Michigan Tech Huskies Football to Face Hillsdale Chargers on the Road
The Michigan Tech Huskies football team (2-0) travels to Hillsdale College this Saturday to face the Hillsdale Chargers at 1 p.m. The Huskies are looking to continue their strong start to the season after impressive wins against Bemidji State and South Dakota Mines. Hillsdale is coming off a season-opening win against McKendree.
How to Watch the Huskies
Fans can follow the action live through several options. A live stream of the game and live stats will be available at Michigantechhuskies.com/live. All home and GLIAC games are streamed on FloCollege, offering access to volleyball, basketball, football, and soccer with a single subscription. Subscriptions are available monthly or annually with student discounts for GLIAC members using a .edu email address. FloCollege is accessible on iOS, Android, Apple TV, Roku, Amazon Fire, and Chromecast.
Series History
The series between Michigan Tech and Hillsdale dates back to 1980. Hillsdale holds a 19-14 advantage overall. However, the Huskies have won their last six meetings dating back to 2018 and have won by a combined 40 points in two wins under head coach Dan Mettlach. Michigan Tech has a 4-13 record at Frank "Muddy" Waters Stadium.
Scouting the Hillsdale Chargers
Hillsdale (1-0) began their season with a 22-17 road victory over McKendree. Quarterback Colin McKernan led the way, throwing for 255 yards and three touchdowns. Tutt Carrico caught the game-winning touchdown pass. The Chargers' defense sealed the victory with a late interception. Key players on defense include Ryan Niksa and Colin Morrow.
Scouting the Michigan Tech Huskies
The Huskies have started the season strong, averaging 41 points per game while limiting opponents to just 13 points. Quarterback Alex Bueno has been a key factor, passing for 358 yards and four touchdowns. Drew Collins also had a standout performance against South Dakota Mines. The Huskies defense has been equally impressive, forcing multiple turnovers and limiting opponents' running games. Chase Koch and Porter Zeeman have been defensive leaders.
Coach Mettlach's Perspective
Coach Dan Mettlach praised his team's performance through the first two games, highlighting the strong play of quarterback Alex Bueno and the contributions of senior wide receiver Ethan Champney. He also emphasized the importance of special teams and the need for continued improvement. Mettlach anticipates a challenging game against Hillsdale.
"I think the thing that stands out to me the most in the first two weeks is just the way that everybody’s playing off of each other, whether we’re talking ‘O’ (offense) and ‘D’ (defense) or the special teams being a part of it." - Dan Mettlach, Michigan Tech Head Coach
Hillsdale's Perspective and Keys to the Game
Hillsdale Head Coach Nate Shreffler emphasized the importance of resilience and veteran leadership after the win over McKendree. He highlighted the performances of quarterback Colin McKernan and receivers Andrew Konieczny and Tutt Carrico. He said the team needs to focus on its own preparation and approach to the game. Coach Shreffler acknowledged Michigan Tech is a formidable opponent, and emphasized the need to contain Alex Bueno and Ethan Champney.
Game Day Details
The game will kick off at 1 p.m. at Frank “Muddy” Waters Stadium in Hillsdale. Tickets are available through the Hillsdale College athletics website. For those unable to attend, the game will be streamed live on the Hillsdale College athletics portal at hillsdalechargers.com, with radio coverage on WCSR 99.5 FM. Note that starting in 2025-26, Chargers broadcasts will move to FloCollege, the exclusive streaming provider for the G-MAC.
Key Matchups to Watch
Hillsdale's defensive front, led by Hunter Sperling and Drake Badger, will need to contain Michigan Tech's rushing attack, spearheaded by Alex Bueno. The emergence of Tutt Carrico as a receiving threat adds another dimension to Hillsdale's offense. Michigan Tech's defense will need to limit McKernan and the Chargers' passing game.
