Former Martin Luther King High School alum Michael Ford competed Nov. 29 in NCAA Division III Football Championship

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Nov 25, 2025
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On Saturday, Nov. 29, the Eastern Eagles, featuring former Martin Luther King High School standout Michael Ford, secured a 28-24 victory over the Franklin & Marshall Diplomats in the NCAA Division III Football Championship.

The contest, which marked the first tournament meeting between the Eastern Eagles and the Franklin & Marshall Diplomats, was played at Shadek Stadium starting at noon.

The Eastern Eagles are scheduled to play their next game on Saturday, Dec. 6, at 12 p.m. at RSR Pavilion.

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