UAlbany football rebounds strongly in dominant win over Long Island

The University at Albany's football team delivered a strong performance, securing a 35-13 victory over Long Island University on Saturday at Shark Stadium. Coach Tom Perkovich was initially uncertain about his team's ability to bounce back after a tough loss to the University at Buffalo just nine days prior. However, the Great Danes proved their resilience, dominating the game from start to finish.

UAlbany's offense showcased their sharpness early on, scoring on their first two possessions. Backup quarterback Aidan Semo threw a 7-yard touchdown pass to tight end Mitch Viviano, setting the tone for the game. Following a defensive stop, UAlbany extended their lead to 14-0 with two more touchdowns in quick succession, thanks to a 20-yard strike from starting quarterback Kai Colon to Joey Koch and a 33-yard connection with running back Jordan Rae.

The team's dominance continued in the third quarter, as UAlbany scored 21 consecutive points, with Colon again finding Rae for a touchdown. Sophomore linebacker Jeremiah Pruitt led the defense with seven tackles, holding Long Island University to a mere 221 total yards. As UAlbany looks ahead to their next Coastal Athletic Association matchup against Monmouth, they take pride in their strong showing and look forward to continuing their season.