West Virginia vs. UCF Short Report | Oct 28, 2023
FBC Mortgage Stadium
Orlando, FL
Oct 28, 2023
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Game Recap
West Virginia Mountaineers defeated the UCF Knights with a final score of 41-28. The game started strong for both teams, with each scoring a touchdown in the first quarter. Garrett Greene's rushing touchdowns and a disciplined defense led by Beanie Bishop Jr. and Marcis Floyd helped secure the victory for the Mountaineers. Despite a late push by UCF, including a strong performance by John Rhys Plumlee, the Knights couldn't overcome their turnovers.
The Mountaineers maintained control through a balanced offense and key defensive plays. Greene's triple touchdowns and crucial interceptions by Bishop Jr. were game-changers. UCF's efforts, led by Plumlee's passing touchdowns, showed resilience but fell short against West Virginia's strategic plays and effective time management.
Key Plays:
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
John Rhys Plumlee (UCF Knights)
Michael Hayes (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Jahiem White (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Beanie Bishop Jr. (West Virginia Mountaineers)
John Rhys Plumlee (UCF Knights)
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
John Rhys Plumlee (UCF Knights)
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers)
Michael Hayes (West Virginia Mountaineers)
John Rhys Plumlee (UCF Knights)
Standout Players:
Garrett Greene (West Virginia Mountaineers, QB)
Completed 14 of 23 passes for 156 yards and rushed for 55 yards with three touchdownsBeanie Bishop Jr. (West Virginia Mountaineers, CB)
Recorded two interceptions, returning for a total of 51 yards, significantly boosting the defenseMichael Hayes (West Virginia Mountaineers, K)
Scored crucial points with two field goals and consistent extra pointsJohn Rhys Plumlee (UCF Knights, QB)
Threw for 274 yards with three passing touchdowns and rushed for an additional touchdownJahiem White (West Virginia Mountaineers, RB)
Rushed for 85 yards on 9 attempts, including a touchdownKobe Hudson (UCF Knights, WR)
Caught three passes for 66 yards, scoring two touchdowns
Team
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West Virginia Mountaineers
10
7
7
17
41
UCF Knights
7
7
7
7
28