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UW-River Falls Claims First DIII Football Title in Stunning Comeback

1/5/2026

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The University of Wisconsin-River Falls won its first Division III Football National Championship by defeating North Central College 24-14 on January 4, 2026, finishing the season 14-1.
Kaleb Blaha, the quarterback for the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and Gagliardi Trophy winner, threw for one touchdown and rushed for two.
The Falcons overcame a 14-3 deficit and halted North Central College's 29-game winning streak.
Head coach Matt Walker emphasized the team's resilience and commitment.

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The University of Wisconsin-River Falls won its first Division III Football National Championship by defeating North Central College 24-14 on January 4, 2026, finishing the season 14-1.
Kaleb Blaha, the quarterback for the University of Wisconsin-River Falls and Gagliardi Trophy winner, threw for one touchdown and rushed for two.
The Falcons overcame a 14-3 deficit and halted North Central College's 29-game winning streak.
Head coach Matt Walker emphasized the team's resilience and commitment.