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The Gorillas have reached the championship bracket for four straight years, but after losing standout players Jackson Berry and Austin Schmitt, the program must prove it can translate consistent appearances into a long‑awaited national title.
The Pittsburg State Gorillas open preseason camp on Monday, August 3, with high hopes after a 10‑3 season, a fourth straight playoff appearance, and a top‑ranked preseason poll position. Key returners and All‑MIAA honorees are set to lead a veteran squad into a season‑opening showdown with national champion Ferris State.
The Gorillas dominate the preseason rankings, boasting a blend of returning starters, All‑MIAA honorees and a veteran coaching staff as they gear up for a marquee showdown with the defending national champions.