SFA Lumberjacks Achieve Historic 5-0 Start, Coach Carthel Becomes Program’s Winningest
The SFA Lumberjacks football team has achieved a historic 5-0 start to their 2026 season, marking the first time in over 30 years they have reached this record. This milestone was secured with a decisive 63-14 victory over the Northeastern…
Tyler Longview, TX, September 26, 2026 —
The Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) Lumberjacks football team has reached a significant milestone, achieving a 5-0 start to their 2026 season. This record marks the first time in more than three decades that the program has begun a season with five consecutive wins.
The historic achievement was solidified with a commanding 63-14 victory against the Northeastern State Riverhawks. The game took place in Nacogdoches, Texas, the home venue for the Lumberjacks.
In addition to the team’s best start in over 30 years, the win also secured a personal milestone for head coach Colby Carthel. The victory officially made him the winningest coach in the SFA program’s history.
Further details regarding the specifics of Coach Carthel’s previous record or the exact number of wins required to surpass the previous record holder were not provided in the available information. Similarly, player statistics from the game or specific contributions leading to the 63-14 score were not detailed.
The SFA Lumberjacks will look to continue their successful season following this historic performance. The team’s current status represents a notable turnaround and a significant accomplishment for the football program.
Story summarized from the original created by Colten Sneed on www.kltv.com, see more information here.
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