Blue Tigers fall to Riverhawks in OT

50 years ago to the day, LU played its first game in Dwight T. Reed Stadium

LU linebacker Elliott Albert takes down a Riverhawk during Saturday’s game at Dwight T. Reed Stadium. Sept. 25, 2021. (Photo by Sydnee Bryant)

Clarion Staff Reports

LINCOLN UNIVERSITY – The Blue Tigers fell short by an extra point in an overtime nail-biter against the Northeastern State (Okla.) Riverhawks. In a game that traded touchdowns to a 42-42 regulation end, it seemed the Blue Nation was about to put a mark in the win column. But a missed LU extra point in overtime gave the ultimate advantage and win to the opponent.

On a historical note, Saturday’s game marked the 50th anniversary of the first game played in Dwight T. Reed Stadium. On Sept. 25, 1971, LU beat Bimidji State 35-13.

The the Clarion will have more on the game Monday.

Saturday’s game against Northeastern State (Okla.) marked the 50th anniversary of the first game played in Dwight T. Reed Stadium. On Sept. 25, 1971, Lincoln beat Bimidji State 35-13. (Clarion photo)

LU running back Hosea Franklin, a junior from Memphis, Tenn., cuts up the middle during Saturday’s game against the Northeastern State (Okla.) Riverhawks. Sept. 25, 2021. (Photo by Gracen Gaskins)

No. 14 Winston Ausmer on his way to a touchdown during Saturday’s game against the Riverhawks. Sept. 25, 2021. (Photo by Gracen Gaskins)