ALFRED, NY – Early scoring by Brockport proved to be the difference, as the Golden Eagles defeated the Alfred University football team, 28-3, on Saturday afternoon at Yunevich Stadium.
The Saxon defense was tested early in the opening quarter, but
Isaiah Gittens (West Hempstead, NY/Kellenberg) came up with a key fourth-down tackle to force a turnover on downs. Later in the quarter,
Auben Marcus Jr. (Ridge, NY/Longwood) recorded his first interception of the afternoon, giving Alfred University possession near midfield. Following a turnover by the Saxon offense, Brockport capitalized with a touchdown to take the early lead. Marcus Jr. came up with his second interception of the quarter in the closing minutes, giving AU possession in Golden Eagles territory heading into the second quarter.
A missed field goal on Brockport's next drive gave the Saxons another opportunity on offense. However, the Golden Eagles added two touchdowns in the second quarter to take a 21-0 lead into halftime. Brockport added another touchdown on its opening drive of the third quarter to extend its advantage. Alfred University's lone points came in the final quarter, as
Dominic Bronco (Rochester, NY/Aquinas) connected on a 43-yard field goal to put the Saxons on the scoreboard.
Alfred University will return home next Saturday to host Alfred State College in the annual Alfred Cup matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 PM at Yunevich Stadium. Prior to the game, Alfred University Athletics will recognize its seniors as part of Senior Day. At halftime, the department will also honor the 2026 Hall of Fame Induction Class as part of Hall of Fame Weekend.
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