UPDATE: In a nail-biting finish, Misericordia University suffered its first loss of the season in the Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) to Eastern University, losing 28-21 on Saturday, October 25, 2025, at Mangelsdorf Field in Dallas. The defeat snaps the Cougars’ impressive five-game conference win streak, leaving them at 5-2 overall and 5-1 in the MAC.
Just moments ago, with less than four minutes remaining in the game and trailing by seven, Misericordia seemed poised for a comeback. They advanced into Eastern territory but were thwarted by a critical fumble that led to a turnover. Eastern recovered, ran out the clock, and secured the victory, putting them at 6-1 overall and 5-1 in the MAC.
“We knew this was going to be a really good game,” said Misericordia’s first-year coach, Steve Cushing. “It was a tight game, and they just made one more play than us.”
The game began with Eastern’s quarterback Brett Nabb leading his team down the field, scoring on a 1-yard run to take an early lead. Misericordia responded quickly, with Jacob Hunter tying the game with a 6-yard touchdown run after a 75-yard drive.
Both teams exchanged leads, with Eastern going ahead 14-7 just before halftime on a 31-yard touchdown pass from Nabb. The second half saw both teams continue to battle, with Eastern pulling ahead to a 28-14 lead before Misericordia’s Kasiah Poole scored to narrow the gap.
With this loss, the Cougars must regroup as they prepare to face FDU-Florham next week. “The big message is to come back next week and stay inspired,” Cushing added, emphasizing the need for focus and determination. The Cougars are determined to not let this loss define their season.
What’s Next: Misericordia will look to rebound against FDU-Florham next week, while Eastern aims to maintain their momentum against Widener. Fans are eager to see if Misericordia can bounce back and continue their quest for a strong finish this season.
As the Cougars reflect on this challenging matchup, the stakes remain high in the MAC. Each game now carries significant weight, and both teams will be looking to secure vital wins in the coming weeks.
