Norfolk, VA
Sep 7, 2024
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The East Carolina Pirates secured a thrilling 20-14 victory over the Old Dominion Monarchs in a closely contested game held at S.B. Ballard Stadium. Rahjai Harris was the standout performer, rushing for 131 yards on 26 carries and scoring two critical touchdowns, including a 63-yard run that gave ECU the lead in the third quarter. Despite turning the ball over four times, quarterback Jake Garcia showed resilience, passing for 283 yards and managing the offense effectively to overcome his mistakes.
East Carolina's defense was formidable, especially in the fourth quarter, where they thwarted multiple Old Dominion drives. The Pirates also received a vital contribution from kicker Andrew Conrad, who nailed two field goals, including a decisive 50-yarder in the fourth quarter. Although Old Dominion's Aaron Young made significant gains and scored a touchdown, it wasn't enough to counter the Pirates' balanced gameplay. This victory marks ECU's first 2-0 start since 2016, matching their win total from the previous season.
Rahjai Harris (East Carolina Pirates)
Harris opened the scoring with a 22-yard touchdown run that capped a 10-play, 80-yard drive. The extra point attempt was missed, giving ECU an early 6-0 lead.
Kelby Williams (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Williams caught a 44-yard touchdown pass from Grant Wilson, capitalizing on a previous interception and a defensive holding penalty. The PAT was successful, giving ODU a brief 7-6 lead.
Rahjai Harris (East Carolina Pirates)
Harris burst through for a 63-yard touchdown run on a third-and-13 play, followed by a successful two-point conversion, extending ECU's lead to 14-7.
Andrew Conrad (East Carolina Pirates)
Conrad converted a 33-yard field goal after ECU's Julien Davis recovered a fumble on the ensuing kickoff, pushing the Pirates' lead to 17-7.
Aaron Young (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Young rushed for a 1-yard touchdown to cap a 13-play, 75-yard drive, bringing ODU within three points at 17-14.
Jahron Manning (Old Dominion Monarchs)
Manning intercepted Jake Garcia's pass and returned it 45 yards, setting ODU up in prime scoring position. This play eventually led to a touchdown.
Andrew Conrad (East Carolina Pirates)
Conrad nailed a 50-yard field goal late in the fourth quarter, solidifying ECU's lead at 20-14 and capping the game's scoring.
Julien Davis (East Carolina Pirates)
Davis recovered a fumble on the kickoff following Harris's 63-yard touchdown run, giving ECU great field position that led to a field goal.
Rahjai Harris (East Carolina Pirates, RB)
Ran for a career-high 131 yards on 26 carries, including two touchdowns. His pivotal 63-yard touchdown run on a third-and-13 shifted the game's momentum in ECU's favor.
Aaron Young (Old Dominion Monarchs, RB)
Rushed 25 times for 89 yards and scored a crucial touchdown that kept ODU in contention. He was instrumental in advancing the ball during key drives.
Andrew Conrad (East Carolina Pirates, K)
Delivered under pressure by making two field goals, including a critical 50-yarder in the fourth quarter, which extended ECU's lead and bolstered their defense.
Jahron Manning (Old Dominion Monarchs, S)
Played a key role on defense with two interceptions, including one that he returned for 45 yards, setting up a scoring opportunity. He also made ten tackles.
Jake Garcia (East Carolina Pirates, QB)
Amassed 283 passing yards despite throwing four interceptions. Showed resilience by leading multiple crucial drives and maintaining offensive strategy.
Julien Davis (East Carolina Pirates, LB)
Recovered a vital fumble on kickoff return following a pivotal touchdown by Rahjai Harris, which resulted in a subsequent field goal for ECU.
East Carolina Pirates
6
0
11
3
20
Old Dominion Monarchs
0
7
7
0
14
