INDIANAPOLIS - The final month of the regular season nears this Saturday, as Marian opens the month of November at home against the University of St. Francis (Ill.). The November 1 kick is set for 1:05 p.m. as the Knights host the Fighting Saints from Ascension St. Vincent Field.
THE SERIES
Marian has owned their series against St. Francis (Ill.), holding a record of 9-1 all-time against the Fighting Saints. Marian won last year's meeting 37-28 in the regular season finale, taking down the Saints in their MSFA Midwest League Co-Champion clinching game. Head coach
Ted Karras Jr. is 4-0 all-time against St. Francis (Ill.), with this meeting on Saturday marking the first in the history played in Indianapolis since 2022.
LAST TIME OUT
Marian went on the road and scored a top-25 victory at Olivet Nazarene, winning 44-36.
Alijah Price turned the game in Marian's favor in the fourth quarter, as the freshman changed a 30-30 tie to a 37-30 lead with his 95-yard kickoff return touchdown. Marian would get a later score from
Keagan La Belle to extend their lead to two touchdowns, while a late strip-sack from
Isaiah Street ended any last-ditch comeback efforts for the Tigers.Â
LA BELLE HUNTING RECORDS
Keagan La Belle has had a dominant rushing season, having scored 16 rushing touchdowns through the Knights' first eight games of the season. The senior running back La Belle, who has only played in seven of the team's games this season, enters the final three weeks of the regular season with the single-season rushing touchdown record in his sights. The current record, held by Wall of Fame member Tevin Lake, is 18 touchdowns. The current senior needs just three scores to break the record, while a fourth rushing touchdown would move him past Charles Salary on the career rushing touchdown mantle.Â
La Belle is currently amidst a 14-game scoring streak, the second-longest in program history behind wide receiver great Krishawn Hogan. Hogan's scoring record is 20 games.Â
TOP OF THEIR CLASS
Marian has had a strong season, with their record reflecting their national ranks in the NAIA stats pages. Marian holds a top-10 mark in the following categories:
- 1st in red zone touchdowns - 85% (34-40)
- 2nd in interceptions - 14
- 3rd in sacks - 26
- 3rd in rushing touchdowns - 35
- 4th in kick return yards per return - 26.2 per return
- 4th in red zone scoring - 95% (38-40)
- 6th in scoring - 46.3 points per game
- 6th in team touchdowns - 51 scores
- 7th in rushing yards - 1681 yards
- 9th in rushing yards per game - 210.1 yards per game
Additionally,
Keagan La Belle is third in the NAIA in touchdowns and carries,
Tristan Polk is 12th in quarterback efficiency,
Logan Carrington leads the NAIA in interceptions, and Isiaah Street is in the top-15 in the NAIA in both sacks and forced fumbles.Â
WATCH AND FOLLOW ALONG
Those fans unable to attend Saturday's game can watch live on the ISC Sports Network, as Scott McCauley and Zach Graves have the call. All home games are televised with six camera angles, and single-game live stream passes cost $9.99. Fans can also purchase a season pass of Marian football at a discounted price on a per-game basis, running at $24.99. Passes for this weekend's game can be purchased now, while the season pass is live. All home games of the 2025 season can be viewed with the season pass purchase. Live statistics will be available at marianstats.com, and updates of the game will be posted on the Marian Knights and Marian Football Instagram and X pages. Fans can follow at @MUKnights and @MarianUFootball.
TICKETS
Tickets for Saturday's home-opening game are on sale now, with general admission ticket pricing starting at $10. Be sure to get your ticket ahead of the game to avoid lines entering the stadium.Â
TAILGATING
Tailgate spots are filling fast for this weekend. Be sure to grab your spot! For any questions, reach out to Nick Torres on the Marian advancement team. Cash parking is available for $10. Lots open at 10:00 a.m.
POSTGAME EVENTS
Following Saturday's game, the Marian women's basketball team tips off its regular season opener, taking on the University of Pikeville at 3:30 p.m.
The Knights will host Saint Francis (Ill.) this weekend in their first game of the month of November. Kickoff this weekend is set for 1:05 p.m.
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