Perkovich leads UAlbany in 28-14 win over New Hampshire
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 29, 2026, 4:46 AM
Last updated Aug 29, 2026
The University at Albany football team opened its season with a 28-14 victory against the University of New Hampshire on August 28, 2026, at Casey Stadium. New head coach Tom Perkovich secured his first win at the Football Championship Subdivision level as UAlbany rushed for 374 yards. Running back Joey Koch rushed for 144 yards and scored a touchdown, while quarterback Kai Colon contributed with both a touchdown and 90 rushing yards. The Great Danes' defense held UNH to just 62 rushing yards. UAlbany next faces the University at Buffalo on Thursday night.
- •UAlbany rushed for 374 yards and four touchdowns.
- •Joey Koch scored his first career touchdown with 144 rushing yards.
- •Quarterback Kai Colon threw for 57 yards and rushed for 90.
- •UAlbany's defense limited UNH to 62 rushing yards.
- •The Great Danes will face the University at Buffalo next.
- 4:46 AMYahoo Sports — Perkovich leads UAlbany past New Hampshire in season opener
"Perkovich received an ice-water bath from his players after the game. The Great Danes had reason to celebrate after going 6-18 the past two seasons.
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