Bison woes continue against Becker in 30-6 loss

WASHINGTON, DC--In a matchup of rivals, the Bison were looking to avenge their 2006 defeat--however, the Becker College Hawks took advantage of Bison miscues and earned their first victory in 2007 with a final score of 30-6.

Becker scored first, on an 87-yard play by running back Levi Smith. The Bison answered with a Jason Coleman punch-in for six in the second quarter to keep it close, 8-6. Unfortunately, this would be the only score the Buff and Blue would see on an unusually heated October Saturday.

The Hawks led the rest of the way, with scores by Jacques Faubles (TD reception), Anthony Johnson (3-yd run) and D'Andre Stringe (83-yd run). The Hawks converted all but one of their two-point conversions. The key factor in the Hawk win was Gallaudet's three fumbles that set up the Hawks with good field position for scoring opportunities.

On defense, safety Rantz Teeters picked off a pass, Robin Shannon led the team with 10.5 total tackles, including a sack and 2.5 tackles for loss. Brothers Calvin and Joshua Doudt had 7 and 5.5 tackles, respectively.

At the half, Bison quarterback Jason Coleman was 10-for-13, but finished 16-for-31, picking up 180 yards in the air and the only touchdown. He ran for 80 yards as well. Wide Receiver Cole Johnson led the receiving effort with five catches for 69 yards. Kevin Alley had 46 yards off 4 catches.

The Bison have a week off before taking on Williamson Trade in the homecoming game matchup on Saturday, October 20. Kickoff is at 1:00 p.m.