Monday, November 10, 2025
Molloy University’s sprint football team made history, earning its first-ever win with a 16-6 victory over Cornell University at the Tanglewood Preserve on Sept. 27. The win brings Molloy’s record to 1-2 on the season.
Molloy’s strengths shone on both sides of the ball in their win over Cornell, with a dominant opening drive, a balanced offense and a strong defensive stand in the fourth quarter. The ability of the team, led by head coach Brian Hughes, to control possession, execute on both the ground and through the air, and deliver under pressure was key to the big win.
Junior Paulie Drummond led the way for Molloy, passing for 108 yards and a touchdown and running for another 106 yards and a score. Peter Von Schoenermarck caught several key passes, and the defense was led by standout performances from Ayden Das, Max Kraemer, Joseph Spano and others, according to the game statistics on MolloyLions.com.
Sprint football is a version of traditional football where players must weigh 178 pounds or less. The key difference from regular football is this weight restriction, which levels the playing field and emphasizes speed, agility and technique over size and brute strength, according to SprintFootball.com.
With smaller, faster athletes, the game is typically quicker and more dynamic, creating a fast-paced experience for players and fans alike. Sprint football follows most of the same rules as traditional football but encourages a different style of play centered on athleticism and strategy.
Molloy University began sprint football last year. They just barely lost their first game this season to St. Thomas Aquinas College with a score of 14-13, and after their big win against Cornell they lost against Army with a final score of 49-0. Their next game is on Oct. 11 at 6 p.m. against Chestnut Hill College.
Molloy Athletics competes in NCAA Division II as a member of the East Coast Conference, offering 17 varsity sports and seven club programs.
A two-time ECC Commissioner’s Cup winner, Molloy is recognized for developing well-rounded student-athletes, with success on the field, in the classroom and in the community. The Lions have won 30 conference championships, four NCAA regional titles and made 28 NCAA Tournament appearances.
Molloy also partners with organizations like Team IMPACT and Make-A-Wish, and has produced 17 Academic All-Americans.
To keep up with Molloy’s athletes, visit MolloyLions.com, follow @MolloyLions on Twitter and Instagram, or @Molloy University Athletics on Facebook.
