James Madison remains undefeated in Sun Belt with 4-0 start
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 5:00 PM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

James Madison is on a strong start to the Sun Belt season, holding a 4-0 record. Following significant roster changes and a new head coach in Billy Napier, the team has maintained its dominance, averaging 44.8 points per game while allowing just 12.2. The Dukes have successfully navigated key personnel departures and have shown resilience on both offense and defense. Their solid performance could position them well for the remainder of the season as they continue conference play after a decisive win over Old Dominion.
- •James Madison is 4-0 after four weeks of the season.
- •The team has averaged 44.8 points and allowed 12.2 per game.
- •Billy Napier is the new head coach following Bob Chesney's departure.
- •Key players have emerged despite the loss of several contributors from last season.
- •The Dukes are undefeated in conference play, with their next match ahead.
- 5:00 PMYahoo Sports — James Madison Leading The Sun Belt
"James Madison came into this season with expectations of winning the Sun Belt again. But the road to repeating would face some more challenges. Last season they handled the conference with ease, and it was clear they were the best team. The biggest question surrounding the Dukes this season was how they would handle all …
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