Winfield, KS – The Southwestern College Builders (0-0, 0-0) will look to for a strong start to the season when they face the Baker University Wildcats (1-3, 1-0), this Saturday, March 1st, at Richard L. Jantz Stadium. Kickoff is set for 1:00 PM.
The Builders are hoping to generate momentum from their season opener and secure their first official victory of the year.
Kennedi Hayes, a freshman quarterback, will guide the offense, and she is expected to connect with key players like freshman
Shariffa Piamonte, sophomore
Olivia Manfre, and freshman
Mary Jones. Builders will rely on freshman
Andrea Moon, who has shown a defensive promise in her early start to the season with her ability to attack the quarterback and disrupt plays.
Baker University enters the matchup coming off a 39-0 victory over William Woods on February 26th. The Wildcats bounced back from a three-game losing streak, as quarterback Tara Llorente threw for 161 yards and two touchdowns. Llorente will look to continue her strong performance and lead Baker to another win. The Wildcats' defense will also be key, with Kaley Phillips contributing two interceptions in their last game.
Southwestern College, who played a nonconference scrimmage against Hesston College, won 21-7, will look to improve to 1-0 to start the season. Baker University aims to build on its recent success and carry momentum into Saturday's game.