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WATCH: Maryland commit can drill a 50-yard field goals with either leg
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Kickers don’t always steal the show on National Signing Day. Those high-profile moments are usually reserved for the five-star quarterback, the game-changing running back or the standout defensive lineman.
But Joseph Petrino has worked his way into a few headlines during the early signing period. How?
Well, the Maryland commit can kick a 50-yard field goal…with either leg. You can read that as many times as you like, but I promise it’s not a typo.
Petrino was highlighted on Big Ten Network during signing day coverage on Wednesday, showing off his unique ability. First, the kicker knocked a 60-yard field goal through the uprights with his right leg. Then, he moved the ball up 10 yards and drilled a 50-yard attempt with his left leg.
Don’t believe it? Here’s the video evidence.
Car mechanic-turned-college football player?
Ambidextrous kicker? @TerpsFootball has a couple of interesting signees in @TJ_BRADLEYYYY & @joseph_petrino. pic.twitter.com/fRIAt2NemY
— Maryland On BTN (@MarylandOnBTN) December 20, 2017
Dustin grew up in the heart of Big Ten country and has been in sports media since 2010. He has been covering Big Ten football since 2014. You can follow him on Twitter: @SchutteCFB