Football beat writer Christian Araos breaks down the top story lines on South Hill and around the Empire 8 Conference before the Bombers take on Alfred University on Saturday afternoon.
The field hockey team improved to 6–5 overall after it defeated SUNY-Brockport on Tuesday with a score of 4-0. The Bombers are two wins short of equaling their best season since 2008, when they went 8–9.
After emerging from a three-way competition at quarterback last season, junior quarterback Phil Neumann has emerged to become the Bombers' offensive leader this fall — with help from his favorite target, senior wide receiver Joe Ingrao.
Senior running backs Jarrett Naiden and Clay Ardoin bring a blend of power and speed to the Bombers’ backfield that could cause headaches for opposing defensive coordinators all season long.