Old Dominion vs. Southern Miss Short Report | Oct 7, 2023
M.M. Roberts Stadium
Hattiesburg, MS
Oct 7, 2023
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Game Recap
Old Dominion Monarchs edged out Southern Miss Golden Eagles in a thrilling contest, finishing with a 17-13 victory. Southern Miss took an early lead in the first quarter with an Andrew Stein field goal and an 82-yard punt return touchdown by Tiaquelin Mims. However, Old Dominion responded with a touchdown in the second quarter by Keshawn Wicks, narrowing the gap to three points at halftime.
Both teams traded field goals in the third quarter to bring the score to 13-10, with Southern Miss holding a slight edge. Old Dominion sealed the game with a 16-yard touchdown run from Keshawn Wicks early in the fourth quarter, while Southern Miss couldn't capitalize on their numerous drives. The Monarchs' defense stood tall, particularly in the final moments, ensuring the Golden Eagles didn’t retake the lead.
Key Plays:
Andrew Stein (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Tiaquelin Mims (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Keshawn Wicks (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Andrew Stein (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Ethan Sanchez (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Keshawn Wicks (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Markel McLaurin (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)
Standout Players:
Keshawn Wicks (Old Dominion Monarchs, RB)
Ran for 54 yards on 10 attempts and scored 2 touchdowns, including the game-winning 16-yard run.Grant Wilson (Old Dominion Monarchs, QB)
Completed 8 out of 18 passes for 194 yards; key completions helped sustain drives.Tiaquelin Mims (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, WR)
Recorded 4 receptions for 42 yards and an 82-yard punt return touchdown.Andrew Stein (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, K)
Made two critical field goals, from 21 and 31 yards, keeping Southern Miss in the game.Averie Habas (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, LB)
Recorded 2 sacks, including a critical one that forced a field goal in the third quarter.
Team
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Old Dominion Monarchs
0
7
3
7
17
Southern Miss Golden Eagles
10
0
3
0
13
