Hartwick College's Billy O'Connor Named Empire 8 Football Co-Defensive Player of the Week

Billy O'Connor '29 of Ballston Spa, N.Y., earned the Empire 8 Football Co-Defensive Player of the Week honor on Sept. 14, 2026. O'Connor turned in a standout defensive performance in Hartwick's 47-13 win over Buffalo State on Saturday, finishing with nine total tackles, including eight solo stops. He also recorded 4.5 tackles for loss, including three sacks for 20 yards, and forced a fumble.

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