By: Ace Hunt
SAINT MARY-OF-THE-WOODS, Ind. – The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College sprint football team returns home unbeaten for its annual Homecoming Game, set for Saturday, October 4, at 3 p.m. (ET) against Midway (Ky.) at Jay Barrett Field.
Fans can catch the action live on the Indiana Sports Network and on WNDI 95.3 FM with legendary broadcaster John Montgomery on the call. Live stats will also be available through SMWC Athletics.
Series History
- SMWC is 5–0 all-time against Midway.
- The Pomeroys hold a 3–0 record at home versus the Eagles.
- Earlier this season, SMWC defeated Midway 56–42 on the road in the season opener.
- SMWC is 2-1 all-time in Homecoming contests, including a victory over Midway in 2022.
SMWC Notes
Unbeaten and Rolling
The Pomeroys (3–0, 3–0 MSFL) enter Homecoming fresh off a 63–6 rout of Oakland City, a performance that featured scoring in all three phases of the game. SMWC has now outscored opponents 164–69 this season, averaging 54.7 points per game.
Explosive Starts
- Jason Rucker opened the Oakland City game with an 85-yard kickoff return touchdown just 14 seconds in.
- QB Jeremiah Tosky connected twice with WR Corbyn Cleveland in the first half, including a 35-yard strike, to fuel a 42–6 halftime lead.
Balanced Offense
- Tosky: 11-of-18, 131 yards, 2 TDs vs. Oakland City; now at 4,705 career passing yards and 46 TDs, just four shy of 50 career touchdowns.
- RB Zy'Eiar White: 74 rushing yards and a TD last week; emerging as a reliable freshman playmaker.
- RB Brandyn Bobo: Added two rushing scores in the win.
- RB Derron Hazzard and QB Xander Hunt also found the end zone.
- WR Cleveland: 60 yards, 2 TDs vs. Oakland City; leads the team in receiving scores.
- WR Dameon Miller: Hauled in 5 catches for 53 yards.
Defense on Lockdown
- Held Oakland City to 112 total yards (42 rushing, 70 passing).
- Byran Simmons: Two interceptions, including a 75-yard pick-six; finished with 88 return yards.
- John Taft: Forced and recovered a fumble.
- Brodi Smith and Garry Settle: Each added sacks.
Special Teams Strength
Midway at a Glance
The Eagles (2–1) enter riding momentum with back-to-back victories over Bellarmine and Quincy following their season-opening loss to SMWC. Midway's offense has started to click, making Saturday's Homecoming clash a pivotal test for both squads in the MSFL standings.
Homecoming Spotlight
Head coach
Blaine Powell has guided the Pomeroys to three straight MSFL championship game appearances, including the 2022 league title and 2024 outright regular-season championship. With a 23–4 career record, Powell's team is once again aiming for postseason contention, backed by a deep roster and championship experience.
Up Next
After Homecoming, SMWC will observe a bye week on October 11 before returning to action on Saturday, October 18, with a road trip to face Calumet College of St. Joseph in MSFL play.
