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Colby Carthel sets record as winningest coach at SFA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 29, 2026, 2:35 AM

Last updated Sep 29, 2026

Colby Carthel sets record as winningest coach at SFA

Summary

Colby Carthel became the winningest head coach in Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) football history following a 63-14 victory over Northeastern State on September 28, 2026. The win marks Carthel's 49th since taking the helm in 2019, surpassing Jim Hess’s previous record of 48 wins. Under Carthel’s leadership, the Lumberjacks have made two playoff appearances and won a conference title in 2025. This achievement highlights a significant milestone in SFA football.

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•Carthel led SFA to a 63-14 win over Northeastern State
•He surpassed Jim Hess's previous record of 48 wins
•Carthel has a coaching record of 49-38 at SFA
•SFA has made two playoff appearances under Carthel
•The Lumberjacks won a conference title in 2025

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2:35 AMYahoo Sports — SFA’s Colby Carthel becomes winningest head coach in program history

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NACOGDOCHES, Texas (KETK)– Over the weekend, Stephen F. Austin State University head football coach Colby Carthel made program history by becoming the winningest coach in team history. Carthel entered the record books after he led the Lumberjacks to a commanding win over Northeastern State on Saturday. Saturday’s win was Carthel’s 49th with the Lumberjacks since […]
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