17 points in the first quarter and went ahead 24-0 midway through the second while the defense recorded an astounding six interceptions in the win. Luke Peterman connected with eight different receivers for 307 yards to go with on 18-for-24 passing, with Jason Bruce hauling in two scores. Roman Hardin grabbed three of the interceptions while Kyle Sieben nabbed two and Kade Jordan got a pick and led the team with six tackles, 1.5 on sacks.

The Panthers will await the announcement of their opponent in the NCAA Championship. The Selection Show will air on Sunday at 2 p.m.
 

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