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Tough Start For MMA Football
SUNY-Maritime came to Castine Saturday afternoon and spoiled Maine Maritime Academy's opening day, beating the Mainers 36-8.
The Privateers scored three touchdowns and a field goal to lead 22-0 at the half.
After neither team could score in the third quarter, SUNY added another touchdown to lead 29-0.
That's when the Mariners scored their only TD, a Bailey Sawyer to Cole McDaniel 69-yard pass play.
The Privateers scored the last TD of the day to make the final score 36-8.
MMA's sophomore QB Bailey Sawyer was 9-for-24, 189 yards with a TD and an interception.
But SUNY outgained the Mainers in total offense, 444 to 298.
MMA plays in the 46th Admiral's Cup game at Mass Maritime next week.
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