Will Cook County News

By Claude Martinez.

There was a NAIA elite match-up at Bruce R. Deaton Memorial Field, on Saturday, in Chicago. It was the home opener for the #8 Saint Xavier Cougars (1-1) were the #10 St. Thomas (Florida) Bobcats were looking to climb up the NAIA rankings.

FINAL: #10 St. Thomas University 33, #8 Saint Xavier University 14.

The competition led to a new landmark for fifth year senior quarterback Stuart Ross. He eclipsed John Rhone’s (SXU QB 2013-16) completed passing record of 733 passes. Ross set the new bar at 744.

Stuart Ross was also the WCCN Player of the Game having 238 yards, 2 touchdowns and 1 interception.

We extend a special thank you to Chris Gbur (SXU, Sports Information Director) for his invaluable contributions to SXU athletics. His dedication and hard work are greatly appreciated and you can read his press release here.

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