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Week 9 Review

CSFL

Army vs Cornell: Army wins 55-0

Player of the Game: Sr QB Kyle West 229 passing yards 3TD & Soph WR Cohen Tomasits 4rec 117yards 1TD

Army continued its undefeated season with another dominant performance, shutting out Cornell 55-0 to improve to 7-0. The Black Knights overwhelmed the Big Red on both sides of the football, finishing with 506 total yards, including 359 passing yards and 147 rushing yards. Sr QB Kyle West had a sharp performance throwing for 229 yards 3TD. Army’s rushing attack was led by Soph RB Doug Jarvie, who finished with 65 rushing yards 1TD, while Fr QB Luke Brown added 54 yards 1TD. Soph WR Cohen Tomasits led the team on the outside with 4rec 117 yards 3TD. Soph WR Marek Arbogast followed up with 6rec 94yards 1TD. Defensively, Army held Cornell to just 108 total yards, including 28 rushing yards and 80 passing yards. The Black Knights limited the Big Red to only eight first downs while forcing two turnovers. Soph LB Reed Hisle led the defense with 6tk 1tfl and a blocked kick, while Sr DB JC Romo added 5tk 1tfl 1int. Jr DL Joseph Sobeski added 1tk 1tfl 1sack. Army keeps rolling as they stay home to welcome CHC next week.

Cornell suffered its third consecutive defeat, falling to 2-5 after struggling to establish any offensive rhythm against Army’s physical defense. Fr QB Beck Berry finished with 80 yards 1int while adding two rushing yards. Sr RB Andrew Lay was the Big Red’s most productive offensive weapon, finishing with 23 rushing yards and a team-high 5rec 54 yards. Cornell managed just 28 net rushing yards on 34 attempts and failed to reach the endzone for the second time in three games. Defensively, Cornell could not do much to slow down the Army offense. Sr DB Kruz Meier led the Big Red with 8tk 1tfl, while Jr DL Ben Roerden and Fr DB Aaron Gellert each contributed 5tk. Cornell heads home next week to take on Penn.

Navy vs D’Youville: Navy wins 67-0

Player of the Game: Sr RB Hunter Gennicks 85 rushing yards 3TD & Sr QB Luke O’Connell 107 passing yards 2TD

Navy continued its successful season with this win over D’Youville. The Midshipmen controlled the contest from start to finish, scoring 20 points in each of the first three quarters before adding seven in the fourth. Navy finished with 458 total yards, including an impressive 351 rushing yards and 107 passing yards. Sr QB Luke O’Connell was nearly perfect through the air, completing all six of his passes for 107yards 2TD. Sr RB Hunter Gennicks led the offense with 85 rushing yards 3TD. Jr RB Broderick Freeman added 57 rushing yards and 39 receiving yards with 1TD. Soph WR Jon Malatesta led the receiving corps with 2rec 39yards. Defensively, Navy delivered one of its most dominant performances of the season, holding D’Youville to just 27 total yards, including -30 rushing yards. Soph LB Lex Willson led the defense with 7tk 0.5tfl, while Soph LB Drake Murrell and Fr DL Matthew DeVito each contributed 6tk. Navy finishes up the regular season next week at Molloy.

D’Youville’s difficult season continues as the Saints fall to 0-7. The Saints struggled to establish any offensive rhythm against Navy’s defense, finishing with just 27 total yards on 43 plays. Fr QB Cooper Bange completed 7 of 13 passes for 36yards 1int, while Fr QB Evan Blye added 21 passing yards 1int on 3 of 10 passing. Fr WR Jameer Walters was D’Youville’s most productive receiving weapon, finishing with 3rec 22yards. D’Youville finished with -30 rushing yards on 20 attempts and was unable to sustain a scoring drive. The Saints converted just one third-down opportunity and were forced to punt eight times. Defensively, D’Youville had some defenders do what they could to stop the bleeding. Gr LB Daniel Weslowski led the defense with a game-high 13tk, while Fr LB Chris Young added 9tk 0.5tfl. Fr DL Isac Hawkins contributed 6tk 1tfl 1sack. The Saints defense struggled to contain Navy’s powerful rushing attack, allowing 351 rushing yards and eight rushing touchdowns. D’Youville also failed to force a turnover, allowing Navy to consistently sustain scoring drives and control field position. D’Youville will try to end their inaugural season on a high note vs Mansfiled next week.

Penn vs Chestnut Hill: Penn wins 23-21

Player of the Game: Sr K/DL Paul Tjoumakaris 35-yard game-winning FG, 7tk 0.5tfl

Penn picked up one of its most dramatic victories of the season, defeating Chestnut Hill 23-21 on a last-minute field goal at Franklin Field. Fr QB John Franchini had the best passing day of his career throwing for a career-high 164 yards 2TD while adding a team-high 47 rushing yards. Fr WR Jack Badner finished with 7rec 52yards 1TD, while Soph RB Xavier May contributed 2rec 54yards. The moment that made the game was Franchini leading an eight-play, 61-yard drive that set up Sr K Paul Tjoumakaris for a 35-yard field goal with 42 seconds remaining. The senior kicker delivered under pressure, giving Penn a thrilling two-point victory on Senior Night. Defensively, Penn delivered several impressive individual performances against one of the CSFL’s most productive offenses. Sr LB Grant Coulson led the Quakers with 8tk, while Sr LB Jacob Rios, Soph LB Luke Sharp, Soph DB Xavier May, Fr DL Silas Munday, Sr DL Luke Pajovich and Sr K/DL Paul Tjoumakaris each contributed 7tk. The group combined for 35tk 3.5tfl. Despite allowing 321 total yards, including 186 passing yards and 135 rushing yards, the Quakers consistently came through in critical situations. The victory provides important momentum as Penn prepares to close its regular season against Cornell next week.

Chestnut Hill suffered a heartbreaking defeat despite outgaining Penn 321-244. Fr QB Griffin Walter continued his outstanding season, throwing for 186yards 1TD while adding 47 rushing yards 2TD. Walter accounted for all three Chestnut Hill touchdowns. Jr RB Xavier Limehouse contributed a team-high 88 rushing yards continuing his productive season. Chestnut Hill finished with 19 first downs but was unable to protect its late advantage. Soph WR Ronnell Wheeler delivered an outstanding performance, leading the receiving corps with 7rec 91yards, while Sr TE Aiden Neff added 4rec 58yards 1TD. Defensively, Chestnut Hill received another strong performance from Jr LB Trevon Hodnett, who led the Griffins with 7tk 2.5tfl. Sr DB Amir Jenkins added 6tk 2tfl, while Sr DL Dahquan Richardson contributed 6tk 2tfl 1sack 1pbu. Sr DB Hunter Oaks contributed 3tk 2pbu, helping limit Penn’s passing opportunities. The Griffins held the Quakers to just 80 rushing yards and 244 total yards while recording one sack and several tackles for loss. The loss ends Chestnut Hill’s three-game winning streak and leaves the Griffins at 5-2 heading into their regular-season finale against Army.

Mansfield vs STAC: Mansfield wins 66-0

Player of the Game: Soph QB Joseph Frye 250 passing yards 5TD 60 rushing yards 1TD

Mansfield delivered one of the most dominant performances in program history, defeating STAC 66-0 to improve to 5-2 overall. The Mountaineers had an offensive explosion that produced 420 total yards, including 270 passing yards and 150 rushing yards. Soph QB Joseph Frye delivered a historic performance, throwing for 250 yards 5TD while adding a team-high 60 rushing yards 1TD. Frye tied Mansfield’s single-game record for passing touchdowns and accounted for six total touchdowns. Sr WR Jerry Holmes Jr. continued his impressive season with 3rec 108yards 2TD. Holmes’ performance gave him eight receiving touchdowns on the season, establishing a new Mansfield program record. Jr WR Camryn Harwick added 3rec 69yards 1TD. Sr RB Weston Bellows finished with 55 rushing yards and 1rec 22yards 1TD. The 66 points marked the second-highest single-game total in Mansfield sprint football history. Defensively, Mansfield put together a great performance, holding STAC to just 30 total yards, including an incredible -28 rushing yards. Sr DL Shamus Lesher delivered one of the strongest defensive performances of the CSFL season, finishing with 5tk 4tfl 3.5sacks while also blocking a punt. Jr LB Jackson Taylor led the defense with 6tk while delivering a 27-yard fumble recovery touchdown in the opening quarter. Soph LB Jack Burbage added 5tk 1tfl and recovered Lesher’s blocked punt in the endzone for another touchdown early in the third quarter. Fr DL Jake Schelhorn contributed 4tk 3tfl 1ff 1fr, while Soph DB Matt Machmer continued his historic season with 3tk 1int 4pbu. Machmer’s interception was his seventh of the season and 11th of his career, establishing Mansfield program records. Mansfield will close its regular season against D’Youville at home next week.

STAC struggled to generate any offensive production against Mansfield’s relentless defense. The Spartans managed just 30 total yards on 50 offensive plays. Sr QB Jake Kear completed 6 of 17 passes for 50yards while being sacked four times. Jr QB Demani Jones Allen also saw action, completing 2 of 7 passes for 8yards 1int. Jr RB Damari Hamilton led the rushing attack with 19yards. Soph RB/WR Trevon Washington was limited to five rushing yards on three attempts as STAC struggled to establish its usually productive ground game. Soph WR Damian Aviles led the receiving corps with 3rec 25yards, while Jr WR Jayderr Wilhite contributed 2rec 20yards.Defensively, STAC did what they could to try and slow down the potent Mansfield offense. Sr LB Brandon Jimenez led the Spartans with a game-high 13tk 1.5tfl 0.5sack. Sr DL Ethan Brown contributed 9tk 0.5tfl 1pbu, while Sr DB Prince Alvarado added 8tk. The Spartans defense recorded two sacks and recovered a Mansfield fumble but struggled to contain Frye and the Mountaineers’ explosive passing attack. STAC heads home to face Caldwell in their final game of the season.

Caldwell vs Molloy: Caldwell wins 34-10

Player of the Game: Jr ATH Josh Smith 257 passing yards 4TD 96 rushing yards 1TD & Jr WR Joey Ciccotelli 6rec 81yards 3TD

Caldwell continued its late-season resurgence with an impressive 34-10 victory over Molloy, improving to 3-4 and securing its second consecutive win. The Cougars finished with 418 total yards, including 257 passing yards and 161 rushing yards. Jr ATH Josh Smith continued to establish himself as one of the most dangerous dual-threat players in the CSFL, completing 22 of 35 passes for 257 yards 4TD 2int while adding a game-high 96 rushing yards 1TD. Smith accounted for all five Caldwell touchdowns and 353 total yards. His favorite target was Jr WR Joey Ciccotelli, who delivered another exceptional performance with 6rec 81yards 3TD. Gr WR Ajurn Petgrave finished with 4rec 72yards 1TD, while Sr WR Darius Harrison added 5rec 37yards. Defensively, Caldwell delivered one of its strongest performances of the season. Soph LB Hector Lopez continued his impressive season with a team-high 9tk 1tfl 1pbu, while Soph DL Edmond Anderson delivered an outstanding performance with 8tk 1tfl 1sack. Sr LB Jeffrey Willame contributed 7tk, all solo. The Cougar’s defense was particularly impressive in critical situations, holding Molloy to just 4 of 11 on third down and preventing the Lions from converting their only fourth-down attempt. Caldwell also limited Molloy’s explosive rushing attack, holding RB Jalen Gordon to 73 yards after he had rushed for 377 combined yards over his previous two games. Caldwell will finish its season next week against STAC.

Molloy saw its two-game winning streak come to an end, falling to 2-5 after struggling to maintain offensive consistency against Caldwell’s physical defense. Soph RB Jalen Gordon remained the focal point of the offense, finishing with a team-high 73 rushing yards. Soph QB Anthony Caliendo threw for 72yards, while Sr QB Paulie Drummond V added 50 passing yards and 1TD. It was great seeing Drummond play in this game after suffering a lower body injury earlier in the season. Molloy’s lone touchdown came early in the fourth quarter when Drummond connected with Gr WR Peter von Schoenermarck for a 22-yard score. Schoenermarck led the receiving corps with 5rec 66yards 1TD. Defensively, Molloy received some strong individual performances despite surrendering 34 points. Soph DB Ayden Das led the Lions with a game-high 9tk 1pbu, while Jr DL Anthony DiSalvo added 8tk. Jr LB Marquis Dixon finished with 5tk 1int. The Lions forced two turnovers and prevented Caldwell from scoring in the second quarter but struggled to contain Smith’s dual-threat ability as the game progressed. Molloy finishes their season next week against Navy.

MSFL

Midway vs CCSJ: Midway wins 24-17

Player of the Game: RB Zane Wickliffe 104 rushing yards 1TD & LB Tristian Euell 10tk 2.5tfl 1sack 2ff

Midway captured its first Midwest Sprint Football League Championship with a thrilling 24-17 victory over Calumet College of St. Joseph, finishing its season with a 7-1 record. The Eagles entered the championship looking for revenge after suffering a 28-9 defeat to CCSJ in their previous meeting, and delivered when it mattered most. Midway finished with 323 total yards, including 221 rushing yards and 102 passing yards. Jr RB Zane Wickliffe delivered the biggest play of the season, finishing with a team-high 104 rushing yards 1TD on 10 carries. With the game tied 17-17 early in the fourth quarter, Wickliffe exploded for a spectacular 77-yard touchdown run, giving Midway a 24-17 advantage with 12:20 remaining. The touchdown ultimately proved to be the game-winner. Jr QB Christian Carter delivered an impressive dual-threat performance throwing for 102yards 1TD while adding 100 rushing yards 1TD. Jr WR Chase Williams finished with 3rec 33yards 1TD, while Jr WR Ayden Bauwens led the receiving corps with 2rec 54yards. Defensively, Midway delivered one of its most important performances of the season despite surrendering 456 total yards to the Crimson Wave. The Eagles allowed 347 rushing yards but consistently came through in critical moments, forcing two turnovers and recording two sacks. Sr LB Byron Wallace was outstanding, leading the defense with a game-high 16tk 1tfl 1fr. Soph DL Tristian Euell delivered another dominant performance with 10tk 2.5tfl 1sack 2ff, repeatedly disrupting CCSJ’s rushing attack and creating crucial turnovers. Fr DL Justin Ball added 10tk. Although CCSJ produced 25 first downs, Midway’s ability to force turnovers and deliver timely defensive stops ultimately proved decisive. The victory secured the first MSFL Championship in program history and provided a fitting conclusion to Midway’s final sprint football season before transitioning to traditional NAIA football in 2027.

CCSJ suffered a heartbreaking defeat, finishing its season at 6-2 after falling just short of capturing the MSFL Championship. The top-seeded Crimson Wave entered the matchup riding a six-game winning streak and appeared to have taken control late in the third quarter. CCSJ’s rushing attack was outstanding, producing 347 yards and 2TD. Jr RB Zaire Davis delivered another dominant performance, finishing with a game-high 192 rushing yards 2TD. Davis scored on a 7-yard touchdown run in the second quarter to tie the game at 7-7 before adding another 7-yard score with 54 seconds remaining in the third quarter, giving CCSJ its first lead at 17-14. Jr RB Jamall Warnell added an impressive 93 rushing yards, while Fr QB DJ Bowles contributed 54 rushing yards and completed 7 of 17 passes for 109yards. Sr WR Tre Simmons was the Crimson Wave’s most productive receiving weapon, finishing with 4rec 82yards. Jr K Jeau Vinatieri connected on a 24-yard field goal late in the second quarter, helping CCSJ enter halftime trailing just 14-10. The Crimson Wave finished with 456 total yards and controlled the football for 38:47 but struggled to turn its offensive production into enough points. Defensively, CCSJ delivered a strong performance against one of the league’s most explosive offenses, holding Midway to just 102 passing yards while forcing several important stops. Soph LB CJ Wright led the Crimson Wave with 8tk and delivered one of the biggest special teams plays of the game, blocking Cockrell’s 28-yard field-goal attempt with 28 seconds remaining. Soph LB Adin Wolgemuth added 7tk, while Sr DL Robinson Hale contributed 5tk 0.5tfl 1pbu. Fr DL Reggie Miller finished with 5tk, and Jr DB Marcus Hardy added 4tk 1pbu. Fr DB Corshawn Sartin was particularly impressive in coverage, recording three pass breakups. Despite the loss, CCSJ completed one of its strongest seasons in recent years, finishing with six victories. The Crimson Wave’s championship hopes came to an end against a Midway team that capitalized on its opportunities and delivered one final memorable performance to close the program’s sprint football era. CCSJ leaves the MSFL as one of the most storied programs in the history of the league. CCSJ will also leave for NAIA next season.