UNA secures victory against Alcorn State in new stadium opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 7:18 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
The North Alabama Lions celebrated the opening of Bank Independent Stadium with a 38-20 victory over Alcorn State on Saturday night. Freshman wide receiver Xavier Johnson starred in the game, accumulating 161 all-purpose yards, including a 75-yard touchdown run. The game marked a significant milestone for UNA, as discussions for an on-campus facility began over 50 years ago. The Lions took an early lead, scoring on their first two drives and maintaining the advantage throughout. The Lions improve to 2-2 this season and will host Illinois State next Saturday.
- •UNA scores first two drives, takes early lead
- •Xavier Johnson finishes with 161 all-purpose yards
- •Game marks the debut at Bank Independent Stadium
- •North Alabama improves to 2-2 this season
- •Lions will face Illinois State next Saturday
- 7:18 AMYahoo Sports — UNA opens new stadium with win over Alcorn State
"Behind a great performance from freshman wide receiver Xavier Johnson, the Lions picked up a 38-20 win over Alcorn State Saturday night.
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