DIV 2

SCSU Football Battles In 27-26 Loss At No. 13 Shepherd

SHEPHERDSTOWN, WV – Southern Connecticut football dropped a heartbreaker at No. 13 Shepherd to open the season, falling to the Rams, 27-26. The Owls led for most of the game before the hometown team snuck out a season-opening win with a touchdown with 23 seconds left in the game.

Division I transfer Keith Ridley had an impressive Owls debut as he threw for 302 yards on 18-of-28 passing with a touchdown, while also running for 17 yards, consistently moved the Owls offense downfield on four scoring drives. Shawn Martin scored twice for the Owls, once on the ground and once threw the air, while leading Southern with seven catches for 71 yards including a 16-yard touchdown reception. Martin also had 14 carries for 86 yards and a 15-yard kickoff return.