Western Kentucky vs. Old Dominion Short Report | Dec 18, 2023
Jerry Richardson Stadium
Charlotte, NC
Dec 18, 2023
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Game Recap
The Famous Toastery Bowl saw an epic comeback as the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers triumphed over the Old Dominion Monarchs with a final score of 38-35. The game had a dramatic start with Old Dominion taking a commanding 21-0 lead in the first quarter. Western Kentucky slowly chipped away at this deficit throughout the game, culminating in a nail-biting tie to force overtime.
In the final moments, Lucas Carneiro clinched victory for the Hilltoppers with a 29-yard field goal in overtime. The Hilltoppers' quarterback Caden Veltkamp threw five touchdown passes, including a crucial game-tying pass with just 24 seconds left in regulation. Both teams showed resilience and determination, but Western Kentucky's persistence ultimately paid off in this thrilling contest.
Key Plays:
Grant Wilson (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Kadarius Calloway (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Kris Caine (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Grant Wilson (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Caden Veltkamp (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers)
Caden Veltkamp (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers)
Grant Wilson (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Caden Veltkamp (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers)
Caden Veltkamp (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers)
Caden Veltkamp (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers)
Lucas Carneiro (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers)
Standout Players:
Grant Wilson (Old Dominion Monarchs, QB)
Accounted for three touchdowns, with 123 passing yards and 126 rushing yards.Kris Caine (Old Dominion Monarchs, DE)
Recorded a crucial 30-yard interception return for a touchdown.Caden Veltkamp (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, QB)
Threw for 383 yards and five touchdowns, leading his team to a comeback win.Dalvin Smith (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, WR)
Caught nine passes for 77 yards and three touchdowns.Lucas Carneiro (Western Kentucky Hilltoppers, K)
Kicked the game-winning 29-yard field goal in overtime.
Team
1
2
3
4
T
Western Kentucky Hilltoppers
0
7
7
21
38
Old Dominion Monarchs
21
7
7
0
35
