Football Rally Falls Short During Season Opener

WAYNE, N.J. – The William Paterson football team’s (0-1) late rally fell short as the Pioneers opened their 2026 campaign with a 27-17 home loss to Western Connecticut (1-0) Sept. 5 at Wightman Stadium. HOW IT HAPPENED: A high snap on a WP punt attempt went through the back of the end zone for a 2-0 WestConn lead at the 10:14 mark of the first quarter. The Wolves used a 44-yard pass play to build a 9-0 edge less than two minutes into the second period, and added a 70-yard run for a 15-0 advantage at the 7:39 mark. The…