The No. 21-ranked Salisbury University football team will travel to Vermont State University Castleton for a crucial New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) matchup at noon on Saturday, Oct. 17, at Dave Wolk Stadium in Castleton, Vermont. The Sea Gulls enter the game with a 4-1 overall record and 1-1 in conference play, aiming to rebound from a recent setback.
Salisbury University football comes off a 26-21 loss to Rowan on Oct. 10 at Sea Gull Stadium. Salisbury led 21-14 at halftime before Rowan scored 12 unanswered points in the second half. Vermont State University Castleton, known as the Castleton Spartans, enters the matchup 2-3 overall and 0-2 in conference play after a 38-23 loss to The College of New Jersey (TCNJ).
Salisbury University Leads the Series
Salisbury University holds a 1-0 advantage in the all-time series against Vermont State University Castleton. The Sea Gulls won the first meeting 63-13 on Nov. 14, 2025, at Sea Gull Stadium. Saturday marks the second meeting between the programs, with Salisbury seeking to maintain its unbeaten series record on the road.
Key Salisbury University Football Performers
Quarterback SyRus McGowan posted 92 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 18 carries against Rowan, adding 146 passing yards. Wide receivers Dario Belizaire and Brody Strachan contributed significantly with three catches for 49 yards and four receptions for 45 yards, respectively. Defensively, Dylan Lyerly led Salisbury with 11 tackles.
Vermont State University Castleton Scouting Report
The Castleton Spartans average 20.4 points and 241.6 yards of total offense per game through five contests. Quarterback RJ Monger completed 62 of 102 attempts for 587 yards, four touchdowns, and five interceptions. Running back Ryan Freund leads the Spartans with 289 rushing yards and two touchdowns on 67 carries, averaging 72.3 yards per game. Receivers Ty Dowell (19 receptions for 295 yards, 1 TD) and Brody Tyburski (18 receptions for 172 yards, 1 TD) provide key options in the passing game.
Defensively, Castleton has recorded nine sacks and forced eight turnovers, including four interceptions. Linebacker Tyler Buxton has made 25 tackles, 6.5 tackles for loss, and two sacks, while Josh Cormier added 29 tackles and six tackles for loss. The Spartans have allowed an average of 28.2 points per game, making defensive stops and limiting explosive plays critical for Salisbury’s success on Saturday.
What Comes Next for Salisbury University
Salisbury University will return to Sea Gull Stadium for Senior Day against Montclair State University on Saturday, Oct. 24. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
No. 21-ranked Salisbury University enters the matchup with the stronger overall record and a 1-0 series advantage. The Sea Gulls will try to respond to their loss to Rowan before returning home for Senior Day against Montclair State University.
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