On September 5, 2026, SUNY Morrisville faced Kean University in a season‑opening football showdown that ended 33‑30 in favor of the Cougars. The tightly contested match featured early momentum swings, a dramatic fourth‑quarter finish, and standout individual efforts that defined the outcome.
Game Highlights
The game opened with Tre Allen’s interception, which gave Morrisville excellent field position, but Kean quickly answered when Reem Corey plunged into the end zone on a two‑yard dash, putting the visitors ahead 7‑0.
Chaunsey Gilbert later launched an 82‑yard touchdown pass for the Mustangs, though his extra point was missed, preserving Kean’s lead, while Morrisville responded with Mason Ondreyko’s 78‑yard reception that swung the advantage to 13‑7.
The lead changed hands repeatedly; Jason Marasciulo’s 28‑yard touchdown reception restored Kean’s lead at 14‑13, and Morrisville’s 72‑yard drive concluded with Larry German’s 24‑yard catch, retaking the lead 20‑14.
Ty Kline, Kean’s quarterback, delivered a stellar performance, amassing 241 passing yards and three touchdowns, including a 56‑yard strike that knotted the score at 21‑20.
Morrisville’s offense surged again when Aly Marzouk caught an 11‑yard touchdown pass, extending the lead to 28‑26, before a special teams mishap trimmed the margin to two points. A safety was drawn by Kean’s defense after Isaac Sylvain fumbled, keeping the score tight.
With seconds remaining, Sylvain powered in a two‑yard dash touchdown, sealing a 33‑30 victory for Morrisville and capping a thrilling comeback.
Defensively, Noah Mammeri anchored the Cougars with nine tackles, a half sack and a pass breakup, underscoring the team’s resilience. The Cougars are slated to meet Maritime College next Saturday.