Army football closed out its season with authority on Saturday, delivering a commanding 41-16 win over UConn in the Fenway Bowl. The Black Knights didn’t just win-they imposed their will, finishing the year at 7-6 and sending a clear message about the direction of the program under Jeff Monken.
From the opening whistle, Army controlled the tempo, executing their game plan with the kind of discipline and physicality that’s become a trademark of Monken’s teams. Offensively, they leaned on their ground game, wearing down UConn’s defense with a relentless attack that moved the chains and chewed up clock. Defensively, the Black Knights swarmed, limiting UConn’s opportunities and forcing key stops that helped build a comfortable cushion early.
But while the scoreboard told the story of a dominant performance, one of the day’s most memorable moments came after the final whistle. As tradition dictates, players tried to give Monken the classic Gatorade bath to celebrate the win.
Monken, ever the competitor and clearly not thrilled about the idea of an ice-cold shower in 20-degree Boston weather, did his best to dodge the dunk. He juked, he sprinted, he even looked like he might escape-until his players finally caught up and delivered the frosty celebration.
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No doubt, the temperature made it a brutal moment for the head coach. With wind chills dropping the real-feel even lower, getting soaked in sports drink was probably the last thing Monken wanted. But in the end, the moment captured the spirit of a team that fought through a challenging season to end on a high note-and had a little fun doing it.
For Army, this win wasn’t just about finishing above .500. It was about momentum, pride, and proving that their brand of football can still overwhelm opponents when executed at a high level. The Fenway Bowl performance was a statement-one that sets the tone heading into the offseason.