SFD Alumni Bowl Report

Seven former SFD Football alums are participating in College Football Bowl Games, starting this Saturday (12/16) with Quintell Quinn ‘21 and Ohio University in the Myrtle Beach Bowl. Five other Stallions and their teams also took part in postseason play in Division-II, Division-III, and in the junior college ranks.

See below for the complete list of former Stallions.

Ty Van Fossen ‘18 (Photo credit: GoBearcats.com)

Myrtle Beach Bowl, December 16, 11 AM
Ohio vs. Georgia Southern

SFD Alumni: Ohio University - Quintell Quinn ‘21

Quinn’s Ohio University Bio

Season notes: The 6-1, 217 pound redshirt sophomore running back has appeared in six games for the Bobcats. Quinn has 22 yards on five carries. For his career, he’s played in 16 games at Ohio.

Photo credit: OhioBobcats.com

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Lockheed Martin Armed Forces Bowl, December 23, 3:30 PM
James Madison vs. Air Force

SFD Alumni: James Madison University - Cole Potts ‘20

Potts’ James Madison Bio

Season notes: The former Stallion has started all 12 games at right guard for JMU. The 6-foot-3 306 pound junior has played in 43 career games and has started 36 games for the Dukes.

Photo credit: JMU Sports

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Goodyear Cotton Bowl Classic, December 29, 8PM
Ohio State vs. Missouri

SFD Alumnus: Ohio State University - Joey Lyberger ‘12, Quality Control - Defense

Lyberger’s Ohio State Bio

Season notes: Coach Lyberger enters his third season as a member of the Buckeye’s coaching staff. He is a program assistant on the defensive side of the ball, working with linebackers.

Photo Credit: OhioStateBuckeyes.com

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(Photo by Brad Fedie/247 Sports)

ReliaQuest Bowl, January 1, 11:00 AM
Wisconsin vs. LSU

SFD Alumni: University of Wisconsin - Rodas Johnson ‘19, Defensive Lineman; Paul Haynes ‘87, Cornerbacks Coach; Luke Fickell ‘92, Head Coach

Johnson’s Wisconsin Bio

Season notes: The redshirt senior defensive lineman recorded 19 tackles with 3 for a loss and started every game for the Badgers. For his career, Rodas has started 20 times and registered 50 tackles with 10 for a loss.

Photo credit: UWBadgers.com

Photo credit: UWBadgers.com

Haynes’ Wisconsin Bio

Season notes: Coach Haynes is in his first season with the Badgers and his 31st overall in coaching. Wisconsin is ranked 26th in the nation in passing defense, allowing 193.4 yards per game.

Photo credit: UWBadgers.com

Photo credit: UWBadgers.com

Fickell’s Wisconsin Bio

Season notes: In his first season at Wisconsin, Fickell led the Badgers to a 7-5 season. Fickell was named the University of Wisconsin football's 31st head coach on Nov. 27, 2022 after spending six years at the University of Cincinnati, where a compiled a 57-18 record. In 2021, he guided the Bearcats to an appearance in the College Football Playoff Semifinals at the Cotton Bowl and the first-ever 13-0 regular-season record in Bearcat history.

Photo credit: UWBadgers.com

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CFP Semifinal at the Rose Bowl Game presented by Prudential, January 1, 5:10 PM
Michigan vs. Alabama

SFD Alumnus: University of Michigan - Joey Velazquez ‘19, Linebacker

Photo Credit: MGoBlue.com

Velazquez’s Michigan Bio

Season notes: Velazquez is a three-time letterman for the Wolverine Football team and has earned four letters for UM Baseball. For his career, he has played in 19 football games and 100 baseball games with 68 starts.

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NCAA PLAYOFFS - COMPLETED SEASONS

DIVISION-II PLAYOFFS

Grand Valley State University
SFD Alumnus: Jordan Johnson ‘21, Wide Receiver

Johnson’s Grand Valley Bio

Postseason Results: GVSU 21, Ferris State 14 (First Round); GVSU 24, Pittsburg State 21; Harding 7, GVSU 6, (Quarterfinal)

Season Notes: Johnson, a sophomore receiver, made 16 receptions for 286 yards with 2 touchdowns for the second ranked Lakers, who finished 11-2. For his career, the 6-foot, 185 former Stallion has appeared in 22 games.

Photo credit: GVSULakers.com

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Tiffin University
SFD Alumni: JJ Baughman ‘21, Special Teams; Ben Famosa ‘23, Tight End

Baughman’s Tiffin Bio

Postseason Result: Slippery Rock 45, Tiffin 35 (Second Round)

Season Notes: Baughman, a junior, appeared in 10 games for the Dragons and served as the primary kickoff specialist. The former Stallion also punted 3 times and made 1 extra point for Tiffin, who finished 11-1.

Photo Credit: gotiffindragons.com

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Famosa’s Tiffin Bio

Results: Slippery Rock 45, Tiffin 35 (Second Round)

Season Notes: The 6-foot-2, 225 pound freshman did not appear in any games for Tiffin this season.

Photo Credit: gotiffindragons.com

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DIVISION-III PLAYOFFS

University of Mount Union
SFD Alumnus: Randy Tawiah ‘20, Kicker

Tawiah’s Mount Union Bio

Postseason Result: Alma 24, Mount Union 20 (Second Round)

Season Notes: Tawiah, a senior, made his first career extra point against Muskingum on 9/23. For his career, he appeared in four games for the Purple Raiders, who finished the season at 11-1.

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CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGE ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS

Riverside Community College
SFD Alumnus: Nathaniel Wallace-Dilling '22, punter

Wallace-Dilling’s Riverside Bio

Postseason Results: RCC 51, Mt. San Antonio 48 (Southern California Regional Playoffs); RCC 45, Ventura 26 (SCFA Championship); RCC 24, San Mateo 21 (3C2A State Championship)

Season Notes: Wallace-Dilling, a freshman, earned First Team All-National Division, Southern League honors after averaging 39.9 yards per punt with 14 inside the 20 for the 12-1 Tigers.

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Where Are They Now? - Chuck Black '99

Week 7
Chuck
BLACK

1995-1998

The sixth edition of "Where Are They Now" for the 2023 season, presented by Ben Aucoin, State Farm Agent, is Chuck Black ‘99.

Chuck was a starter on the 1997 and 1998 State Championship Teams. As a senior, he was recognized as Second Team All-Ohio and was part of an offense that set a program-record for most points scored in a single season (450). After DeSales, Chuck played for Otterbein College, where he was a four-year letter-winner.

Here, Chuck reflects on his playing days as a Stallion…

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again! 

Black (front row, 58) with senior classmates of the 1998 Division-III State Championship Team

Where Are They Now? - Anthony Sciarroni '19

Week 6
Anthony
SCIARRONI

2015-2019

The fifth edition of "Where Are They Now" for the 2023 season, presented by Ben Aucoin, State Farm Agent, is Anthony Sciarroni ‘19

Anthony was a two-sport standout while at DeSales. He was a two-time Second Team All-Ohio Defensive Back and was a four-year letter-winner in Basketball, along with being a two-year captain.

After DeSales, Sciarroni concluded his football career at Valparaiso, where he appeared in 26 games and has since walked onto the Valpo Basketball Team.

Here, Anthony reflects on his football days as a Stallion…

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again! 

Anthony was a member of the 2016 District Championship Basketball Team

Where Are They Now? - Bill Kearns '65

Week 5
Bill
KEARNS

1962-1965

The fourth edition of "Where Are They Now" for the 2023 season, presented by Ben Aucoin, State Farm Agent, is Bill Kearns ‘65.

Bill was a member of two Central Catholic League Championship Teams for DeSales in 1964, including Football his senior year, when the Stallions captured the program’s first-ever CCL title after tying Watterson 8-8. In Track, Bill held both the school and CCL record for shot put and discus and was a part of the school’s first league title in the spring of ‘64.

After graduating from DeSales, Bill walked onto the Ohio State Football Team, but Track ended up being his sport. He earned two letters in Track in 1968 and 1969.

These days, Bill is a semi-retired engineer, who spends most of his time, when he’s not working, with his wife Marilyn of 52 years.

Here, Bill shares some great stories from the early days of DeSales, including one where he volunteered to help set up the gymnasium’s bleachers for Coach Sharrock.

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again! 

Where Are They Now? - Chi Chi Ariguzo '10

Week 3
Chi Chi
ARIGUZO

2006-2009

The third edition of "Where Are They Now" for the 2023 season, presented by Ben Aucoin, State Farm Agent, is Chi Chi Ariguzo ‘10.

A two-year starter on back-to-back Regional Championship DeSales teams, Chi Chi went onto play at Northwestern, where he appeared in 48 games.  He was a three-time Honorable Mention All-Big Ten linebacker and finished his career in a tie for 10th all-time at Northwestern with 333 career tackles.  As a senior, he led the Wildcats with 104 tackles in 2014, 10th most in the Big Ten, and was Academic All-Big Ten.  

Ariguzo signed with the San Diego Chargers in 2015 and the Detroit Lions the following year, but was unable to make the 53-man roster.  

Here, Chi Chi talks about his days as a Stallion.

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again! 

Where Are They Now? - Kevin Hazel '01

Week 2
Kevin
HAZEL

1999-2002

The second edition of "Where Are They Now" for the 2023 season, presented by Ben Aucoin, State Farm Agent, is Kevin Hazel ‘01.

Kevin is the single season record holder for most receiving yards with 793 yards in 2000, which at the time, he broke his own record from the year before when he had 634 yards in 1999 - still good for third best in program history.

These days, Kevin resides in “the best city in America - San Diego” with his wife and three kids.

Here, Kevin talks about his days playing for Bob Jacoby.

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again! 

Where Are They Now? - Patrick Omameh '08

Week 1
Patrick
Omameh

2004-2007

It's the start of season number 7 for "Where Are They Now?", presented by State Farm Agent Ben Aucoin! A first-ever to kick off week number one - an audio interview with nine-year NFL veteran Patrick Omameh '08.

Listen below to Patrick discuss his NFL journey and the impact SFD had on him as a player.'

Pouring Purple · Where Are They Now, presented by State Farm Agent Ben Aucoin

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again! 

SFD Alumnus Chris Stoll ‘17 signs with the Seattle Seahawks

After concluding a successful career at Penn State University, where he served as the team’s primary long snapper for four seasons, SFD alumnus Chris Stoll ‘17 signed a free agent contract with the Seattle Seahawks today (4/29).

Stoll joins Brian Asamoah ‘18 (Minnesota) and is one of twelve former Stallions to be on an NFL active roster.

SFD junior Max Shulaw verbally commits to the University of Virginia for Wrestling

SFD junior Max Shulaw verbally committed to wrestle at the University of Virginia. Shulaw finished his junior campaign unbeaten at 51-0 and captured the 215 Pound Division-II State Championship.

On the gridiron, Shulaw was named Third Team All-Ohio for the second straight season after finishing second on the team with 91 tackles.

SFD Alumni Bowl Report

Nine former SFD Football alums are participating in College Football Bowl Games, starting today (12/17 with Ty Van Fossen ‘18 and Jonathan Thompson ‘22, linebackers for Cincinnati in the Wasabi Fenway Bowl.

See below for the complete list of former Stallions participating this Bowl Season.

Ty Van Fossen ‘18 (Photo credit: GoBearcats.com)

Wasabi Fenway Bowl, December 17, 11AM
Cincinnati vs. Louisville

SFD Alumni: University of Cincinnati - Ty Van Fossen ‘18, Linebacker; Jonathan Thompson ‘22 - Linebacker

Van Fossen’s Cincinnati Bio

Season notes: The 6-2, 222 pound redshirt senior linebacker is second on the team with 71 tackles. For his career, Ty has appeared in 50 games for the Bearcats and has recorded 181 tackles.

Photo credit: GoBearcats.com

Thompson’s Cincinnati Bio

Season notes: Thompson is redshirting this season for UC.

Photo credit: GoBearcats.com

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(Photo by Brad Fedie/247 Sports)

Guaranteed Rate Bowl, December 27, 10:15 AM
Wisconsin vs. Oklahomas State

SFD Alumni: University of Wisconsin - Rodas Johnson ‘19, defensive lineman, Luke Fickell ‘92, Head Coach

Johnson’s Wisconsin Bio

Season notes: The 6-2, 293 pound redshirt junior defensive lineman recorded 22 tackles with six for a loss. For his career, the former Stallion has played in 30 games for the Badgers

(photo by Mark Hoffman / Milwaukee Journal Sentinel)

Fickell’s Wisconsin Bio

Season notes: Luke Fickell was named the University of Wisconsin football's 31st head coach on Nov. 27, 2022.

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Photo by Dan Owen / 247 Sports

Bad Boy Mowers Pinstripe Bowl, December 29, 2PM
Minnesota vs. Syracuse

SFD Alumnus: University of Minnesota - Paul Haynes ‘87, Co-Defensive Coordinator / Defensive Backs Coach

Haynes’ Minnesota Bio

Season notes: Coach Haynes is in his third season with the Golden Gophers and his 30th overall in coaching. Minnesota is currently fifth in the nation in total yards allowed at 279.5 per game.

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Barstool Sports Arizona Bowl, December 30, 4:30 PM
Ohio vs Wyoming

SFD Alumnus: Ohio University - Quintell Quinn, Running Back

Quinn’s Ohio Bio

Quinn’s Season notes: Quinn, a redshirt freshmen running back, has appeared in seven games this year for the Bobcats and has recorded three tackles.

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Photo Credit: Penn State Athletics

Rose Bowl Game, January 2, 5PM
Penn State vs. Utah

SFD Alumnus: Penn State University - Chris Stoll ‘17, Long Snapper

Stoll’s Penn State Bio

Season notes: Stoll was named the 2022 recipient of the Patrick Mannelly award, which is given annually to the nation’s top long snapper.

Stoll, a captain, is in his fourth season as the primary long snapper for Penn State and has appeared in 47 career games for the Nittany Lions.

Photo credit: PSU Athletics

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CFP semifinal at the Vrbo Fiesta Bowl, December 31, 4PM
Michigan vs. TCU

SFD Alumnus: University of Michigan - Joey Velazquez ‘19, Linebacker

Photo Credit: MGoBlue.com

Velazquez’s Michigan Bio

Season notes: The 6-foot, 225 pound senior linebacker has appeared in 11 games this season for the Wolverines and has recorded seven tackles. Velazquez, a member of the Michigan Baseball Team, hit .277 this past season for the Big Ten Champions

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CFP semifinal at the Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl, 8PM
Ohio State vs. Georgia

SFD Alumnus: Ohio State University - Joey Lyberger ‘12, Defensive Assistant

Lyberger’s Ohio State Bio

Season notes: Coach Lyberger enters his second season as a member of the Buckeyes’ coaching staff. He is a program assistant on the defensive side of the ball, working with linebackers.

Photo Credit: OhioStateBuckeyes.com

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NCAA PLAYOFFS - COMPLETED SEASONS

DIVISION-II PLAYOFFS

SFD Alumnus: Grand Valley State University - Jordan Johnson ‘21, Receiver

Johnson’s Grand Valley Bio

Results: Ferris State 24, Grand Valley 21, NCAA Quarterfinal

Season Notes: Johnson, a redshirt freshman receiver, made four receptions for 80 yards for the Lakers, who finished 12-1 overall

Photo Credit: GVSULakers.com

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DIVISION-III PLAYOFFS

SFD Alumni: Mount Union College - Whit Hobgood ‘22, Quarterback; Randy Tawiah ‘20, Kicker

Hobgood’s Mount Union Bio

Results: North Central 28, Mount Union 21, National Championship Game

Season Notes: Hobgood, a freshman, did not play in 2022

Photo credit: Mount Union Athletics

Tawiah’s Mount Union Bio

Season Notes: Tawiah, a junior, had one kickoff for 47 yards against Wilmington

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Chris Stoll '17 wins the Patrick Mannelly Award.

Photo credit: PSU Football

SFD alumnus and Penn State redshirt senior Chris Stoll ‘17 was named the 2022 recipient of the Patrick Mannelly award, which is given annually to the nation’s top long snapper.

Stoll is in his fourth season as the primary long snapper for Penn State and has appeared in 47 career games for the Nittany Lions. He chose Penn State as a preferred walk-on and prior to the 2020 season, he was awarded a full scholarship.

The three-time Dean’s List selection, is also on the Allstate AFCA Good Works Team watch list after serving as the President of Penn State’s Uplifting Athletes, a chapter that has raised nearly 1.4 million dollars for kidney cancer treatment and research since the first Penn State Lift for Life was held in 2003.

The former Stallion has served as a captain this year for Penn State (10-2), who will compete in the Rose Bowl on January 2nd against Utah.

Courtesy of the USA Today

Cameron Gwinn Named First Team All-Ohio

DeSales junior defensive lineman Cameron Gwinn was named First Team All-Ohio by the Ohio Prep Sportswriters Association. The 6-foot-2, 240 pounder recorded 83 tackles with 25 for a loss and led the team with seven sacks. Gwinn is the first Stallion defensive lineman to earn first team honors since Travis Jackson in 2009.

Junior linebacker Max Shulaw was named Third Team All-Ohio for the second straight season after finishing second on the team with 91 tackles. Senior defensive lineman Asher Hayles was recognized as Honorable Mention All-Ohio. Hayles led the team with 27 tackles for a loss.

This Date in SFD Football History - 11/4/77

DeSales running back Greg Diehl (pictured, #34) rushed for three touchdowns in a 28-0 win against St. Charles and became the second Stallion to surpass 1,000 yards rushing for a season! DeSales scored in each quarter, and as a result, helped first-year Head Coach Tony Pusateri clinch a winning season. Diehl joined Brian Hairston in the 1,000-yard rushing club. Hairston rushed for 1,000 yards in 1973 and 1974. Since then, a DeSales player has reached the 1,000-yard plateau 27 times. Click here for the entire list.

Max Shulaw and Cameron Gwinn Earn First Team All-Central District Honors

Max Shulaw

Cameron Gwinn

A pair of Stallion defenders picked up Division-II First Team All-Central District honors today (11/2) and another was named to the Second Team. Junior linebacker Max Shulaw and junior defensive lineman Cameron Gwinn were recognized as first team selections, while senior defensive lineman Asher Hayles was second team.

Shulaw, who was named First Team All-District last year, has recorded 82 tackles with 18 for a loss in 2022. Gwinn has 23 tackles for a loss and 77 tackles to go with five sacks. Hayles leads the team in tackles for a loss (27) and sacks (6).

Seamus Bonte, Omarion Conte, Ty Neubert, and Isaac Pekarcik were recognized as Special Mention All-District. Gabe Caruso and Jonathan Mass were Honorable Mention All-District.

DeSales 21, Dover 20 2OT

DeSales outlasted Dover in double overtime to win a Division-II Region 7 First Round Playoff game, the 61st postseason victory in program history. Sophomore quarterback PJ Noles connected with Niko Kruezer from 20 yards out in the second OT and Joey Bangert, who converted two field goals in regulation, gave the Stallions a 21-14 lead. On the ensuing possession, Dover scored, but opted to go for two and the Purple and White defense denied Tornado running back JJ Barton the end zone to win it.

Gabe Caruso rushed for 101 yards and had an touchdown in the first overtime to cut the Dover lead to 14-12. PJ Noles ran for a two-point conversion to tie the game at 14 and force a second overtime.

With the win, DeSales improved to 16-1 all-time in playoff games in Alumni Stadium, and advanced to the Regional Quarterfinal, where they’ll play two seed Uniontown Lake (10-1).

The Stallions advance to play the number two seed, Uniontown Lake, next Friday on the road.

DeSales (7) set to host Dover (10) in a First Round OHSAA Playoff Game

For the 29th time in school history, DeSales (6-4) has qualified for the OHSAA State Playoffs. The Stallions, the seven seed in Division-II Region 7, will host Dover (10 seed) on Friday, October 28 at 7PM in Alumni Stadium. It’s a rematch of a week seven regular season game at Dover, where the Stallions edged the Tornadoes 23-16 in triple overtime (BOX SCORE).

Friday marks the 86th playoff game for DeSales, who enters with a record of 60-25, with 22 of those wins coming under Ryan Wiggins. The Stallions rank eighth all-time in playoff wins in Ohio history. Dover (5-5) is making their 24th playoff appearance and 21st under 28-year Head Coach Dan Ifft.

This will be the third time the two programs will meet in the postseason. The Stallions beat Dover 30-10 in a 2000 Regional Quarterfinal in Alumni Stadium. DeSales Quarterback Tony Borghese threw for 186 yards and two touchdowns, in addition to rushing for 88 yards. DeSales returned the favor in 2014 by traveling to Dover for a First Round Playoff Game and despite being the lower seed, the Stallions beat the Tornadoes 31-14. In that Division-III Region 9 matchup, the Purple and White rushed for 454 yards, led by quarterback Josh DeLozier’s 216 yards and three touchdowns.

Listen live to the fourth meeting between DeSales and Dover, starting at 6:45 PM with the pregame show, followed by kickoff at 7:00 PM!

Where Are They Now? - William Keuchler '06

Week 10
William
KEUCHLER

2003-2006

The final edition of "Where Are They Now" for the 2022 season, presented by Ben Aucoin, State Farm Agent, is William Keuchler ‘06!

A former Stallion, who lettered nine times at SFD, including two in football, where he was a member of the 2005 Division-III State Runner-up Team. He was a three-time CCL Champion hurdler in Track and was a two-time State Qualifier in Wrestling. After DeSales, William went on to play football at Air Force, where he earned three letters for the Falcons and was also a member of the USAF Boxing Team.

These days, William resides in Columbia, South Carolina with his wife Linde and their two children Zora and Alma. William is an active duty Air Force Officer, specifically Aircraft Maintenance logistics and Foreign Affairs. Currently he works at AFCENT (Air Force HQ over the Middle East) as the Aircraft Maintenance Officer of logistics.

Here the former Stallion talks about how his days as a Stallion help get him ready for his life in the Air Force…

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again! 

Varsity Football set to host Dohn Community High School (10/14)

The St. Francis DeSales Varsity Football Team has filled its Week 9 opening and will host Dohn Community High School from Cincinnati on Friday, October 14. Dohn Community High School is a charter school and the game will not count as an official OHSAA computer points game.

There will be no broadcast on Pouring Purple this week, but the game can be streamed live via the NFHS Network.

Pouring Purple will return for the conclusion of the regular season, when the Stallions host Columbus St. Charles on October 21.

This Date in SFD Football History (10/7/72)

This Date in SFD Football History - today we go back 50 years to October 7, 1972! The Stallions rallied from down 22-7 and scored the game’s final 17 points in a 24-22 win over Bishop Hartley. The Stallions blocked a punt and Michael Cua returned it 35 yards for the eventual game-winning touchdown with 1:42 remaining.

Joe Trout (13 yards) and Jim Winans (4 yards) each had rushing touchdowns in the first half for DeSales, in a game in which there were no offensive scoring in the second half.

(Pictured: the program from the 1972 game)

Where Are They Now? - Dion Keaton '09

Week 8
Dion
KEATON

Defensive Back
2005-2009

The 8th edition of "Where Are They Now" for the 2022 season, presented by Ben Aucoin, State Farm Agent, is Dion Keaton ‘09!

A starting corner on the 2008 Division-II Regional Championship team who went on to play at Ashland University.

Here the former Stallion talks about his playing days at SFD…

A special thanks to State Farm Agent and SFD Assistant Coach Ben Aucoin for sponsoring this series once again!