Southern Miss vs. Appalachian State Short Report | Oct 28, 2023

Southern Miss

38 - 48

Kidd Brewer Stadium

Boone, NC

Oct 28, 2023

Appalachian State

Kidd Brewer Stadium

Boone, NC

Oct 28, 2023

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Game Recap

In an action-packed game, the Appalachian State Mountaineers defeated the Southern Miss Golden Eagles 48-38. The game saw multiple momentum shifts and standout performances from both teams. Southern Miss initially led with Frank Gore Jr. spearheading their offense, but Appalachian State's resilient passing game, particularly through Joey Aguilar, kept them in the contest.

The second half was marked by a flurry of touchdowns, including crucial plays by Christan Horn and Kanye Roberts for Appalachian State. Ultimately, a decisive touchdown in the final minutes by Aguilar to Horn sealed the victory for the Mountaineers, despite a strong effort from Southern Miss throughout the game.

Key Plays:

Latreal Jones (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)

Passed for a 16-yard touchdown to give Southern Miss an early lead.

Maquel Haywood (Appalachian State Mountaineers)

Rushed for an 8-yard touchdown to tie the game.

Frank Gore Jr. (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)

Rushed for a 42-yard touchdown to put Southern Miss ahead.

Eli Wilson (Appalachian State Mountaineers)

Caught a 26-yard touchdown pass to tie the game again.

Billy Wiles (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)

Missed a 31-yard field goal attempt, failing to extend the lead.

Frank Gore Jr. (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)

Rushed for a 75-yard touchdown immediately after Appalachian State had scored.

Ahmani Marshall (Appalachian State Mountaineers)

Rushed for a 1-yard touchdown to keep Appalachian State within striking distance.

Jakarius Caston (Southern Miss Golden Eagles)

Rushed for an 11-yard touchdown to extend Southern Miss's lead.

Christan Horn (Appalachian State Mountaineers)

Caught a 49-yard touchdown pass to pull Appalachian State within three points.

Kanye Roberts (Appalachian State Mountaineers)

Rushed for a decisive 61-yard touchdown to give Appalachian State the lead.

Christan Horn (Appalachian State Mountaineers)

Caught the game-sealing 21-yard touchdown pass.
Standout Players:
  • Joey Aguilar (Appalachian State Mountaineers, QB)

    Threw for 391 yards and four touchdowns, including critical plays in the fourth quarter.
  • Frank Gore Jr. (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, RB)

    Rushed for an impressive 247 yards and two touchdowns, including a 75-yard score.
  • Christan Horn (Appalachian State Mountaineers, WR)

    Caught eight passes for 165 yards and two touchdowns, playing a key role in the comeback.
  • Latreal Jones (Southern Miss Golden Eagles, WR)

    Contributed with six receptions for 81 yards and a touchdown.
  • Kanye Roberts (Appalachian State Mountaineers, RB)

    Rushed for 109 yards including a crucial 61-yard touchdown in the fourth quarter.
Team
1
2
3
4
T

Southern Miss Golden Eagles

7

17

7

7

38

Appalachian State Mountaineers

7

7

14

20

48

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