The Sacred Heart University football team is set to face the Merrimack Warriors on Saturday, Nov. 15, for Senior Day and the Yankee Conference Championship. The Pioneers, coming off a 31-20 victory against Merrimack last season, aim to secure back-to-back championships. With a perfect 5-0 home record, Sacred Heart seeks to maintain their stronghold at Campus Field. This matchup marks their eighth meeting, with Sacred Heart holding a 4-3 series lead. The Warriors enter the game on a four-game losing streak.

By the Numbers
  • Sacred Heart holds a 5-0 home record this season.
  • The Pioneers defeated Merrimack 31-20 last season.
State of Play
  • Sacred Heart has not lost at home since 2021, when they finished 6-0.
  • The Pioneers aim to finish their home schedule undefeated this Saturday.
What's Next

Following the championship game, the Pioneers will continue their season in 2025, starting with a matchup against Stonehill on Aug. 30, and will compete in the CAA Football conference beginning July 2026.

Bottom Line

The Pioneers are determined to leverage their home advantage and senior leadership to capture another Yankee Conference Championship, solidifying their status as a formidable force in FCS football.