Eagles and App Renew Rivalry
The Georgia Southern football team holds a 3-5 overall record and stands 1-3 in Sun Belt play. After a 34-24 defeat to Arkansas State, the Eagles head to Boone, N.C., for a Thursday night game against Appalachian State, which currently has a 4-4 overall record and 1-3 in conference.
This contest is part of an ongoing rivalry between the Eagles and the Mountaineers, intensified by Georgia Southern's recent struggles. The team must secure wins in three of its last four games to become eligible for a bowl game.
Coach Clay Helton’s Response
“I know that Eagle Nation is disappointed and angry,” Helton said. “Any time you lose two hard-fought games that take you out of contention for a conference title, that is not who we are and that is not our standard at Georgia Southern. It is not acceptable and it never will be. To Eagle Nation, I say I am sorry. It is my job to make sure that doesn’t happen and I own that. The energy I have going forward is to improve that on the immediate front with us improving this week. The other area is big-picture wise and I will address any areas we may have with our athletic director Chris Davis and our president Kyle Marrero after the season.”
Key Facts
- Georgia Southern’s current season record: 3-5 overall, 1-3 in conference.
- Upcoming game against Appalachian State at Boone, N.C.
- Appalachian State’s record is 4-4 overall, 1-3 in Sun Belt.
- Georgia Southern requires three wins in four remaining games for bowl eligibility.
Summary: Georgia Southern faces critical games ahead as Coach Helton commits to immediate team improvement and broader evaluations post-season.
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