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UWF Argos host Southern Illinois in first Division I football game

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

UWF Argos host Southern Illinois in first Division I football game

Summary

The University of West Florida Argos hosted Southern Illinois in their inaugural Division I football game on Thursday night. The game took place at UWF's new football stadium, with a final score of 34-31 in favor of the Argos. This match marked a significant milestone for the school, which transitioned to Division I athletics earlier this year. Freshman students expressed excitement about the experience, noting its impact on their college journey. UWF's next game is against Central Arkansas on September 5.

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By the Numbers

•UWF defeats Southern Illinois 34-31 in their season opener.
•The game is the first for UWF as a Division I program.
•UWF's new football stadium hosted the historic event.
•Freshmen expressed excitement about attending a Division I school.
•UWF will play Central Arkansas next on September 5.

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4:12 AMYahoo Sports — UWF fans take in historic first Division I football game

What they're saying

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PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Fans packed the University of West Florida campus Thursday night as the Argos kicked off their first football game as a Division I program. UWF hosted Southern Illinois in its season opener and won 34-31. For some freshmen, the historic game made their first football experience at UWF even more memorable. […]
— Yahoo Sports

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