The ECAC Bowls will be contested Saturday afternoon:
Southeast Bowl: Albright (Pa.) (6-4) at Cortland (N.Y.) (8-2), 12 p.m.
South Atlantic Bowl: Waynesburg (Pa.) (5-4) at Widener (Pa.) (8-2), 1 p.m.
Southwest Bowl: St. Vincent (Pa.) (6-4) at Lebanon Valley (Pa.) (7-3), 12 p.m.
Northeast Bowl: Alfred (N.Y.) (7-3) at Bridgewater St. (Mass.) (7-2), 12 p.m.
North Atlantic Bowl: Mount Ida (Mass.) (6-4) at Endicott (Mass.) (9-1), 1 p.m.
Northwest Bowl: Worcester St. (Mass.) (8-2) at Salve Regina (R.I.) (7-3), 12 p.m.
ECAC bowl games have always been difficult to predict. The discrepancy in team motivation is often a big factor. Some teams approach the bowls as a disappointment after missing out on the NCAA playoffs, and mail in their effort. Others, upset they missed the playoffs, play with a chip on their shoulder.
The strongest efforts tend to come from teams which are having their best season in recent years. These teams are often "just excited to be in the post season."
To a college senior, the ECAC bowls represent an opportunity to finish a career on a high note. It's one last time to put on pads and compete. One last game to play.
We wouldn't dream of trying to predict these football games. Instead we congratulate the seniors on their careers and wish them well as they graduate. Congratulations to all of the teams in the ECAC series. Being here is a testament to your work ethic.
Finish strong!
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