WORCESTER, Mass. - The Greyhounds bounced back from a close loss to the Falcons at home by traveling to Springfield to take on the Yellow Jackets and defeating them, 24-7. The win got Assumption back on the right track, improving them to 4-1 in the conference and 5-2 overall. The biggest test awaits this Saturday, as the reigning NE10 champions and conference leaders New Haven come to Brian Kelly 83' Stadium to keep their undefeated conference record alive.
 
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No. 25 NEW HAVEN CHARGERS (6-1, 4-0 NE10)
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The Greyhounds needed to return to winning ways on the road in Springfield, and they were successful, grabbing a 24-7 win. The defense continued its stellar play this season, as they have not allowed more than 14 points to an NE10 opponent. Grabbing two wins in a row is not going to be easy, as the University of New Haven comes in undefeated in conference play with an overall record of 7-1.
 
Assumption is 8-7 all-time vs. the Chargers while holding a six-game winning streak between 2014-2017. Currently, Assumption is on a three-game losing streak, and last year New Haven bested the Greyhounds 16-10. Jordan McAfree was the predominant QB for the Greyhounds, completing 10 of 17 passes for 61 yards, one touchdown, and one interception. Khaleed Exum-Strong led the backfield with 22 carries for 139 yards. The only touchdown on the day belonged to Vinnie DiCarlo, who also led with 32 yards on two catches. The defense held the Chargers to a decent amount, giving the offense a way back into this game, but New Haven hung on for the win.
 
2021 was an unforgettable season for the Chargers. They finished 10-2 overall and 8-0 in the conference, securing the Northeast-10 Conference Title. The Chargers defeated the Falcons 31-14 to secure that championship, and they defeated Bentley again in the NCAA Division II Football Championship First Round, 38-13. The magical season ended against Kutztown in the following round, losing 10-7.
 
Fans attending the game in Worcester must be aware of the policies at Brian Kelly '83 Stadium on the campus of Assumption University. Live Stats, Live Video, and will be broadcasted WPKZ 105.3FM /1280AM will also be available to those watching from another location.
 
Last Time Out vs. American International College

• The Assumption defense, which has been dominant all year, had another swarming defensive showing in Springfield. The defensive backs accounted for three interceptions and three pass breakups, while the linebacking duo of Jael Feliz and Isaac Hadac accounted for six tackles, two sacks, one pick, and four quarterback hurries.
• Berrell Neal was the lead back for the Greyhounds, as he rushed for at least 84 yards and scored a pair of touchdowns.

 
New Haven Blow Out Post, 67-20

• Eight different players scored touchdowns on the afternoon, rolling away with the victory against Post, who is playing their first season at the Division II level
• Graduate student Connor Degenhardt controlled the offense with ease, throwing for four touchdowns and running for another, leading New Haven to their ninth straight win at home
• Hunter Cobb and Dev Holmes each had a pair of touchdowns as the 6-1 Chargers outgained the 0-6 Eagles 656-194
• Holmes had 147 yards on four catches, including an 89-yard score, while Cobb ran for 105 yards to go with the 118 yards from starting running back Christopher Ais
• It was the most points the Chargers have scored in a game since 70-26 vs. Saint Anselm in 2013
• Damon Burton Jr, Devonte Myles, and Khyon Fitzpatrick had interceptions, while Chisom Okoro and Jaysen Truinfer had sacks for the defensive side of things

 
Greyhounds earn a spot in the first NCAA Division II regional ranking.

• The first NCAA Regional football rankings have been released, and three Northeast-10 teams are under consideration; Assumption University (5-2 overall, 4-1 NE10), Bentley University (6-2, 4-1 NE10), and the University of New Haven (6-1, 4-0 NE10) were the three sides selected
• Assumption heads into this weekend tied for second in the Northeast-10 Conference with Bentley
• The NE10, the Great Midwest Athletic Conference (GMAC), the Mountain East Conference (MEC), and the Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference (PSAC) make up the 45-team NCAA Super Region One this season
• The Division II Football Championship provides for a maximum field of 28 teams. Twelve (12) first-round games will be conducted on the campus of one of the competing institutions. The top seed in each selection region (super region) will receive a bye in the first round of the playoffs
• The NCAA DII Football selection show will air on NCAA.com on Sunday, November 13, at 5 p.m. (EST)

NE10 Preseason Poll

• The Greyhounds were predicted to come in second in the Northeast-10 Conference, according to the league's preseason coaches poll released on August 15th
• Assumption looks to improve off of their 2021 campaign, which saw them finish tenth with a 5-5 overall record and a 5-3 record in conference action
• New Haven was ranked first in the poll with 49 points
• Assumption was 12 points behind them and four points ahead of third place, which was Bentley

 
A Look at the Matchups Ahead

• The Greyhounds will hit the road for the remainder of the regular season, as they will take on Saint Anselm (Nov. 5) and Post (Nov. 12). 

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