ELMIRA, N.Y. - The Elmira College flag football team hosted SUNY Geneseo on Saturday afternoon for the Empire 8 regular season finale. Despite a strong defensive effort early, the Soaring Eagles fell to the Knights, 26–8.

PLAY-BY-PLAY
Both teams opened the contest with intense defensive, limiting offensive opportunities through the early possessions. Geneseo broke through late in the first quarter, capitalizing on a sustained drive that ended in a touchdown and successful PAT to take a 7–0 lead.

Elmira responded defensively in the second quarter, forcing pressure deep in Geneseo territory that resulted in a safety, cutting the deficit to 7–2. With momentum shifting, the Soaring Eagles put together a late drive before halftime, capped by a rushing touchdown from Hannah Smith. Although the two-point PAT was unsuccessful, EC carried an 8–7 lead into the break.

Geneseo regained control early in the third quarter with a quick-strike touchdown, reclaiming the lead at 13–8. The Knights continued to build momentum with another scoring drive midway through the quarter, extending their lead to 20–8.

In the fourth quarter, Geneseo added an insurance touchdown on a sustained drive to make it 26–8. Elmira's defense battled throughout the final period, but the offense was unable to close the gap as the Knights secured the road victory.

LEADERS
Hannah Smith paced the offense, passing for 290 yards with one touchdown. Amarionah Dixon recorded 12 receptions for 126 yards followed by Kylie Hook with seven for 70 yards.

UP NEXT
The Soaring Eagles have secured a spot in the postseason with their first game on Tuesday, April 21. Opponent, location, and time to be announced.