Wash On/Wash Off

Marist linebacker Kurt Steubing had 12 tackles against Lafayette (CREDIT: Marist Athletics)


Two different schools were faced with the exact same weather last night in the New York City area and they both responded differently.

Fordham decided to postpone its season opener in The Bronx and will play the University of Rhode Island at noon Sunday instead.

But the brave souls at Marist went ahead with their home opener against Lafayette and lost 28-6 to the Leopards in the torrential downpour.

Of particular concern for Columbia, who plays Lafayette in week 4 at Wien Stadium, was the play of Maurice White. White had 212 yards rushing on 29 carries with two touchdowns. Leopard QB Rob Curley threw the ball just 11 times in the heavy weather and still nailed a TD pass and avoided any interceptions.

Marist's Bo Ehikioya, who had a big game against the Lions last year, was held to just 33 yards on 12 carries with one TD.


Week 2 opponent Towson rallied for a 21-16 home opener win over Morgan State. Towson's starting QB Sean Schaefer was 18 of 25 for 243 yards, 3 TD's and 1 INT.


Game of the Day (Day 14)

September 22, 2007

Columbia 31 Marist 7

Marist's brave decision to go ahead with the game Saturday night reminded me of the not-so-nice weather during the Lions gamea against the Red Foxes last year.

Here's my complete review of that game from 2007.

And my compliments go to the folks at Marist for continuing to schedule tougher opponents from the Ivy and Patriot Leagues.