Troy, AL
Sep 28, 2024
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In a defensive battle at Troy's Veterans Memorial Stadium, UL Monroe emerged victorious with a 13-9 win over the Trojans in their Sun Belt Conference opener. Both teams traded field goals in the first quarter, remaining deadlocked at 3-3. Troy edged ahead in the second quarter with a 49-yard field goal by Scott Taylor Renfroe, holding a 6-3 halftime lead.
UL Monroe's defining moment came in the fourth quarter with Ahmad Hardy's one-yard touchdown run, capping an impressive 75-yard drive. Despite Troy's superior ground game, gaining 201 rushing yards, they could not translate yardage into touchdowns, settling for Renfroe's field goals. ULM's defense held firm, preventing Troy from earning a first down in their final two drives.
Scott Taylor Renfroe (Troy)
Kicked a 37-yard field goal to jumpstart Troy's scoring and establish a 3-0 lead after a 13-play drive, setting the tone for a defensive battle.
Max Larson (UL Monroe)
Connected on a 42-yard field goal, capping an 11-play drive to equalize the game at 3-3, emphasizing ULM's ability to respond under pressure.
Justin Powe (Troy)
Snagged an interception that gave Troy a chance to capitalize offensively, though it ultimately culminated in a critical field goal after their drive stalled at ULM's 31.
Tyler Griffin (UL Monroe)
A crucial 40-yard reception brought ULM into scoring position, leading to a field goal and tying the game at 6-6, showcasing a pivotal offensive spark for the Warhawks.
Ahmad Hardy (UL Monroe)
Sealed the game with a determined 1-yard rushing touchdown, culminating a gritty 75-yard drive and putting ULM ahead for good.
Jake Godfrey (UL Monroe)
Turned a short pass into a 57-yard gain, setting up ULM within Troy's red zone and leading to the decisive touchdown.
Ahmad Hardy (UL Monroe, RB)
Carried the ball 26 times for 94 yards, his gritty performance culminating in the decisive touchdown run, securing ULM's win in a tightly contested game.
Scott Taylor Renfroe (Troy, K)
Converted three field goals, including a career-long 49-yarder, accounting for all of Troy’s points in a game where every score was hard-fought.
Gerald Green (Troy, RB)
Amassed 102 rushing yards, being a workhorse for the Trojans and consistently breaking through ULM's defensive line.
Jake Godfrey (UL Monroe, WR)
Made a game-changing 57-yard catch, catapulting ULM into scoring position during their key fourth-quarter drive.
ULM Warhawks
3
0
3
7
13
Troy Trojans
3
3
0
3
9
