Junior running back Vance Settlemire makes his way through the Mercyhurst defense (Photos courtesy of Ashland Athletics/ GoAshlandEagles.com)

Ashland University Football Assistant coaches Reggie Gamble and Dirk Dickerhoof stopped by the WRDL studios on Friday, Sept. 2nd to talk about the Eagles impressive 48-0 victory over the Mercyhurst Lakers in their season opener.  The Eagles stormed out of the gate, ending the first half leading 35-0.  Junior quarterback Travis Tarnowski led the way for AU in the first half, going 20-28 for 226 yards and three touchdowns.  The Eagles dominance continued in the second half, as the Eagles routed the Lakers, improving to 1-0 on the season.  The Eagles will begin their GLIAC schedule on Saturday, Sept. 1oth with the Wayne State Warriors.  That game will be broadcast LIVE on 88.9 WRDL, with pregame coverage starting at 6:45 pm.