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Author: Rick Pettine

Rick Pettine is an experienced sports, music, nature, and events photographer from the Philadelphia region. He covers Philly and the surrounding tri-state area, including Chester, Montgomery, and Delaware counties. He also serves as the Sports Director & Chief Photographer for "Independent Philly"

Eagles can’t hold off Rams, fall to 2-2

[ Photography & Story by Rick Pettine ] October 4, 2026 – Philadelphia — The Los Angeles Rams mounted an impressive fourth-quarter comeback to defeat the Philadelphia Eagles 24-20 in front of a rowdy rain-soaked fan base, including NASA astronaut Christina Koch. The Eagles controlled the first half behind quarterback Jalen Hurts (1), who threw two touchdown […]

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Villanova edged out by Morgan State, 38-35

[ Photography & Story by Rick Pettine ] October 3, 2026 – Villanova, PA — The Morgan State Bears pulled off a stunning 38–35 upset victory against the Villanova Wildcats at Villanova. Quarterback Cameron Edge (5) struck first for the Bears with a 5-yard touchdown run, which Villanova quickly answered with a 2-yard scoring plunge from running […]

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Colgate upsets Villanova during Homecoming Weekend

[ Photos & story by Rick Pettine ] September 26, 2026 – Villanova, PA — The Colgate Raiders surprised the FCS world with a 28-21 upset victory over the #23 Villanova Wildcats on Nova’s homecoming Family Weekend. Colgate QB Jake Stearney (#15) orchestrated the upset by throwing for 158 yards and three touchdowns. He connected with wide […]

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Army outfights Temple in a close battle at the Linc

[Photography & Story by Rick Pettine ] September 25, 2026 – Philadelphia, PA — The Army Black Knights edged past the Temple Owls 21-17 securing their fifth straight win in the series.  Army quarterback Cale Hellums (#3) powered the victory with a standout performance, rushing for 104 yards and three touchdowns on 22 carries. The Black Knights […]

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Temple Owls beat Rhode Island Rams in season opener

[ Photography & Story by Rick Pettine ] The Temple Owls football team kicked off their 2026 season with a commanding 38-14 victory over the Rhode Island Rams. The Owls dominated on the ground, powered by running back Keveun Mason, who logged a career day with 158 rushing yards and two touchdowns. Under a dual-quarterback system rotating […]

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