Fifth year Neal Likens and junior Luke Penola against Findlay Oct. 17. Courtesy | Reva Ludwig Hillsdale jumped out to an early lead and never looked back as it defeated Kentucky Wesleyan College 52-21 in Owensboro, Kentucky, Oct. 31. “I knew coming into it that we were the better team, and I knew we...
Flag Ceremony and Vietnam Skyhawk flyover. Ashley Van Hoose | Hillsdale Athletic Department The Hillsdale Chargers lost 21-14 to the Tiffin University Dragons on Military Appreciation Day Oct. 25. The team’s record fell to 5-3 and 3-3 in Great Midwest Athletic Conference play. Hillsdale ranks fourth in the conference. “The effort was certainly there...
Shea Ruddy signing autographs in 2026. Ashley Van Hoose | Hillsdale Athletic Department Senior Shea Ruddy is a finalist for a football award regarded as the “Academic Heisman.” The National Football Foundation named Ruddy, a wide receiver, as one of 18 players nationwide in competition for the William V. Campbell trophy, which honors academic...
Junior Tutt Carrico celebrates with senior Jonathan Metzger and junior Ryan Skura after catching a pass. Courtesy | Reva Ludwig The Chargers gave up a go-ahead touchdown with 12 seconds left in the game and fell to #16 ranked Findlay University 22-19 at home Oct. 17. “Heartbreaking,” sophomore offensive lineman Brady Francis said. “It’s really...
Shea Ruddy at Victory Day in 2025. Hillsdale Athletic Department | Ashley Van Hoose Hillsdale College football captain Shea Ruddy was named one of 22 members of the 2026 Allstate American Football Coaches Association Good Works Team Sept. 15, recognizing his commitment to community service alongside his achievements on the field and in the...