<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><!--RSS generated by  at Sun, 26 May 2013 07:00:12 GMT--><rss version="2.0"><channel xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:wfw="http://wellformedweb.org/CommentAPI/" xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:feedburner="http://rssnamespace.org/feedburner/ext/1.0"><title>RSS - Football News Feed</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com</link><description>RSS - Football News Feed</description><copyright /><generator /><item><title>2013 Lehigh Football season tickets now on sale</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/2013_lehigh_football_season_tickets_now_on_sale.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh football season tickets are now on sale for the general public as of Friday, May 24. Earlier this month, season ticket renewal forms were sent out to those who previously held tickets, and now all Lehigh football fans have the opportunity to purchase a package that includes tickets to all five regular season home games including the 149th meeting between Lehigh and archrival Lafayette.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 24 May 2013 09:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Boyko, Spadola kick off pro careers at rookie mini-camps</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/boyko_spadola_kick_off_pro_careers_at_rookie_mini-camps.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Former Lehigh standouts Billy Boyko and Ryan Spadola took to NFL practice fields for the first time as the undrafted free agent signees participated in Rookie Mini-Camps this past weekend. Boyko was in Alameda, Calif. With the Oakland Raiders, while Spadola worked out in Florham Park, N.J. with the New York Jets.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 14 May 2013 12:56:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Barket and Spadola named to NFF Hampshire Honor Society</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/barket_and_spadola_named_to_nff_hampshire_honor_society.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh seniors Zach Barket and Ryan Spadola have been named to the 2013 National Football Foundation (NFF) and College Hall of Fame Hampshire Honor Society, it was announced on Thursday. Both Mountain Hawks are two-time Capital One Academic All-District selections and key contributors to Lehigh’s back-to-back Patriot League championship teams in 2010 and 2011.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 03 May 2013 10:05:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Former coordinator Bottiglieri returns to Lehigh to coach linebackers</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/former_coordinator_bottiglieri_returns_to_lehigh_to_coach_linebackers.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh head coach Andy Coen has announced the addition of Joe Bottiglieri to the Mountain Hawks’ coaching staff. Bottiglieri will coach Lehigh’s inside linebackers. The appointment marks a return to Lehigh for Bottiglieri, a coaching veteran with 40 years of experience, who served as the Mountain Hawks’ defensive coordinator and linebackers coach in 1998 and 1999.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 01 May 2013 16:40:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh celebrates 2012-13 school year with annual convocation</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/news/lehigh_celebrates_2012-13_school_year_with_annual_convocation.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh Athletics held its annual Convocation Program on Monday, April 29 at Baker Hall inside the Zoellner Arts Center to look back on the significant team and individual accomplishments of the past year. The event featured a highlight video, recognition of student-athlete winners of Lehigh University awards and the announcement of winners of Lehigh’s departmental awards.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:36:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Boyko, Spadola sign on with NFL teams as free agents</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/boyko_spadola_sign_on_with_nfl_teams_as_free_agents.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Two Lehigh football players will have the opportunity to continue their playing careers at the professional level after signing with NFL teams as undrafted free agents this weekend. All-America wide receiver Ryan Spadola has signed with the New York Jets while All-Patriot League linebacker Billy Boyko inked a deal with the Oakland Raiders.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 28 Apr 2013 21:44:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Defense holds off offense in Brown and White Spring Game</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/defense_hold_off_offense_in_brown_and_white_spring_game.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football team completed its spring practice segment with the annual Brown and White game, held on a sunny but breezy Saturday morning inside Goodman Stadium. With a modified scoring system in place, the Brown team (defense) defeated the White (offense) 46-37. Both units had strong moments as the defense intercepted three passes, while the offense put the ball in the end zone on two occasions.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 20 Apr 2013 17:15:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh to cap spring season with Brown and White game Saturday</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_to_cap_spring_season_with_brown_and_white_game_saturday.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football team will close out its 2013 spring practice segment on Saturday, April 20 with the annual Brown and White Spring Game, held inside Goodman Stadium. The event, which begins at 10 a.m., will once again feature a modified scoring system pitting the Lehigh offense versus the defense. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 16:28:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spend your Saturday on Lehigh's Goodman Campus!</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/news/spend_your_saturday_on_lehighs_goodman_campus.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[On Saturday April 20, Lehigh University’s Goodman Campus will be buzzing with all sorts of events. The Goodman Campus attracts thousands of visitors during the spring season, as the campus embraces a family friendly atmosphere. The centralized parking lot allows for easy access to all of the athletic facilities. April 20th is just one Saturday of the spring season where your family can enjoy the beautiful landscape that Goodman Campus has to offer. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 18 Apr 2013 14:46:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh to host bone marrow testing drive on Wednesday April 17</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_to_host_bone_marrow_testing_drive_on_wednesday_april_17.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[For the fifth consecutive year, the Lehigh football program will host a bone marrow testing drive on Wednesday, April 17, inside Lamberton Hall from 11 a.m. until 5 p.m. Lehigh is one of 35 college football programs from around the nation participating in the event this year, which is spearheaded by Villanova head coach Andy Talley. The event is free of charge and targets potential donors from ages 18 to 44.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2013 13:44:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Coen announces changes to remaining spring practice schedule</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/coen_announces_changes_to_remaining_spring_practice_schedule.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[As the Lehigh football approaches the end of the third week of its spring practice segment, head coach Andy Coen has announced several changes to the Mountain Hawks practice schedule over the next nine days. Thursday was slated to be the tenth of Lehigh’s 15 allotted practice segments, but due to the threat of inclement weather, the Mountain Hawks will instead practice Friday at 4:30 p.m.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 11 Apr 2013 09:22:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>2013 Lehigh Football Spring Prospectus</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/2013_lehigh_football_spring_prospectus.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football program enjoyed another outstanding season in 2012. The Mountain Hawks posted their third consecutive ten win season, finishing at 10-1. Lehigh won its first nine games, and ran its regular season winning streak to an FCS-best 18 straight. A home loss to Colgate cost the Mountain Hawks their third straight Patriot League title, but Lehigh rebounded the next week to defeat arch rival Lafayette 38-21 in Easton, for its fifth consecutive win over the Leopards. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Apr 2013 15:44:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Hungry Mountain Hawks to begin spring practice Friday</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/hungry_mountain_hawks_to_begin_spring_practice_friday.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football program returns to the field for the start of their spring practice segment on Friday, eager to get back to work following the disappointment that came with being denied a playoff berth despite a 10-1 overall record. The Mountain Hawks are 31-6 over the last three seasons, with three-straight ten-plus win campaigns, but after being left out of the postseason party last year, the Mountain Hawks are hungry to get back to work in preparation for the 2013 season.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 22 Mar 2013 00:36:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Eagles to hold 2013 training camp in Philadelphia</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/eagles_to_hold_2013_training_camp_in_philadelphia.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[After holding training camp at Lehigh University for the last 17 seasons, the Philadelphia Eagles announced Friday that the team will hold its 2013 training camp at the NovaCare Complex in Philadelphia. The NovaCare Complex serves as the year-round training site for the Eagles organization.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 15 Mar 2013 12:58:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Coen adds Mark Surma to football coaching staff</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/coen_adds_mark_surma_to_football_coaching_staff.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh head coach Andy Coen has announced the addition of Mark Surma to the Mountain Hawks’ coaching staff. Surma spent the last six seasons at Franklin & Marshall College, the first four as a student-athlete and the last two as an assistant coach. He will serve as the Assistant Defensive Backs coach for the Mountain Hawks.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 13 Mar 2013 09:13:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh announces 2013 football schedule</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_announces_2013_football_schedule.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[On the heels of the program’s third straight ten-win season, Lehigh head coach Andy Coen announced the Mountain Hawks 2013 football schedule on Tuesday. The 11-game slate features five games at picturesque Goodman Stadium, including a visit from perennial playoff team New Hampshire, and the 149th meeting of the Lehigh-Lafayette rivalry. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 12 Mar 2013 08:47:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Spadola has strong showing at NFL Scouting Combine</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/spadola_has_strong_showing_at_nfl_scouting_combine.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh wide receiver Ryan Spadola had the opportunity to showcase his talents for all 32 NFL teams as he participated in the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. The record-setting Mountain Hawk standout arrived in Indianapolis on Thursday and enjoyed a strong showing in his on-field workouts on Sunday.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 25 Feb 2013 13:50:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh looks back on 2012 season at annual football banquet</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_looks_back_on_2012_season_at_annual_football_banquet.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The 2012 Lehigh football banquet was held Saturday, February 17th at Lehigh’s Iacocca Hall on the Mountaintop Campus. The Mountain Hawks looked back on their 2012 season in which Lehigh’s 10-1 record marked their third straight ten-win season and the tenth ten-win season in school history.  ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:51:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Coen Welcomes 20 in Lehigh Football Class of 2017</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/coen_welcomes_20_in_lehigh_football_class_of_2017.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh head coach Andy Coen has announced the addition of 20 student-athletes who will join the Mountain Hawks’ football program as the Class of 2017. Members of the incoming class hail from ten different states and encompass almost every position group. This is also the first class in which scholar-athlete aid was made available following a decision by the Patriot League’s Council of Presidents last year.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 06 Feb 2013 14:51:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Spadola to showcase talents in All-Star game Saturday</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/spadola_to_showcase_talents_in_all-star_game_saturday.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Later this month, Lehigh All-American wide receiver Ryan Spadola will look to impress National Football League scouts when he participates in the NFL Scouting Combine in Indianapolis. Spadola will have another opportunity to showcase his talents on Saturday when he will participate in the Texas vs. The Nation All-Star Game in Allen, Texas.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 01 Feb 2013 09:02:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh football places 24 on Patriot League Academic Honor Roll</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_football_places_24_on_patriot_league_academic_honor_roll.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football team placed 25 student-athletes on the Patriot League Academic Honor Roll, announced Tuesday. Among Lehigh’s 25 honorees were Capital One Academic All-American Zach Barket and five of the Mountain Hawks’ All-Patriot League selections.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 29 Jan 2013 14:07:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Spadola preparing in Florida for upcoming NFL Scouting Combine</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/spadola_preparing_in_florida_for_upcoming_nfl_scouting_combine.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Wide receiver Ryan Spadola has enjoyed one of the finest careers of any wide receiver in Lehigh football history. His career in the brown and white concluded with 232 receptions for 3,611 yards, good for second in school annals. A two-time All-American and three-time first team All-Patriot League selection, Spadola was recently invited to the NFL Scouting Combine, February 20-26 in Indianapolis.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 18 Jan 2013 09:01:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh football finishes ranked in top 16 for third consecutive season</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_football_finishes_ranked_in_top_16_for_third_consecutive_season.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[For the third consecutive season, the Lehigh football team has ended the season ranked in both major Division I Football Championship Subdivision polls, both of which were announced Monday. The Mountain Hawks finished the 2012 season ranked 14th in the FCS Coaches Poll and 16th in the Sports Network FCS Top 25. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 07 Jan 2013 15:13:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Barket repeats as member of FCS ADA Academic All-Star team</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/barket_repeats_as_member_of_fcs_ada_academic_all-star_team.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh senior running back Zach Barket has been named to the 15th annual Football Championship Subdivision Athletics Directors Association Academic All-Star Team, it was announced on Thursday. Barket is one of 54 student-athletes from across the country selected to the team, and one of five representatives from the Patriot League. He appears on the FCS ADA Academic All-Star Team for the second straight season.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 03 Jan 2013 14:55:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Trio of Lehigh seniors named ECAC All-Stars</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/trio_of_lehigh_seniors_named_ecac_all-stars.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Three Lehigh football players were named to the ECAC Football Championship Subdivision All-Star team announced Monday evening. A trio of seniors: offensive lineman Mike Vuono, nose guard Sajjad Chagani and linebacker Billy Boyko were named to the team on the heels of Lehigh’s third consecutive ten win season.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 18 Dec 2012 09:26:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Barket named to Capital One Academic All-America second team</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/barket_named_second_team_capital_one_academic_all-america.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh senior running back Zach Barket has been named to the Capital One Academic All-America Division I Football second team, it was announced Thursday. A four-year letter winner, Barket let the Mountain Hawks in rushing in each of the last two seasons, and is also one of Lehigh’s top performers in the classroom.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 06 Dec 2012 11:13:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh tied for second in initial Presidents' Cup standings</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/news/lehigh_tied_for_second_in_initial_presidents_cup_standings.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Patriot League announced its initial Presidents’ Cup standings on Tuesday with Lehigh tied for second overall at the completion of the fall season. Lehigh checks in with 32 points and tops the men’s overall standings with 16 points. The Mountain Hawk women are tied for fifth place with 16 points.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 27 Nov 2012 14:15:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Seniors Barket and Spadola named to Academic All-League team</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/seniors_barket_and_spadola_named_to_academic_all-league_team.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Two weeks after both players were named to the Capital One Academic All-District II football teams for the second straight year, Lehigh seniors Zach Barket and Ryan Spadola were named to the Academic All-Patriot League team, announced Monday. Both Mountain Hawk offensive standouts were selected to the team for the second consecutive season.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 15:15:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Mountain Hawks place 11 on All-Patriot League football teams</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/mountain_hawks_place_11_on_all-patriot_league_football_teams.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football team is well represented as the Patriot League announced its All-League teams and major award winners on Tuesday. The Mountain Hawks placed 11 student-athletes on the All-Patriot League teams, including seven who gained first team recognition. Lehigh’s 11 selections tied Fordham for most in the league.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 20 Nov 2012 11:05:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Seniors Colvin, Loughery honored for performance in rivalry win</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/seniors_colvin_loughery_honored_for_performance_in_rivalry_win.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Following a 38-21 Lehigh victory over Lafayette in what became the final game of the Mountain Hawks 2012 season, two seniors were honored by the Patriot League for their strong performances Saturday. Quarterback Mike Colvin was named the league’s Offensive Player of the Week while linebacker Sam Loughery earned Defensive Player of the Week laurels.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 19 Nov 2012 13:19:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>10-1 Mountain Hawks denied at-large playoff berth</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/10-1_mountain_hawks_denied_at-large_playoff_berth.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description /><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sun, 18 Nov 2012 14:57:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>150th Lehigh-Lafayette game to be played at historic Yankee Stadium</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/150th_lehigh-lafayette_game_to_be_played_at_historic_yankee_stadium.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[One of the world’s most famous athletic venues will host the 150th meeting of “The Rivalry,” as the Lehigh University Mountain Hawks will battle the Lafayette College Leopards at Yankee Stadium in New York on Nov. 22, 2014. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 17 Nov 2012 19:51:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh charges back for 38-21 win over Lafayette</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_charges_back_for_38-21_win_over_lafayette.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Trailing 21-10 after the first quarter, the Lehigh football team charged back with a vengeance, downing Lafayette 38-21 Saturday in the 148th meeting between the two schools. It marked the Mountain Hawks’ fifth straight win over the Leopards as they improve to 10-1, their third straight double-digit win season. Senior Mike Colvin was named the game’s MVP, finishing with five touchdowns (four through the air) while passing for a career high-tying 362 yards and rushing for 82 more.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 17 Nov 2012 14:57:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Broadcast information for the 148th meeting of Lehigh-Lafayette</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/broadcast_information_for_the_148th_meeting_of_lehigh-lafayette.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[With the 148th meeting of college football’s most-played rivalry set to kick off Saturday afternoon at Fisher Stadium in Easton, fans interested in following the action can catch the game through a number of broadcast outlets:]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 16 Nov 2012 09:46:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh seeks fifth straight win over Lafayette Saturday in 148th meeting</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_seeks_fifth_straight_win_over_lafayette_saturday_in_148th_meeting.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The 148th edition of college football’s most played rivalry will take place Saturday at Fisher Stadium as No. 12/14 Lehigh battles Lafayette. The Mountain Hawks will be looking to bounce back last week’s tough 35-24 setback to Colgate. Lehigh led 24-14 at halftime but was kept off the scoreboard in the second half as the Mountain Hawks suffered their first loss of the season. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 13 Nov 2012 10:32:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Colgate deals No. 5/8 Lehigh first loss with 35-24 comeback win</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/colgate_deals_no_58_lehigh_first_loss_with_35-24_comeback_win.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[No. 5/8 Lehigh raced out to a ten point halftime advantage, but Colgate rallied to outscore the Mountain Hawks 21-0 in the second half as the Raiders captured the Patriot League championship and automatic berth into the FCS playoffs with a 35-24 win Saturday at Goodman Stadium. Raider quarterback Gavin McCarney rushed for three touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with 9:14 to play as Colgate handed Lehigh its first loss of the season.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 10 Nov 2012 16:28:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>Barket, Spadola once again named to Academic All-District team</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/barket_spadola_once_again_named_to_academic_all-district_team.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[As the Lehigh football team prepares to play for a third straight Patriot League title on Saturday, two Mountain Hawks were recognized for their success in the classroom on Thursday as seniors Zach Barket and Ryan Spadola were named to the Capital One Academic All-District II Football team. The honor is voted on by members of the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) whose schools are in the region.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:21:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>League title, playoff berth at stake as No. 5/8 Lehigh hosts Colgate</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/league_title_playoff_berth_at_stake_as_no_58_lehigh_hosts_colgate.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Patriot League’s automatic berth in the NCAA FCS Playoffs is on the line Saturday at Goodman Stadium as No. 5/8 Lehigh welcomes the Colgate Raiders and their high-powered offense. The Mountain Hawks moved to 9-0 on the season after erasing a 12-point fourth quarter deficit to hold off Holy Cross 36-35 last weekend. Lehigh is looking to win its third consecutive league title and league-best 11th overall. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 06 Nov 2012 10:21:00 EST</pubDate></item><item><title>No. 6/8 Lehigh outlasts Holy Cross 36-35 to set up title showdown</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/no_68_lehigh_outlasts_holy_cross_36-35_to_set_up_title_showdown.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football team has made a habit of winning exciting, back-and-forth games in 2012 and Saturday at Holy Cross was no different. The No. 6/8 Mountain Hawks trailed by 12 points after three quarters but rallied to defeat the Crusaders 36-35 at Fitton Field. Senior Ryan Spadola returned to the Lehigh lineup with two touchdown catches, including the go-ahead score with two minutes to play. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 03 Nov 2012 15:30:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh Athletics update on competitions through Sunday November 4</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/news/lehigh_athletics_update_on_compeitions_through_sunday_november_4.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh Valley has been one of the areas in Pennsylvania hardest hit by the effects of Hurricane Sandy. The following is an update from Lehigh Athletics on the status of its scheduled competitions (both home and away) for this week and weekend.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 15:46:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Back to work after bye, No. 6/8 Lehigh visits Holy Cross</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/back_to_work_after_bye_no_68_lehigh_visits_holy_cross.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Fresh off its bye week, No. 6/8 Lehigh heads to Worcester, Massachusetts to face the Holy Cross Crusaders Saturday at Fitton Field. Prior to the bye the Mountain Hawks capitalized on four blocked kicks to defeat Bucknell 42-19 on October 20 to move to 8-0 on the season. The lone undefeated team in the FCS, Lehigh has won its last 17 regular season games overall and its last 17 games against Patriot League opponents. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Wed, 31 Oct 2012 10:02:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lambert garners league and national honors for special teams efforts</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lambert_garners_league_and_national_honors_for_special_teams_efforts.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football team tied a Patriot League record with four blocked kicks in its win over Bucknell Saturday at Goodman Stadium. Freshman Laquan Lambert accounted for two of the blocks and on Monday, he was recognized as both the league’s Special Teams Player of the Week and the Sports Network’s National Special Teams Player of the Week.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 22 Oct 2012 12:32:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Mountain Hawks pull away late to defeat Bucknell, 42-19</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/mountain_hawks_pull_away_late_to_defeat_bucknell_42-19.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The No. 7/9 Lehigh football team opened a 21-6 lead then erased any doubt with 21 unanswered points to close the game as the Mountain Hawks remained undefeated with a 42-19 win over Bucknell Saturday on Homecoming at Goodman Stadium. Senior Mike Colvin finished 20-of-32 with 298 yards and five total touchdowns (three passing, two rushing) while the defense stood tall in forcing 11 Bison punts.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 20 Oct 2012 15:47:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>No. 7/9 Lehigh welcomes Bucknell Saturday in Homecoming clash</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/no_79_lehigh_welcomes_bucknell_saturday_in_homecoming_clash.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[One of four undefeated teams remaining in the FCS, No. 7/9 Lehigh returns to Goodman Stadium Saturday to host the Bucknell Bison on Homecoming. The Mountain Hawks moved to 7-0 last weekend, overcoming seven turnovers in a 17-14 win over Georgetown in Washington, D.C. Senior Zach Barket rushed for a season-high 123 yards and a touchdown, while kicker Jake Peery booted a go-ahead 29-yard field goal early in the fourth quarter. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 16 Oct 2012 11:55:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>No. 10 Lehigh overcomes turnovers to hold off Georgetown 17-14</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/no_10_lehigh_overcomes_turnovers_to_hold_off_georgetown_17-14.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The tenth-ranked Lehigh football team overcame seven turnovers to earn their seventh consecutive victory to open the season as the Mountain Hawks held off Georgetown 17-14 Saturday at Multi-Sport field.  After senior Jake Peery gave Lehigh the lead with a 29-yard field goal with 10:58 left, Matt MacZura missed a game-tying 37 yard attempt in the final seconds.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 13 Oct 2012 16:18:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ryan James to receive NFF High School Scholar-Athlete award</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/ryan_james_to_receive_nff_high_school_scholar-athlete_award.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh freshman Ryan James has been named one of five football players nationally to be recognized as a 2012 NFF (National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame) National High School Scholar-Athlete. The five recipients were selected as the best scholar-athlete from their region of the country at the high school level.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Fri, 12 Oct 2012 11:45:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Mountain Hawks head to D.C. to battle Georgetown Saturday</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/mountain_hawks_head_to_dc_to_battle_georgetown_saturday.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Winners of its first six games this season, tenth-ranked Lehigh heads to Washington D.C. to face the Georgetown Hoyas in the first official Patriot League game for both teams, Saturday at Multi-Sport Field. Both Lehigh and Georgetown opened league play against Fordham, with the Mountain Hawks winning 34-31 two weeks ago, and the Hoyas falling to the Rams 38-31 last weekend in the Bronx. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 09 Oct 2012 12:30:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Colvin, Robb honored by league; Lehigh now ranked tenth</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/colvin_robb_honored_by_league_lehigh_now_ranked_tenth.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[After posting its sixth straight victory to open the season, the Lehigh football team saw two student-athletes garner Patriot League weekly awards Monday. Senior quarterback Mike Colvin was named Offensive Player of the Week, while freshman linebacker Noah Robb was recognized as Rookie of the Week. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Mon, 08 Oct 2012 14:02:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>No. 10/11 Mountain Hawks roll past Columbia, 35-14</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/no_1011_mountain_hawks_roll_past_columbia_35-14.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[The Lehigh football team took an early 14-0 lead and didn’t look back as the Mountain Hawks improved to 6-0 behind a convincing 35-14 win over Columbia on Saturday. Senior Mike Colvin impressed, going 29-of-38 with four touchdowns while rushing for a score as well. Junior Sergio Fernandez-Soto had a career day with eight catches for 120 yards and a touchdown.]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 06 Oct 2012 14:33:00 EDT</pubDate></item><item><title>Lehigh and Columbia set to battle for first time since 1999</title><link>http://www.lehighsports.com/sports/football/lehigh_and_columbia_set_to_battle_for_first_time_since_1999.aspx?isRSS=1</link><description><![CDATA[Lehigh closes out the non-league portion of its schedule Saturday afternoon as the Mountain Hawks welcome Columbia to Goodman Stadium for the first meeting between the schools in football in 13 years. The No. 10/11 Mountain Hawks improved to 5-0 on the season as Jake Peery’s 22-yard field goal as time expired propelled Lehigh to a 34-31 win over Fordham last weekend. ]]></description><dc:creator>Lehigh University Athletics</dc:creator><pubDate>Tue, 02 Oct 2012 13:00:00 EDT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>