Football at Briar Cliff to Start at 5:00 PM

ORANGE CITY, Iowa - Today's football game at Briar Cliff will kick of at 5:00 p.m. in Sioux City.

Statement from Vice President for Athletics Tony Hoops:
"This morning, while en route to our football game at Briar Cliff, one of our team buses was involved in a single vehicle accident. Some members of the team sustained minor injuries and are currently receiving medical attention and care at a local hospital.

Following discussions with GPAC Commissioner Westra, Briar Cliff and Northwestern College administration and medical personnel, it has been decided to move today's kickoff to 5:00 PM.

Our primary concern at this time is the health and well-being of our student-athletes, staff, and all those involved. We ask for your continued thoughts and prayers for everyone affected.

Further updates will be provided as they become available."

This story was updated at 1:30 p.m. to include new details.

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