Kent State vs. Ball State Short Report | Nov 18, 2023
Scheumann Stadium
Muncie, IN
Nov 18, 2023
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Game Recap
The Ball State Cardinals dominated the Kent State Golden Flashes with a decisive 34-3 victory. The game started with a strong defensive showing from both teams, but Ball State gradually pulled ahead, thanks to key rushing plays and effective special teams. Kent State struggled to find a rhythm offensively, resulting in a low-scoring game for them.
Ball State's rushing attack was relentless, accumulating 301 yards and four touchdowns on the ground. Kent State's defense couldn't contain Ball State’s rushers, particularly in the third and fourth quarters where most of the scoring occurred. Special teams also played a crucial role, with Ball State's kicker Jackson Courville contributing with two field goals and a perfect day on extra points.
Key Plays:
Jackson Courville (Ball State Cardinals)
Marquez Cooper (Ball State Cardinals)
Jackson Courville (Ball State Cardinals)
Andrew Glass (Kent State Golden Flashes)
Kiael Kelly (Ball State Cardinals)
Kiael Kelly (Ball State Cardinals)
Vaughn Pemberton (Ball State Cardinals)
Standout Players:
Marquez Cooper (Ball State Cardinals, RB)
Rushed 25 times for 140 yards and one touchdown, setting the tone for Ball State's offensive dominance.Kiael Kelly (Ball State Cardinals, QB)
Contributed significantly with 88 rushing yards on 16 attempts, scoring two crucial touchdowns.Sidney Houston Jr. (Ball State Cardinals, LB)
Recorded 2.5 sacks, disrupting Kent State’s offensive plays consistently.Jackson Courville (Ball State Cardinals, K)
Was perfect on the day, making two field goals from distances of 44 and 48 yards, and hitting all extra points.Gavin Garcia (Kent State Golden Flashes, RB)
Provided a spark with 29 rushing yards and moments of effective play despite the team's overall struggles.
Team
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Kent State Golden Flashes
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Ball State Cardinals
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