Danville, Va. – Averett University football will celebrate Homecoming this Saturday, October 18th, wiht a 4 p.m. contest against Hampden-sydney College at Daly Field at Frank R. Campbell Stadium. Live stats and a video broadcast will be available through links at Averettcougars.com.
The Cougars (0-5, 0-3 ODAC) face a challenging matchup against the Tigers (4-1, 2-1 ODAC), who are receiving votes in the national poll. Averett is looking to break a three-game losing streak to Hampden-Sydney and improve its home record, where they are 2-3 all-time against the Tigers. this game offers Averett an chance to build momentum within the ODAC schedule and showcase its program during a key Homecoming event.
Historically,Hampden-Sydney holds a 3-8 advantage in the series,having defeated Averett 42-21 last season. The Cougars are coming off a 77-20 road loss to No. 25 Randolph-Macon college, while Hampden-Sydney last played on October 4th, falling to Washington and Lee University 42-34 after a bye week.
Fans can access the digital game program and detailed game notes through links provided on the Averett Athletics website.
