Marty Gordon
NRVsports@mainstreetnewspapers.com
Christiansburg High School’s Sean McMurray has announced plans to continue his playing career at Shenandoah University.
The 5-10, 176-pound running back had 104 carries this past season for 610 yards with six touchdowns. He missed three games because of injuries.
McMurray said he chose Shenandoah because it felt like the right fit for him and his family. “The culture, campus, and overall atmosphere felt like it aligned with my values and where I wanted to be the next four years,” he said. “They were one of the only colleges to come to my high school and actually sit down and talk to me. Knowing they took the time to drive down and see me in person truly meant a lot to me.”
Shenandoah University is located in Winchester, Virginia, and has a current enrollment of 4,488 students.
The Shenandoah Hornets are the athletic teams that represent the university in intercollegiate sports. The Hornets are members of the NCAA‘s Division III and the Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC). Shenandoah joined the ODAC in 2012
Shenandoah’s football team was co-champion of the USA South twice, sharing the title both times with Christopher Newport in 2003 and 2004. Additionally, Shenandoah has made one appearance in the NCAA Division III Football Championship.
This past season, the Hornets’ football team finished 8-3 overall. The 2025 season came to an end with a 37-35 loss to Wilkes University in the Chesapeake Challenge Cape Henry Bowl Game.
Scott Yoder is the third head coach since Shenandoah reinstated football in 2000, taking over the program 12 years ago.
“I want to win an ODAC title and have a playoff run. I know this team can do it and I believe I can help them get to that,” said McMurray. “Of course, I have my own goals of being a captain and potentially being an All-American, but I feel like the accomplishments we gain as a team will leave a longer lasting legacy.”
McMurray also played defense at CHS but has the intention to play running back in college. “I love the game and will do anything they ask to make the team successful. My goal is to be the best teammate I can be while also being a leader to get the team to reach the common goal which is to win.”
McMurray hopes to major in Business Administration.
