INDIANAPOLIS - Coming off a thrilling 34-31 home victory over Concordia on Saturday night, the Marian football team opens the first of two consecutive weeks on the road this Saturday as they travel to Lawrence Tech. Kickoff is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. in Southfield, Michigan.

THE GAME AND SERIES
Marian has owned the short-lived series with Lawrence Tech, holding a record of 4-0 all-time. Marian has averaged 44 points per game in their four wins, and have played in Michigan just once against the Blue Devils, with that matchup coming in November of 2022. Last season, Marian won 44-17, with the offense gaining 517 yards of offense while the defense recorded three interceptions. 

Keagan La Belle led Marian in rushing last season with 75 yards on three carries, and Tirae Spence and Drew Byerly both caught touchdowns among the returning offensive Knights that shined. Jake Reichard also threw his first career touchdown pass a season ago in the win over Lawrence Tech, and defensively the efforts of returning Knights Deon Pettiford and Reis Walker highlighted the day. Adrian Cuevas and Nate Frey are among the now alumni players last season who recorded interceptions. 

Despite having only played at Lawrence Tech once before, Marian has 24 players who have taken snaps in Southfield, including Spence, Pettiford, La Belle, and now-starting quarterback Tristan Polk. 

WATCH AND FOLLOW ALONG
Those fans unable to attend Saturday's game can watch live through the Lawrence Tech Athletics Network, listed above. The Knights broadcast duo of Scott McCauley and Zach Graves will be in Michigan with the team, calling an audio-only broadcast of the game, streamed live through the ISC Sports Network. Fans can also find live statistics at marianstats.com. Live updates of the game will be posted on the official Marian Athletics Twitter/X page, @MUKnights, along with the team page of @MarianUFootball.

HEATING UP
Not only is the Marian offense heating up following their 34-point performance on Saturday, but so too is the weather. Temperatures for Saturday call for highs in the mid-80's, similar to last weekend's home weather against Concordia.

TICKETS
Fans can purchase tickets at the gate and online Saturday's game. Gates open 90 minutes prior to kickoff. Ticket prices start at $8 for general admission and $5 for children ages 2-10 and senior citizens age 65 and older. Seating is only available on the home side of the stadium. For ticketing questions, contact tickets@ltu.edu.

Marian will kickoff on Saturday at 1:00 p.m. against Lawrence Tech in Southfield, Michigan.

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