Jacksonville, AL
Aug 29, 2024
Jacksonville, AL
Aug 29, 2024
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In the opening week of the 2024 season, Coastal Carolina Chanticleers dominated the Jacksonville State Gamecocks, securing a 55-27 victory in their nationally televised season opener. Playing at Burgess-Snow Field at AmFirst Stadium, the Chanticleers set a program record for the most points in a season opener, surpassing their previous best of 52 points in 2021.
Coastal took control early, establishing a 21-point lead by halftime thanks to a balanced offensive attack and numerous defensive takeaways. Quarterback Ethan Vasko, in only his fifth collegiate start, excelled by throwing for 249 yards and rushing for a touchdown. Adding to the offensive explosion were two fumble recoveries and an interception, with linebacker Clev Lubin's 17-yard return for a score emphasizing the Chanticleers' dominance. Despite a late spark from Jacksonville State, including a 92-yard touchdown pass from Tyler Huff to Michael Pettway, Coastal Carolina maintained their momentum to close out the win.
Kade Hensley (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Kicked a 25-yard field goal to put Coastal Carolina up 3-0, capping a 50-yard drive.
Garrison Rippa (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Kicked a career-long 49-yard field goal to tie the game at 3-3.
Tray Taylor (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Tray Taylor caught a 36-yard touchdown pass from Ethan Vasko, reestablishing Coastal Carolina's lead at 10-3.
Clev Lubin (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Clev Lubin scooped up a fumble forced by Will Whitson and returned it 17 yards for a touchdown, pushing the lead to 17-3.
Ethan Vasko (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Quarterback Ethan Vasko rushed for a 4-yard touchdown, extending Coastal Carolina's lead to 24-3.
Braydon Bennett (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Bennett capped a nine-play drive with a 2-yard touchdown rush, making the score 31-3.
Cole Fuller (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Cole Fuller scored on a 1-yard rush, his second career touchdown, cutting Coastal's lead to 31-10.
Braydon Bennett (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Bennett scored his second touchdown of the game with a 2-yard run, extending Coastal's advantage to 38-10.
Kade Hensley (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Kade Hensley kicked his second field goal of the night, this time from 39 yards, stretching the lead to 41-10.
Michael Pettway (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Michael Pettway hauled in a 92-yard touchdown pass from Tyler Huff, Jacksonville State's longest play of the FBS era.
Noah Kim (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers)
Backup quarterback Noah Kim threw a 9-yard touchdown pass to Senika McKee, making the lead 55-20.
Tre Stewart (Jacksonville State Gamecocks)
Tre Stewart sprinted for a 38-yard touchdown, bringing the final score to 55-27.
Ethan Vasko (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, QB)
In his fifth collegiate start, Vasko threw for 249 yards completing 12 of 19 passes and added a rushing touchdown. His dynamic play helped Coastal Carolina set a program record for most points in a season opener.
Braydon Bennett (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, RB)
Bennett demonstrated consistency in Coastal Carolina's ground game, rushing for 60 yards on 11 carries and scoring two touchdowns.
Tray Taylor (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, WR)
Taylor led the receiving corps with three receptions for 98 yards, including a pivotal 36-yard touchdown catch that swung the momentum early.
Clev Lubin (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, LB)
Lubin's defensive prowess was on full display as he recovered a fumble forced by Will Whitson and returned it 17 yards for a touchdown, contributing to Coastal's defensive scores.
Shane Bruce (Coastal Carolina Chanticleers, LB)
Bruce anchored the Chanticleer defense with a team-high eight tackles, providing stability and leadership throughout the game.
Michael Pettway (Jacksonville State Gamecocks, WR)
Pettway delivered a late-game spark with a 92-yard touchdown reception, marking the longest play of Jacksonville State's FBS era.
Garrison Rippa (Jacksonville State Gamecocks, K)
Rippa was a bright spot for the Gamecocks with a career-long 49-yard field goal, adding another 26-yarder, and remaining perfect on extra points.
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
17
14
10
14
55
Jacksonville State Gamecocks
3
7
0
17
27
