Wednesday, April 19, 2023

Brandon Moore named San Diego head coach

Brandon Moore, the reigning AFCA DII National Coach of the Year, has been named head coach of the University of San Diego football team, Associate Vice President/Executive Director of Athletics Bill McGillis announced Wednesday.

Wednesday, March 22, 2023

Dale Lindsey, Winningest Coach in Program History, to Retire from USD

Dale Lindsey, the winningest coach in football program history, will retire from coaching at the University of San Diego, Associate Vice President and Executive Director of Athletics Bill McGillis announced Tuesday. Lindsey leaves with the fourth-best win percentage (72.7%) in FCS history.

Thursday, February 2, 2023

Record-Breaking 725 student-athletes named to Fall 2022 Pioneer Football League Academic Honor Roll

For the first time in Pioneer Football League history, more than 700 student-athletes were named to the PFL Academic Honor Roll. The league recognized 725 student-athletes from its 11 member institutions to the 2022 PFL Academic Honor Roll.

Tuesday, January 10, 2023

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 18

Six PFL alumni will participate in the NFL postseason which begins with Super Wild Card Weekend, Saturday-Monday.

Friday, December 30, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 16

Leading the week's news from the NFL was highlighted by Marist alumnus and Seattle Seahawks kicker Jason Myers earning selection to his second Pro Bowl this week.

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

PFL 2022 Postseason Awards Tracker

Seven PFL student-athletes have been recognized on FCS All-America teams during the 2022 postseason.

Tuesday, December 20, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 15

The Pioneer Football League has seven alumni on NFL active rosters in 2022. Six of the PFL's alumni saw action during Week 15 of the NFL campaign.

Monday, December 12, 2022

Dayton’s Jake Chisholm is 2022 Recipient of FedEx Ground Doris Robinson Scholar-Athlete Award

Dayton running back Jake Chisholm was named the 2022 recipient of the FedEx Ground Doris Robinson Scholar-Athlete Award, Monday.

Monday, December 12, 2022

Dayton Football Names Trevor Andrews Head Football Coach

University of Dayton Vice-President and Director of Athletics Neil Sullivan has announced that Trevor Andrews, a former Flyer safety who has coached at the collegiate level for 25 years, will become UD’s new head football coach.

Wednesday, November 30, 2022

Dayton’s Jake Chisholm repeats as unanimous PFL Scholar-Athlete of the Year

For the second consecutive season, the Pioneer Football League’s football communications directors named Dayton senior running back Jake Chisholm the league’s Scholar-Athlete of the Year, Wednesday, leading a group of 50 student-athletes named to the 30th Academic All-PFL teams, announced Wednesday.

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Valparaiso adds New Mexico State in December outing

The Valparaiso University football season is not over yet.

Tuesday, November 29, 2022

Pioneer Football League announces 30th All-PFL Teams

On Tuesday, the Pioneer Football League’s head coaches named 60 student-athletes to the league’s 30th All-Pioneer Football League Teams. In addition to the 60 student-athletes recognized on the league’s first and second teams, 90 student-athletes received honorable mention recognition.

Monday, November 28, 2022

Butler's Bushka, San Diego's Kapapa lead 2022 PFL Major Award Recipients

Butler quarterback Bret Bushka and San Diego defensive lineman Muhindo Kapapa are the 2022 Pioneer Football League Offensive and Defensive Player of the Year, respectively. The duo leads the list of the league’s major award winners as selected by the PFL’s head coaches and presented Monday.

Tuesday, November 22, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 13

Davidson makes its third consecutive appearance in the NCAA Division I Football Championship when it travels north to face Richmond in a 2 p.m., Saturday first-round contest.

Sunday, November 20, 2022

Davidson opens FCS Playoffs at Richmond, Saturday

Davidson, which earned the Pioneer Football League's automatic qualifying spot, travels to face Richmond in the first round of the NCAA Division I Football Championship at 2 p.m. (ET), Saturday in Robins Stadium.

Wednesday, November 16, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 12

St. Thomas can claim the 2022 PFL title outright with a Week 12 win. Meanwhile, the winner of Saturday's Dayton-Davidson game will claim the league's automatic bid to the FCS Playoffs, which start next week.

Tuesday, November 15, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 10

The Pioneer Football League has six alumni on NFL active rosters in 2022. All six of the PFL's alumni saw action during Week 10 of the NFL campaign.

Wednesday, November 9, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 11

St. Thomas seeks to clinch at least a share of its first PFL title in Week 11 action. Meanwhile, the trio of Butler, Dayton, and Davidson remain in the thick of a race for the PFL's automatic bid to the FCS Playoffs.

Tuesday, November 8, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 9

The Pioneer Football League has six alumni on NFL active rosters in 2022. Four of the league’s alumni saw action during Week 9 of the NFL campaign.

Wednesday, November 2, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 10

Three weeks remain in the FCS regular season and four teams are in the hunt for the 2022 PFL regular-season title. Three of the four – Butler, Dayton, and St. Thomas – are on the road while Davidson returns with a home game after a bye week.

Tuesday, November 1, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 8

The Pioneer Football League currently has seven alumni on NFL active rosters in 2022. Four of the league’s alumni saw action during Week 8 of the NFL campaign.

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 9

Two games between teams contending for the 2022 PFL title highlight Week 9. San Diego makes its first-ever trip to PFL unbeaten St. Thomas. Meanwhile, Valparaiso travels to Dayton in a match up of PFL one-loss teams.

Wednesday, October 26, 2022

Dayton's Chisholm named NFF Campbell Trophy Semifinalist

The National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced today that University of Dayton running back Jake Chisholm is one of 15 finalists for the 2022 William V. Campbell Trophy.

Tuesday, October 25, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 7

Four of the league’s alumni saw action during Week 7 of the NFL campaign.

Wednesday, October 19, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 8

Seven teams enter Week 8 within a game of first-place St. Thomas, which is on the road to face Presbyterian. Stetson opens its road schedule with a trip to Dayton, highlighting the week's action.

Tuesday, October 18, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 6

The Pioneer Football League saw seven alumni on NFL active rosters to begin the 2022 NFL campaign. Monday night's Los Angeles-Denver game saw three PFL alumni take part with Stetson's Donald Parham, San Diego's Michael Bandy, and Drake's Eric Saubert taking the field for their respective teams.

Wednesday, October 12, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 7

League-leaders St. Thomas and Valparaiso host their regional rivals to highlight Week 7 action. The Tommies host Drake in an I-35 battle while the Beacons battle for the Hoosier Helmet with Butler.

Tuesday, October 11, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 5

The Pioneer Football League saw seven alumni in action during the NFL's Week 5, with Stetson alumnus Donald Parham making his season's first appearance with the Los Angeles Chargers. In addition, Adam Trautman became the fourth PFL alumnus to record a touchdown in 2022.

Monday, October 10, 2022

St. Thomas' Glenna, Butler football team earn FedEx Ground FCS National Weekly Awards

St. Thomas’ Luke Glenna was selected Monday as the FedEx Ground FCS National Players of the Week for Week 6 college football games through Saturday. In addition, Butler earned FCS National Team of the Week.

Wednesday, October 5, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 6

Davidson heads north to St. Thomas in an battle of PFL leaders in Week 6. Dayton, Stetson, and Valparaiso – who also are 1-0 entering the week – face off against squads seeking their first PFL win.

Tuesday, October 4, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 4

The Pioneer Football League saw seven alumni on NFL active rosters to begin the 2022 NFL campaign. Six saw action during the NFL's Week 4, with San Diego alumnus Michael Bandy making his season's first appearance with the Los Angeles Chargers.

Wednesday, September 28, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 5

Four PFL games are on the slate for Week 5 with league co-leaders Davidson and Marist hosting home games while Butler and Dayton open their respective PFL schedules.

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 3

The Pioneer Football League saw six alumni on NFL active rosters to begin the 2022 NFL campaign. Five saw action during the NFL's Week 3. Here is a quick snapshot of their performances.

Tuesday, September 27, 2022

Stetson-San Diego game canceled due to Hurricane Ian

Due to circumstances caused by Hurricane Ian, Stetson’s football game at San Diego scheduled for this Saturday has been canceled at this time.

Monday, September 26, 2022

Stetson's Ensley, Valparaiso's Kaplan FedEx Ground FCS National Players of the Week

Stetson’s Ja’Veon Ensley and Valparaiso’s Mason Kaplan were selected Monday as the FedEx Ground FCS National Players of the Week for Week 4 college football games through Saturday.

Wednesday, September 21, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 4

The race for the 2022 PFL championship begins with four league games on the Week 4 schedule. Defending league co-champions Davidson and San Diego are both on the road to begin their PFL slates.

Tuesday, September 20, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 2

Five saw action during the NFL's Week 2 with San Diego alumnus Ross Dwelley and Drake alumnus Eric Saubert each catching touchdown passes.

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 3

Dayton and Morehead State will play their home openers to highlight Week 3 action around the PFL. In addition, Marist, Stetson, and Valparaiso will help Ivy League members kick off their 2022 campaign.

Tuesday, September 13, 2022

PFL Alumni in the NFL: Week 1

The Pioneer Football League saw six alumni on NFL active rosters to begin the 2022 NFL campaign. Five saw action during the league's opening weekend. Here is a quick snapshot of their performances.

Thursday, September 8, 2022

Eight PFL alumni begin 2022 on NFL rosters

With Thursday's NFL season opener on tap, six PFL alumni were on NFL active rosters at the start of the 2022 NFL season with two more listed on practice squad rosters.

Tuesday, September 6, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 2

Ten PFL teams are slated for Week 2 action with six teams playing at home, including defending league champion Davidson which opens its home slate this weekend.

Tuesday, August 30, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 1

After Morehead State kicked off the 2022 campaign in Week 0, the remaining 10 PFL members will open their seasons during Week 1.

Tuesday, August 23, 2022

The Pioneer Football League Report: Week 0

Morehead State kicks off the 2022 Pioneer Football League campaign with a Week 0 matchup against nationally-ranked Mercer.

Friday, August 5, 2022

Davidson defensive lineman Hammond named to Buchanan Award Watch List

Davidson defensive lineman Johnathan Hammond has been named to the 2022 Buck Buchanan Watch List, an award Stats Perform presents to the FCS Defensive Player of the Year, announced by the organization Thursday.

Wednesday, August 3, 2022

Dayton all-purpose back Chisholm amed to Payton Award Watch List

Dayton redshirt senior running back Jake Chisholm is one of 35 NCAA Football Championship Subdivision (FCS) players named Wednesday to the Stats Perform Walter Payton Award Watch List.

Tuesday, August 2, 2022

Pioneer Football League Announces 2022 Preseason All-PFL Team

The Pioneer Football League named 30 student-athletes to its Preseason All-Pioneer Football League Team, Tuesday, including 11 returning First Team All-PFL selections.

Monday, August 1, 2022

PFL Coaches tap Davidson to win 2022 crown

Davidson College, which won a share of the last two Pioneer Football League titles, is the choice to win the league’s 2022 title in the league’s Preseason Coaches’ Poll, voted by each of the league’s head coaches