Football Team of Crusaders Faces Setback in Match Against Syracuse, Yet Demonstrates Hidden Potential for Success
The Holy Cross Crusaders suffered a loss in their last game against the Syracuse Orange, but the team showed resilience and competitiveness against a strong FBS opponent. Despite the 28-14 defeat, the Crusaders are determined to build on the positives from the game and improve in their next encounter.
The Crusaders started the 2024 season with one win in the first four games, a stark contrast to the Syracuse Orange who remain full of promise despite a last-second loss to Stanford the previous week. The game between Holy Cross and Syracuse took place in Syracuse, NY, at the JMA Wireless Dome.
Syracuse took an early lead with a touchdown by Umari Hatcher in the first quarter. Max Mosey responded for Holy Cross with a touchdown in the second quarter, making the score 21-7 in favor of Syracuse. Jacob Petersen also scored a touchdown for the Crusaders in the same quarter, narrowing the gap to 21-14. However, Syracuse scored again late in the second quarter to extend their lead to 28-14, a lead they held onto until the final whistle.
The game will be broadcasted on ESPN+, and kickoff for the Holy Cross vs. Colgate game is set for 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 5, in upstate New York. The Colgate Raiders currently have a record of 1-4.
Kyle McCord, a former Heisman candidate and Ohio State transfer, led the Syracuse Orange in the game. Despite the loss, the Holy Cross Crusaders remain the top-ranked team in the Patriot League and are eager to bounce back against the Colgate Raiders.
The Crusaders will be looking to carry the fight and competitiveness they showed against Syracuse into their next game. The team is optimistic about their chances against Colgate and is determined to secure a victory and move up the rankings.
