Gateway had to hit the road for their first game and it wasn't the result they were hoping for. They were dealt a 41-14 defeat at the hands of the State College Little Lions on Friday. Sadly, the loss continues a streak the team started last season, making it five in a row.
Several Gators players turned in solid performances despite ultimately coming up short. Perhaps the best among those players was Elvis Koutsakis, Jr, who threw for 189 yards and a pair of TDs. 90 of those passing yards were hauled in by Tyree Gowder, who also brought in a receiving touchdown.
D'Antae Sheffey was a one-man wrecking crew For State College. as he rushed for 197 yards and two scores while picking up 7.6 yards per carry. Connor Kulka was another key player, throwing for 130 yards and a pair of touchdowns.
Coming up, Gateway will face off against North Allegheny at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. As for State College, they will challenge Altoona at 7:00 p.m. on Friday. The matchup will give the Little Lions their first taste of in-conference action this season.
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