Adrian, MI – The Siena Heights Saints football team is a program on the rise in the NAIA, and they are gaining respect across the country as a top contender. Through years of solid recruiting and on-the-field success, SHU finds themselves ranked as the #19 team in the nation.
They will open their season (postponed from the Fall of 2020) this Saturday against #16 Concordia (Mich.) in Adrian.
Coach Matt Kohn is in his 5th season at Siena Heights, compiling a career record of 24-16. In 2019, SHU finished (7-3, 3-3 MSFA), and are looking to build off of their success.
Key Players from 2019 Season:
Quarterback: Tyler Knecht – 1,414 yards / 60.4% comp. / 13 TD / 8 Int
Running back: Keleb Jefferson – 908 yards / 5.7 yrds per carry / 6 TD / Long 95
Wide Receiver: Jerrold King – 348 yards / 24 Rec / 5 TD
Offensive Line: Stanley Fink
Defensive Line: Andrew Loria – 32 total tackles / 4.5 sacks / 2 fumble recoveries
Linebacker: Kole Murlin – 114 total tackles / 2 forced fumbles / 1 Int
Defensive Back: Gabe Callery – 57 total tackles / 3 Int / 4 Pass Breakups
Special Teams: Caleb Meister (punter) – 56 punts / 40.3 Average / 28 punts inside the 20
For a full schedule, go to: http://shusaints.com/sports/fball/2020-21/schedule