The Elmira/Southside Express (NY) and the Rush-Henrietta Royal Comets (NY) open their 2025 football seasons in a neutral-site non-conference matchup at Alfred University. Kickoff is scheduled for Saturday, September 6, 2025, at 5:00 PM.
Game Details
○ Matchup: Elmira/Southside (NY) vs Rush-Henrietta (NY)
○ Date & Time: 9/6/2025 – 5:00 PM
○ Location: Alfred University, Alfred, NY
○ Live Coverage: Follow live scores on MaxPreps
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Elmira/Southside Express
The Express start the 2025 season ranked #6,436 nationally and #111 in New York, aiming to build on last season’s foundation. With a balanced offense and a defense anchored by returning starters, Elmira/Southside is eager to show early-season strength.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #6,436
○ State Rank: #111 (NY)
○ Class Rank: #26
○ Key to Win: Play mistake-free football and lean on veteran leadership to stay composed in a neutral-site setting.
Main Squad:
○ Tyler Donahue – QB
○ Marco Santiago – RB
○ Dylan Harrington – WR
○ Chase O’Leary – WR
○ Gavin Montoya – TE
○ Riley Patterson – OL
○ Jalen Morris – DL
○ Connor Whitaker – LB
○ Aidan Blake – DB
○ Brody Hayes – K/P
Rush-Henrietta Royal Comets
The Royal Comets enter 2025 ranked #7,139 nationally and #127 in New York, looking to establish momentum in their opener. Built around speed and physical play, Rush-Henrietta will try to outpace Elmira/Southside in the second half.
○ 2025 Record: 0-0
○ National Rank: #7,139
○ State Rank: #127 (NY)
○ Class Rank: #30
○ Key to Win: Use quick tempo on offense and aggressive defense to create turnovers and seize control.
Main Squad:
○ Brandon Keller – QB
○ Isaiah Monroe – RB
○ Julian Vega – WR
○ Caleb Jennings – WR
○ Xavier Cruz – TE
○ Dominic Alvarez – OL
○ Nathaniel Boone – DL
○ Carter Riley – LB
○ Miles Thornton – DB
○ Logan Pierce – K
Rankings & Records
| Team | National Rank | State Rank | Class Rank | Overall | Home | Away | Win % | PF | PA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elmira/Southside | #6,436 | #111 (NY) | #26 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
| Rush-Henrietta | #7,139 | #127 (NY) | #30 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0% | 0 | 0 |
