2025 Football News
No. 19 Football Concludes Season in Snowy NAIA FCS Second Round
November 29, 2025
The No. 19 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) football team fell to the No. 1 Grand View University in the NAIA Football Championship Series Second Reound held at a snowy Mediacom Stadium in Des Moines, Iowa.
Saint Francis to Travel to Grand View for NAIA FCS Second Round
November 24, 2025
The second-round schedule is set in the NAIA Football Championship Series, with the No. 19 University of Saint Francis football team advancing to face No. 1 Grand View University on Saturday, November 29. Saturday's game will be played at Mediacom Stadium (1427-1483 25th St, Des Moines, Iowa 50311) with kickoff set for 1:00 p.m.
No. 19 Cougars Survive and Advance to NAIA FCS Second Round with 13-12 Win over No. 21 Valor
November 22, 2025
The No. 19 University of Saint Francis football team hosted No. 21 Evangel University in the NAIA Football Championship First Round on Saturday, November 22. In a hard-fought battle on both sides, the Cougars secured a 13-12 victory at Bishop John M. D'Arcy Stadium to advance in the postseason.
Kooy and Cross Named MFSA Midwest Players of the Year; 14 Cougars Earn All-Midwest League Honors
November 20, 2025
The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) picked up 14 All-Midwest League selections, as the 2024 MSFA All-Midwest League Teams were announced on Monday, November 25.
2025 NAIA Fall Sports Daktronics Scholar-Athletes Released
November 20, 2025
The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) proudly announces the 2025 NAIA Scholar-Athletes for fall sports. This honor recognizes student-athletes in each of the fall sports who have excelled academically, including football, men's cross country, men's soccer, women's cross country, women's soccer and women's volleyball.
Kulka Tabbed MSFA Midwest League Offensive Player of the Week
November 17, 2025
The Mid-States Football Association (MSFA) announced the Midwest League players of the week on Monday, recognizing the league's top individual performances over the weekend.
Football Earns No. 16 Seed and First Round Home Game in NAIA Football Championship Series
November 16, 2025
The 20-team field is set, and the Battle for the Red Banner is ready to begin, as the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics announced the qualifiers for the 2025 NAIA Football Championship Series. The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) earned the 16 seed and will host No. 18 Evangel University on Saturday, November 22. Kickoff between the Cougars and the Valor is set for 12:00 p.m. at Bishop John M. D'Arcy Stadium.
No. 21 Cougars Overpower Eagles 63-20 on Senior Day
November 15, 2025
The No. 21 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) football team overpowered Judson University 63-20 to close out the regular season during Senior Day at Bishop John M. D'Arcy Stadium on Saturday, November 15.
Wallace Named MSFA Midwest League Offensive Player of the Week
November 10, 2025
The Mid-States Football Association (MSFA) announced the Midwest League players of the week on Monday, recognizing the league's top individual performances over the weekend. Azariah Wallace represented the University of Saint Francis (Ind.) in this week's awards after earning his first career MSFA Player of the Week honor.
Saint Francis Moves to No. 21 in Latest NAIA Top 25 Poll
November 10, 2025
The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) football has moved back up a spot to No. 21 in this week's Netting Professionals NAIA Coaches' Top 25 Poll.
No. 22 Football Rolls Past St. Francis (Ill.) 42-24
November 08, 2025
The No. 22 University of Saint Francis (Ind.) Cougars defeated the University of St. Francis (Ill.) by a final score of 42-24 in an MSFA Midwest League matchup on Saturday, November 8.
Cougars Jump to No. 22 in Latest NAIA Top 25 Poll
November 03, 2025
The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) football has moved back into the top 25 after earning the No. 22 spot in this week's Netting Professionals NAIA Coaches' Top 25 Poll.
Cross Crowned MSFA Midwest League Defensive Player of the Week
November 03, 2025
The Mid-States Football Association (MSFA) announced the Midwest League players of the week on Monday, recognizing the league's top individual performances over the weekend. Marquise Cross represented the University of Saint Francis (Ind.) in this week's awards after being named the MSFA Midwest League Defensive Player of the Week.
(RV) SF Upsets No. 22 ONU 30-22
November 01, 2025
The (RV) University of Saint Francis Cougars earned an upset victory over No. 22 Olivet Nazarene University on Saturday, November 1, during the Cougars' Military Appreciation Game at Bishop D’Arcy Stadium. The 30-22 win pushed Saint Francis to 7–2 overall, marking its fourth consecutive home win of the season.
(RV) SF Earns Thrilling Road Win Against (RV) SXU
October 25, 2025
In a thrilling game that came down to the wire, (RV) Saint Francis came up with a late stop to secure a thrilling 28–27 road victory over (RV) Saint Xavier University on Saturday, October 25.
Saint Francis Football to Host Military Appreciation Game on November 1
October 20, 2025
The University of Saint Francis (Ind.) football team honors the dedicated and selfless individuals who serve or have served our great country by hosting a Military Appreciation Game on Saturday, November 1.