WILKES-BARRE, PA (October 24, 2026) -- The King's College football team returns to the road on Saturday afternoon, traveling to FDU-Florham for a Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) matchup with the Devils. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 p.m. at Robert T. Shields Field. The Monarchs enter the contest following a 21-10 victory over Lebanon Valley College in which they controlled possession for more than 41 minutes and limited the Flying Dutchmen to just three second-half points. FDU-Florham comes into Saturday's matchup after a 28-7 road loss at Misericordia University, with the Devils scoring their lone touchdown in the fourth quarter.
 
Event Details:
Opponent: FDU-Florham (0-6, 0-5 MAC)
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 12:00 p.m.
Location: Madison, N.J. - Robert T. Shields Field
Tickets: $13.50 for Adults, $9 for Seniors, Faculty/Staff and Children  (Purchase Tickets)
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Things to Know:
King's vs. FDU-Florham Game Notes
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The Coaches: Mike Cebrosky is in his 17th season as a member of the King's football coaching staff and his third season as head coach of the Monarchs. Through his first two years at the helm, Cebrosky has guided King's to a 15-7 overall record and a 14-4 mark in Middle Atlantic Conference (MAC) play, highlighted by the program's first outright MAC championship and an appearance in the NCAA Division III Football Championships in 2024. During his tenure as head coach, the Monarchs have produced 27 All-MAC selections, eight D3football.com All-Region honorees, and one D3football.com All-American. Cebrosky was named the 2024 MAC Coach of the Year after leading King's to a 10-2 overall record, a perfect 9-0 conference mark, and the longest winning streak in program history. Anthony Van Curen is in his fifth season as head coach of the Devils after being named the sixth head coach in program history in 2022. During his tenure, Van Curen has guided FDU-Florham to a 17-24 overall record and a 2024 MAC Centennial Bowl Championship while overseeing the development of one All-American, two All-Region selections, and 34 All-MAC honorees. A longtime member of the Devils' coaching staff, Van Curen previously served as defensive line coach, defensive coordinator, recruiting coordinator, and interim head coach across two stints with the program. He also spent three seasons at Rutgers University in a variety of defensive and player development roles. A former student-athlete at St. John Fisher College, Van Curen helped the Cardinals reach the NCAA Division III Quarterfinals in 2011 before beginning his coaching career.
 
 
Looking at FDU-Florham: The Devils enter Saturday's matchup still searching for their first win of the season after opening 2026 with six consecutive losses. Most recently, FDU-Florham dropped a 28-7 decision at Misericordia on October 17. Through six games, the Devils have averaged 244.2 yards of total offense per contest, including 215.3 passing yards per game. Junior quarterback Nazir Smith has completed 76-of-141 passes for 843 yards and three touchdowns, while graduate student Nahjee Adams leads the rushing attack with 184 yards and two scores. In the receiving game, Jarelle Taylor paces the team with 22 receptions for 277 yards and a touchdown, while Brian Dunleavy, Adams, Keon Ebanks, and Sabri Melvin have all surpassed 150 receiving yards. Defensively, FDU-Florham is allowing 359.2 yards per game and has totaled six interceptions, including four by sophomore safety Travis Petrone. Aidan Owen leads the team with 40 tackles, while AJ Kuc tops the Devils with three sacks. On special teams, George Karr is 2-for-4 on field goal attempts and Julian Matera has pinned 10 of his 34 punts inside the opponent's 20-yard line.
 
Road Threads: The Monarchs will hit the turf at Robert T. Shields Field sporting white jerseys with gold pants along with their traditional gold helmets.
  
Single Digit Tough: The Monarchs award single digits, and now double digits to offensive linemen, based on merit and leadership and are retained throughout their time at King's.  The 2026 roster returned four single-digit members from 2025 in Xander Murray, Michael Richino, James Mangine and Kaleb Beers and have added one so far in 2026. The Monarchs now have five Single Digit Tough players: Xander Murray (0), Nick Hoffman (7), Michael Richino (8), James Mangine (9) and Kaleb Beers (55).
 
 
A Look at the Monarchs:

• The Monarchs have reached the postseason in three of the last four seasons and look to continue that trend in 2026.
• King's returns a trio of All-MAC honorees from 2025 while looking to replace First Team running back Brennan Robinson and wide receiver Jayon Hailey along with Honorable Mention Zach Hulsizer.
• The staff stands at 13 members, including six alumni in Ben Bakanas, Matt Blakemore, Mike Karycinski, Sean Lavine, Brendan Mozeleski and Brennan Robinson.
• King's was predicted sixth in the MAC Preseason Poll, just four points behind Lebanon Valley and Stevenson who are tied for fourth.
• The Monarchs are averaging 334.8 yards of total offense per game while controlling possession for 32:53 per contest through five games.
• Quarterback Jaelin Mims has completed 88-of-150 passes for 961 yards and 10 touchdowns this season.
• Reynaldo Carter leads the Monarch rushing attack with 388 yards on 72 carries while averaging 97.0 rushing yards per game.
• Kival Clarke leads King's with 20 receptions for 267 yards and three touchdowns through five contests.
• Devin Duana ranks second on the team with 24 catches for 257 yards and two touchdowns this season.
• The veteran offensive line features returning standouts Yasim Collins, Terrell Wood, Kaleb Beers, Kyle Cunningham and Kyle VanConia.
• The Monarch defense has forced five turnovers this season, including four interceptions and a fumble recovery.
• Xander Murray leads the Monarch defense with 33 tackles, 6.0 tackles for loss and 3.0 sacks through five games.
• Jacob Mullery ranks second on the team with 31 tackles while adding a sack and three pass breakups.
• Connor Hughes and Will Mecca are tied for the team lead with two interceptions apiece this season.

 
Up Next: The Monarchs return home next Saturday to host MAC foe Delaware Valley on Halloween. Fans are encouraged to dress up in their best costume for the Halloween Costume Contest. Kickoff against the Aggies is slated for 1:00 p.m.