Northern Athletics Collegiate Conference

Perera delivered a standout defensive performance in the Wisconsin Lutheran’s 25-24 come-from-behind win over Ripon on Sept. 12. The junior linebacker tied for the game high with eight tackles, including seven solo stops, while adding two tackles for loss and the first interception of his career. His effort helped WLC rally from a 24-12 fourth-quarter deficit and secure its first 2-0 start to a season since 2012.