Catawba and Livingstone Won Football Games
Both Salisbury-based college football teams secured home victories this past weekend.
Updated on Sept. 21, 2026 in Football
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Catawba defeated Emory & Henry 24-10, while Livingstone beat Winston-Salem State 21-13. Both local programs moved their overall records to 2-2.
Why it matters
The back-to-back home victories provide significant momentum for both Salisbury programs as they look to build on .500 records. Success on the field helps both institutions solidify their standing during the competitive early portion of the season.
Catawba triumphed 24-10 in front of 2,196 fans at Shuford Stadium, while Livingstone recorded a 21-13 win before 1,350 spectators at Alumni Memorial Stadium. Mason Fortune threw for 185 yards for Catawba, and Brandon Edinburgh Jr. recorded 145 passing yards for Livingstone.
The players
Catawba College
This private liberal arts college based in Salisbury is a member of the South Atlantic Conference.
Livingstone College
This private historically black college in Salisbury is affiliated with the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church.
Mason Fortune
He is a key quarterback for the Catawba football team.
Brandon Edinburgh Jr.
He serves as a primary quarterback for the Livingstone football team.
The details
Catawba relied on a 92-yard scoring drive that spanned 8:30 and featured touchdowns from Kevon Rivera and Tareavion Mageo, alongside a 56-yard punt return from Kyle Perry. Livingstone matched that energy with a 74-yard scoring drive, including an 8-yard touchdown run by Jamol Horton and a 49-yard scoring connection from Edinburgh Jr. to Ronald Lindsey.
Timeline
The games took place on Saturday, September 19, 2026.
Livingstone plays its next game on Saturday, September 26, 2026.
Season Trajectory
These victories stabilize both teams at 2-2, providing a critical base as they move into the heart of their conference schedules. Consistent play at home positions both squads to potentially challenge for improved standings as the season progresses.
Both teams currently hold 2-2 records, which significantly improves their standing as they prepare for upcoming road tests. Players like Nick Venezia, who recorded 126 receiving yards, remain critical assets to track for performance trends in future matchups.
The takeaway
These home wins demonstrate the efficiency of the local programs' offensive drives, which proved decisive in both matchups. Maintaining this momentum on the road will be the primary challenge for both teams in the coming weeks.
What happens next
Catawba is scheduled to play at Tusculum on an upcoming date, while Livingstone will travel to face Shaw on September 26, 2026.
Further reading
For more local gridiron updates, visit the Football section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Salisbury Post.
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