UTSC Eagles football

The  program represents the University of Texas, Sterling City in NCAA Division I-A.

1987–1988: Gary Grove era
At the start of their first season in 1987, the Eagles led by coach Gary Grove lost their first three games including a 31–0 shutout loss against the Howard Bison. Their first win was a 16-10 game against the 0-3 Davidson Wildcats. Following the victory, the Eagles went on to record a 4-7 season.

The next season in 1988, the Eagles improved slightly with Freshman quarterback Elias Garrett and Sophmore receiver Collin Staten. After suffering two embarrassing losses against Eastern Kentucky and Boise State, UTSC went on to win four straight, lose against Lafayette, and win their final game against Tennessee Tech 18–7.