This Saturday, Eastern University will host its first football game. After years of consideration, the University made the commitment to add the program in the fall of 2021 and hired Head Coach Billy Crocker in December of the at same year. After a preliminary season as a club sport, the Eagles begin play in the Middle Atlantic Conference at 7:00 pm against the Alvernia University Golden Wolves. 

Crocker's squad dropped a tough 41-21 decision at The College of New Jersey in the program's historic first game last Saturday. The Eagles, without a single player who had played in a college game, were within a single score and had the ball in the fourth quarter before the Lions scored twice to seal the result. 

Saturday's historic home test will be at the iconic Franklin Field in Philadelphia. With construction delays on the Valley Forge facility, there was a need to find an alternative venue for this opening season. The chance to play in the historic venue will provide a great opportunity for Eastern players and fans in this first season. 

Click on the story picture to see a short interview with Coach Crocker from today. 

Fans traveling to the games should be aware of ticket policy. Buying tickets online is recommended, but there will be tickets for sale at the gate. 

Everyone Driving to the game should be aware of parking and tailgating information. 

Eastern Students should check their email for an email with the subject line Weekly Happenings September 8th-10th!- POP-UP event added. That email has Information about how to get free student tickets and the opportunity to travel to Franklin Field from campus on a bus. 

Eastern Alumni can still register for the pre-game reception at the New Deck Tavern. The $20 cost covers a drink, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and a ticket to the game.  

Game Program

Fans not able to travel to the game will be able to watch the Eastern stream with the Jakib Media Team call on MACTV. Click Here for the link to the game
The Radio Broadcast will be on WFIL AM 560- Click Here to Listen
 
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