ESU QB Harrison Susi breaks Jimmy Terwilliger's rushing TD record vs West Chester

East Stroudsburg University football secured a homecoming victory while setting a record-breaking day for senior quarterback Harrison Susi. The Coatesville native, now a first-year starter, achieved his 14th-career rushing touchdown against West Chester, surpassing the previous record held by head coach and program legend Jimmy Terwilliger.

Susi's accomplishment solidifies his position as the school record holder for career rushing touchdowns by a quarterback, surpassing Terwilliger's single-season achievements. After the game, Susi expressed his enthusiasm, stating that Terwilliger congratulated him profusely, but he remains focused on the game rather than records.

Terwilliger acknowledged Susi's versatility, praising his playmaking abilities and allowing him to wear his retired jersey number, No. 13. The seventh-year head coach likened the situation to Pete Mitchell in the 2022 film Top Gun: Maverick, where he is now teaching the next generation, rather than performing the task himself. As the full-time starter, Susi has already outperformed his passing numbers from last season, currently sitting at 545 yards and 5 touchdowns through five games, with a completion percentage increase from 54% to 58% on more volume.