DUBUQUE, Iowa — November 8, 2026 — Buena Vista University beat Loras College 24-17 on Saturday at the Rock Bowl in Dubuque, spoiling the Duhawks’ Senior Day.

The game was the 51st all-time meeting between the two schools, with Loras holding a 26-24 advantage in the series dating back to October 5, 1929.

Loras entered the game 2-6 overall and 0-5 in the American Rivers Conference. Buena Vista came in 1-7 overall and 0-5 in conference play, averaging 17.4 points and 301.9 yards of total offense per game.

The Duhawks’ offense this season has been led by running back Jeremy Pittman, who entered Saturday with 620 rushing yards and five touchdowns, and receiver Brock Couch, who had a team-high five touchdown catches.

The loss drops Loras to 2-7 overall and 0-6 in the conference. Buena Vista improves to 2-7 overall and 1-5 in conference play.

Loras closes its season on the road in Dubuque rivalry games, traveling to the University of Dubuque on Saturday, November 14, 2026.

A detailed scoring summary for Saturday’s game was not available in the sources checked for this article.