SCHENECTADY - Union had their football media day today.

While it did rain a little, that only made it feel more like fall.

The Dutchmen open up the season Sept. 11 at Ithaca, a game that will be one of the biggest matchups in the country I'd assume, without looking at the schedule.

"We've found that the better schedule we play, the better we perform," head coach John Audino said.

The Dutchmen were 8-3 last season and expect to contend for the Liberty League crown, which they shared with Susquehanna in 2009.

"The expectations are high, just like any year," said junior quarterback Drew Connolly.

Union is going for their 30th consecutive non-losing season of football. Their last losing season was 1980, when they finished 2-6.

Audino has never had a losing season in his 18 years in Schenectady.

"This is one of the top opportunities in the country, in terms of a job in Division III," Audino said. "We have a great school, great academics, great kids, great coaches. We're a family and we try to treat each other that way. I'm just glad to be back with the guys."