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Unbeaten Johns Hopkins Football Faces Franklin & Marshall Showdown

11/16/2025

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Summary

Story summary

Johns Hopkins University football team, ranked third nationally, is 9-0 and will face #25 Franklin & Marshall College.
This marks the first time in Centennial Conference history both teams are unbeaten in league play at season's end.
Johns Hopkins University has dominated opponents, including a 42-0 victory over McDaniel.
Johns Hopkins women's soccer defeated St. John Fisher 2-0 in the NCAA Tournament, their first home tournament game since 2019.

History

Historical Context

Established in 1981, the Centennial Conference began as a football-only league and expanded to include all sports in 1992. With 11 member institutions, including Johns Hopkins University and Franklin & Marshall College, the conference has fostered competitive athletics. In 2023, both teams achieved a historic 9-0 record, reflecting the growing competitiveness in NCAA Division III sports and enhancing regional rivalries.

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Story summary

Johns Hopkins University football team, ranked third nationally, is 9-0 and will face #25 Franklin & Marshall College.
This marks the first time in Centennial Conference history both teams are unbeaten in league play at season's end.
Johns Hopkins University has dominated opponents, including a 42-0 victory over McDaniel.
Johns Hopkins women's soccer defeated St. John Fisher 2-0 in the NCAA Tournament, their first home tournament game since 2019.

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