The Lions were led by new head coach Ron Roberts[1] and played their home games at Strawberry Stadium.

[2] Roster [3] The Lions open the season for Ron Roberts on the road against the Missouri Tigers.

[6] Lamar may be a fairly new rival for the Lions, but they have a 3–1 record overall against Southeastern Louisiana.

[7] Non-conference play concludes to begin October as the Lions and Blazers face each other for the first time.

[11] The River Bell Classic ends the regular season for the Lions as they meet their main rival- the Colonels.