(09-04-09) WEST HAVEN, Conn. - The University of New Haven's football team opens the season tomorrow against the Lincoln University (Pa.) Lions at Avon Grove High School, West Grove, Pa. For the first time since 2003 the Chargers' will have a season opener in football. The game is the first meeting between the two schools.

Scouting the Chargers
After a bye in the first week of season the Chargers open the season with two roads games this week and next Friday night at Ausumption College. The Chargers will look to gain some momentum going into their season with a solid opening effort against the Lions. The Chargers are lead by Ryan Osieski, transfer from Louisville, at quarterback this season. He leads an offence that is inexperience but talented at the skill positions and along the line. On Defense the Chargers are lead by, former Hartford Courant Defensive Player of the Year, sophomore Raheem Stanley at nose guard. He will be surrounded by a good front seven and a talented group of defensive backs.

Scouting the Lions
The Lions opened their season last weekend with a win over Cheyney University (Pa.) 41-20. The win was their first against a NCAA opponent since 1959, when they defeated Howard. Lincoln disbanded the football program following the 1960 season. Last season was their first season in football since 1960 and first as a Division II program. Lead by their defense the Lions forced five turnovers, three directly leading to touchdowns, and an explosive running game that racked up 223 yards rushing against the Wolves en route to the victory.

Follow the Game
Can't make the game? Listen live in New Haven on 88.7 FM WNHU or at www.wnhu.net. Also follow the Chargers on Twitter at www.twitter.com/unhchargers for in-game scoring updates.

Next Up
Chargers return to action next Friday, 11 September against the Ausumption College Greyhounds.

The home opener for Charger Football is Saturday September 19 against the Bentley University Falcons.

For this week's game notes, click here.