Box Score SOUTHFIELD, Mich. - In their season opener on September 6, 2025, the Lawrence Tech University Blue Devils, led by head coach Oscar Olejniczak in his debut game, faced off against Marian (IN) Knights in Southfield, Michigan. Despite a valiant effort, the Blue Devils were downed with a final score of Marian 35-21 Lawrence Tech.

Marian Knights took an early lead, but the Blue Devils responded, showcasing tenacity through the first half, which concluded with Marian leading 14-7. The highlight of the first half for Lawrence Tech was Ryan Schuster's energetic drive into the end zone with a 5-yard rushing touchdown in the second quarter.

In the third quarter, the Blue Devils demonstrated resilience, briefly animating the home crowd's hopes. Brandon Kedrow significantly shifted momentum with a fumble recovery resulting in a touchdown, proving key in keeping the Blue Devils competitive.

However, the day belonged to Marian's Keagan La Belle, who consistently pierced the Blue Devils' defenses, notably securing multiple touchdowns to anchor the Knights' position. The individual efforts for Lawrence Tech were notable, with Tray'Vion Hunter and Ze'Veon McDonald contributing heavily on the defensive side, posting 6 and 5 tackles respectively. Ryan Schuster was also commendable with a total of 57 rushing yards, 126 passing yards, accounting for both a rushing and a passing touchdown.

Looking ahead, the Blue Devils aim to rectify their start to the season on September 13, 2025, when they host the University of Saint Francis from Indiana at Southfield, MI, seeking to balance their record after this initial defeat.