No. 5 SFA Lumberjacks Edge UIW Cardinals in Close Southland Conference Contest
The No. 5 ranked SFA Lumberjacks football team defeated the UIW Cardinals with a score of 28-26 in a Southland Conference matchup held at Homer Bryce Stadium in Nacogdoches, Texas.
Tyler Longview, TX, October 3, 2026 — The Stephen F. Austin State University (SFA) Lumberjacks, ranked fifth nationally, secured a narrow victory over the Incarnate Word (UIW) Cardinals on Saturday. The final score of the Southland Conference matchup was 28-26 in favor of the Lumberjacks.
The highly anticipated game took place at Homer Bryce Stadium in Nacogdoches, Texas, drawing a crowd for the conference clash. The Lumberjacks, holding the No. 5 spot in the rankings, faced a competitive challenge from the UIW Cardinals. The game remained close throughout, culminating in a two-point difference at the final whistle.
Official details regarding key plays, individual performances, or the specific circumstances leading to the final score were not provided in the summary. However, the outcome establishes a win for SFA in their conference play, contributing to their standing within the Southland Conference. The UIW Cardinals, despite the loss, demonstrated a strong performance against a top-ranked opponent.
The summary did not specify the date of the game or provide information on future matchups for either team. Further details on player statistics, coaching decisions, or significant moments from the game were also not available based on the provided information. The SFA Lumberjacks continue their season in the Southland Conference following this victory at their home stadium.
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