Sabers Break Through: Susquehanna Rallies Past Holy Cross for First Win of the Season, 21–20

By: Justin Bradley | SportzWire | October 25, 2025 | Photo courtesy Justin Focus Photography

DUNMORE — Sometimes, all it takes is one game to change everything.

On a beautiful Saturday afternoon in Dunmore, the Susquehanna Sabers flipped the script on their season, rallying late to stun Holy Cross on their Senior Day, 21–20, earning their first win of the 2025 campaign in dramatic fashion.

It was a finish full of heart and chaos, capped by a gutsy play call, a defensive stand, and a freshman who refused to flinch.

Vincent Leads the Crusaders Early

For much of the afternoon, it looked like Holy Cross would close its season with a win.

Senior running back Kevin Vincent put on another show, bulldozing through defenders on his way to 173 rushing yards and three touchdowns on 25 carries. He opened the game with a 62-yard touchdown sprint, added an 8-yard score before halftime, and finished his day with a 7-yard run in the fourth quarter that brought the Crusaders within one.

At halftime, Holy Cross led 14–6 and appeared well in control, pounding out consistent gains behind their veteran back.

Sabers Find Their Spark

The second half, though, belonged to the Sabers.

Quarterback Gabe Maby ignited the comeback midway through the third quarter with a 20-yard touchdown run, cutting the Crusaders’ lead to 14–12. On the ensuing two-point conversion, Maby rolled right and hit Mason Keyes in the end zone to tie the game at 14–14.