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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 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 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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Running back Roland Dempster rushes through the left side for a touchdown against New Hampshire on Saturday, Oct. 21. Dempster had a career day in a loss at Monmouth. BRITTNEY DIETZ/THE STATESMAN

Stony Brook football trampled by Monmouth, ties single-season loss record

Anthony DiCocco November 4, 2023
The Stony Brook football team’s defense was a detriment once again in another lopsided loss, as its slim chances to win a game this season dwindled further. The Seawolves were annihilated 56-17 by the Monmouth Hawks in West Long Branch, N.J. on Saturday.
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Stony Brook football features a new-look roster for 2023

Stony Brook football features a new-look roster for 2023

Mike Anderson August 18, 2023
After reaching an all-time low in program history last year, the Stony Brook football team has a lot to prove in 2023.
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