https://trumanbulldogs.com/rss.aspx?path=footballLatest news items for Truman State University Athleticsen-us60https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/5/27/2026-football-schedule-announced.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/5/27/2026-football-schedule-announced.aspxFootball

The Truman State Bulldogs football program has released its full schedule for the upcoming season, and fans will have plenty of reasons to make the trip out to Stokes Stadium in Kirksville. With six home games, a pair of nonconference road tests, and a loaded Great Lakes Valley Conference slate, the Bulldogs have built a schedule that will challenge them every week from late August through mid-November.]]>Football 2026 Season Release Season schedule for 2026 Football with match dates and opposing teams shown.Wed, 27 May 2026 16:37:00 CST29328https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/5/6/nine-truman-football-players-earn-spots-in-nff-hampshire-honor-society.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/5/6/nine-truman-football-players-earn-spots-in-nff-hampshire-honor-society.aspxFootball

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Nine Truman State football players have been named to the 2026 National Football Foundation Hampshire Honor Society, the NFF announced in April. Connor Baxley, Hunter Biesemeyer, Jack Butchko, Jacob Carmack, Noah Copeland, Mason Crim, Parker Erickson, Robert Goehl, and Michael Rouse all earned the honor, which recognizes college football players across all divisions who have maintained a cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher throughout their careers.]]>2026 Football Hampshire Membership Class Nine Truman Football Players Earn Spots in NFF Hampshire Honor SocietyWed, 6 May 2026 15:25:00 CST29320https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/5/4/truman-state-to-host-2026-bulldog-football-classic-golf-tournament-at-lake-forest-country-club.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/5/4/truman-state-to-host-2026-bulldog-football-classic-golf-tournament-at-lake-forest-country-club.aspxFootball

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — will once again bring together alumni, supporters, and community members for one of its premier offseason events as the 2026 Bulldog Football Classic Golf Tournament and Social returns June 21–22 in the St. Louis area. The annual tradition serves as a key fundraising and engagement opportunity for the program, combining competitive golf with meaningful connection points for those invested in Bulldog Football.]]>2026 Bulldog Football Classic golf tournament June 22nd at Lake Forest Country Club, $150 individual or $600 foursomeMon, 4 May 2026 14:41:00 CST29316https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/3/19/truman-state-football-promotes-stoneking-adds-glass-to-coaching-staff.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/3/19/truman-state-football-promotes-stoneking-adds-glass-to-coaching-staff.aspxFootball

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Truman State University head football coach Kellen Nesbitt has announced two additions to the Bulldog coaching staff. Dominic Stoneking has been promoted to Defensive Backs Coach, and Mike Glass III has been hired as Wide Receivers Coach.]]>Football Coaching Hiring 2026Thu, 19 Mar 2026 10:56:00 CST29277https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/2/4/bulldogs-football-announces-21-member-2026-signing-class.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/2/4/bulldogs-football-announces-21-member-2026-signing-class.aspxFootball

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. – Truman State University head football coach Kellen Nesbitt announced the addition of 21 student-athletes to the Bulldog football program for the 2026 season. The signing class features 18 freshmen and three transfers who bring a diverse mix of talent, experience, and academic excellence to Kirksville.]]>Wed, 4 Feb 2026 17:33:00 CST29237https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/1/6/eight-bulldogs-earn-2025-csc-academic-all-district-football-honors.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2026/1/6/eight-bulldogs-earn-2025-csc-academic-all-district-football-honors.aspxFootball

KIRKSVILLE, Mo. — Eight Truman State football student-athletes were recognized for their success both on the field and in the classroom, earning 2025 College Sports Communicators (CSC) Academic All-District honors.]]>2025 Football CSC Academic All-DistrictTue, 6 Jan 2026 12:26:00 CST29212https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/24/football-fifteen-bulldogs-earn-all-glvc-honors-nesbitt-named-glvc-coach-of-the-year.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/24/football-fifteen-bulldogs-earn-all-glvc-honors-nesbitt-named-glvc-coach-of-the-year.aspxFootball

Kirksville, Mo. — Following one of the most successful seasons in program history, Truman State Football was heavily represented on the 2025 All-GLVC Teams announced Monday afternoon, as 15 Bulldogs earned All-Conference recognition, including seven First Team selections, six on the Second Team, and two Honorable Mentions.]]>2025 Football All-GLVC TeamMon, 24 Nov 2025 15:29:00 CST29184https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/22/football-bulldogs-season-ends-in-ncaa-first-round-at-uindy-truman-completes-8-4-campaign-and-historic-return-to-the-playoffs.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/22/football-bulldogs-season-ends-in-ncaa-first-round-at-uindy-truman-completes-8-4-campaign-and-historic-return-to-the-playoffs.aspxFootball

Truman State's remarkable 2025 football season reached its conclusion on Saturday afternoon in Indianapolis, as the Bulldogs fell 57–14 to nationally ranked UIndy in the opening round of the NCAA Division II Playoffs at Key Stadium. Despite the loss, the game marked Truman's first postseason appearance since 1994, capping a resurgent 8–4 year that featured a second-place GLVC finish and numerous all-conference statistical leaders.]]>2025 NCAA PlayoffsSat, 22 Nov 2025 16:19:00 CST29183https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/16/football-bulldogs-dominate-mckendree-45-13-to-earn-first-ncaa-playoff-berth-since-1994.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/16/football-bulldogs-dominate-mckendree-45-13-to-earn-first-ncaa-playoff-berth-since-1994.aspxFootball

Truman State wrapped up the regular season with a resounding 45–13 road victory over McKendree on Saturday afternoon at Leemon Field, capping an 8–2 Division II campaign and a 7–1 GLVC slate. The Bulldogs controlled the line of scrimmage from start to finish, scored touchdowns on five of their first six possessions, and delivered the complete performance they needed to officially secure their first NCAA Division II playoff appearance in 31 years.]]>Football 11/15/25 FinalSun, 16 Nov 2025 22:01:00 CST29176https://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/9/football-bulldogs-cap-senior-day-with-35-17-win-over-william-jewell.aspxhttps://trumanbulldogs.com/news/2025/11/9/football-bulldogs-cap-senior-day-with-35-17-win-over-william-jewell.aspxFootball

Truman State sent its seniors out in style Saturday afternoon, jumping ahead early and maintaining control throughout a 35–17 victory over William Jewell at Stokes Stadium. The Bulldogs scored touchdowns on five of their first six drives, using a balanced offensive attack and a strong defensive effort to close out the regular-season home slate with a win.]]>Football 11/8/25 FinalSun, 9 Nov 2025 18:18:00 CST29169