COLUMBIA, S.C. (November 10, 2026) – Allen University football kicker Ethan Piel has been named the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (SIAC) Special Teams Player of the Week following his outstanding performance in the Yellow Jackets' thrilling 31–28 road victory over Edward Waters University on Saturday, November 7.

Piel delivered when it mattered most in the annual AME Classic rivalry matchup. With the game tied at 28 in the fourth quarter, Piel connected on a 32-yard field goal with 7:15 remaining, giving Allen a three-point advantage that would ultimately secure the victory.

In addition to his game-winning field goal, Piel was perfect on all four extra-point attempts, accounting for seven points in the contest. His accuracy and composure under pressure proved critical as the Yellow Jackets overcame an early 20–7 deficit to secure their second consecutive AME Classic victory.

The performance highlighted Piel's importance to Allen's special teams unit throughout the 2026 season. He finished the regular season with three successful field goals and 27 made extra-point attempts, contributing 36 points to the Yellow Jackets' offense.

Piel's recognition reflects his ability to rise to the occasion and deliver in pivotal moments. His late-game heroics helped Allen retain the AME Classic trophy, which will remain in Columbia, South Carolina, for another year.

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