Flag Football opens 2022 season in Florida

BABSON PARK, Fla. (March 11, 2022) – The Milligan University flag football team opened its second season matchups against Webber International, Warner and Thomas on Friday and Saturday at Webber International. The Buffs fell to Webber 42-12 and to Warner 72-0 on Friday. In Saturday's games, Milligan lost to Webber 47-0 and No. 2 Thomas 59-0.

"Today didn't yield the outcome we were hoping for, but we will continue to build upon the things we're learning as we work towards the NAIA championships in May," said head coach Lauren Gullett.

Milligan scored its first touchdown of the season in the second quarter when Brooke Housley connected with Bethany Stephens for six points. Ava Sorrentino notched her first touchdown of the year with a rushing score from close range in the season opener against Webber International.

On Saturday, Housley, Maddie Manear, Sorrentino and Blakelee Ollis each recorded an interception. The Buffs converted a pair late fourth downs against nationally-ranked Thomas but ran out of time on their final drive.

Milligan falls to 0-4 after its opening weekend. The Buffs host Cottey at Anglin Field for a doubleheader on Wednesday at 1:00 p.m.

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