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Running back Roland Dempster fights his way into the end zone against Villanova on Saturday, Oct. 5. Dempster rushed for three touchdowns during the Stony Brook football team's 42-24 defeat on Saturday. STANLEY ZHENG/THE STATESMAN

Disastrous second half sinks Stony Brook football against No. 5/6 Villanova

Alex D'Amaro, Sports Writer October 6, 2024

Though it was a close game through the first two quarters, the Stony Brook football team fell apart in the second half to bring its four-game winning streak to an end. On Saturday afternoon, the...

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Defensive lineman Taylor Bolesta (10) celebrates with a coach Stony Brook football's win over Morgan State on Saturday, Sept. 28. Bolesta leads the Seawolves with three sacks on the season.

Five Q’s: Stony Brook football looks to continue winning ways versus Villanova

Anthony DiCocco, Assistant Sports Editor October 4, 2024

Following a dominant performance on both sides of the ball in its last game, the Stony Brook football team will look to stretch its winning streak to five games against a Coastal Athletic Association...

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Defensive tackle Taylor Bolesta celebrates a tackle made against Morgan State on Saturday, Sept. 28. Bolesta had three tackles and a sack in the Stony Brook football team's 22-3 win.

Stony Brook football bests Morgan State for fourth straight win

Anthony DiCocco, Assistant Sports Editor September 29, 2024

In a matchup nearly a year in the making, the Stony Brook football team rode its star running back and stingy defense to stay undefeated on its home turf. The Seawolves (4-1, 1-0 CAA) were back...

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Running back Roland Dempster scores a touchdown against Stonehill on Saturday, Sept. 7. Dempster scored two touchdowns and rushed for a single-game, career-high 179 yards during the Stony Brook football team's win over Campbell on Saturday. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook football downs Campbell in CAA opener

Alex D'Amaro, Sports Writer September 22, 2024

After nearly two years without a win against a Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) opponent, the Stony Brook football team won its conference opener to add to its best start since 2019. On Saturday,...

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Running back Roland Dempster (4) celebrates one of his three touchdowns against Stonehill on Saturday, Sept. 7. Dempster is tied for first in the CAA with four scores as the Stony Brook football team prepares for its conference opener  versus Campbell.

Five Q’s: Stony Brook football hopes to extend winning streak at Campbell

Anthony DiCocco, Assistant Sports Editor September 20, 2024

As it enters its first Coastal Athletic Association (CAA) game under head coach Billy Cosh, the Stony Brook football team will look to extend its winning streak to three games. This Saturday, the...

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Running back Roland Dempster is tackled by Fordham defensive lineman Sam Buerkle on Saturday, Sep. 14. Dempster scored a touchdown in the Stony Brook football team's 27-21 win.

Stony Brook football defeats Fordham for second straight victory

Anthony DiCocco, Assistant Sports Editor September 15, 2024

Off the back of a strong fourth-quarter performance, the Stony Brook football team extended its winning streak to two games. The Seawolves (2-1) were in the Bronx, N.Y. on Saturday for a matinee...

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Tight end Cole Bunicci scores a touchdown against Stonehill on Saturday, Sep. 7. Bunicci's 63-yard score was his only reception in the Stony Brook football team's 37-10 win over Stonehill.

Stony Brook football snaps 13-game skid with win over Stonehill

Anthony DiCocco, Assistant Sports Editor September 8, 2024

After nearly two years of waiting, the Stony Brook football team is finally back in the win column. The Seawolves (1-1) returned to Kenneth P. LaValle Stadium for their home opener against the Stonehill...

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Quarterback Malachi Marshall stiff arms Marshall cornerback Jacobie Henderson on Saturday, Aug. 31. Marshall threw for just 96 yards in the Stony Brook football team's season-opening, 45-3 defeat on Saturday. PHOTO COURTESY OF @StonyBrookFB/X

Stony Brook football routed by Marshall in season opener

Alex D'Amaro, Sports Writer September 1, 2024

Although the new season signifies a fresh start, the Stony Brook football team yielded a familiar result in an ugly season opener. The Seawolves (0-1) were trampled by the Marshall Thundering Herd...

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Running back Roland Dempster (4) dodges tackles against Richmond on Saturday, Sep. 23, 2023. The Stony Brook football team fell 20-19 that day for its fourth loss of last season.

Stony Brook football hopes fresh coaching staff can rejuvenate program in 2024

Anthony DiCocco, Assistant Sports Editor August 29, 2024

After enduring its worst season in program history last year, the Stony Brook football team will look to get back on track in 2024 with a new voice at the helm. In 2023, nothing went right for the...

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Statesman Sports Spotlight ft. Billy Cosh

Mike Anderson February 9, 2024

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Former Western Michigan Football offensive coordinator Billy Cosh poses for his headshot. Cosh was hired by Stony Brook University as the school's next head football coach. PHOTO COURTESY OF WESTERN MICHIGAN ATHLETICS

Stony Brook lands Billy Cosh as new head football coach

Mike Anderson December 12, 2023
A month after removing former head coach Chuck Priore from his position, the Stony Brook football team has found his replacement. On Tuesday evening, ESPN reporter Pete Thamel posted on X (formerly Twitter) that Stony Brook University will hire former Western Michigan University (WMU) offensive coordinator and quarterbacks coach Billy Cosh.
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