East Hartford, CT
Oct 19, 2024
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Wake Forest edged out UConn 23-20, thanks to Demond Claiborne's two touchdowns and a sturdy defensive stand. Claiborne's second touchdown of the day came on an opening drive of the second half, pushing the lead to 14 points. UConn, hanging tough, returned with a Nick Evers pass to Jasaiah Gathings, slicing the lead back to seven. The Huskies, fighting until the end, cut the lead to 23-20 with a late 25-yard touchdown by Louis Hansen.
However, Wake Forest's defense held strong on UConn's final possession, surviving a contentious fourth-down no-call that the Huskies' coach Jim Mora believed warranted a penalty. A key interception by Cam Chadwick of Wake Forest and a powerful running game sealed the game. Despite missed opportunities to extend their lead, Wake Forest's clutch plays in critical moments granted them their third straight win.
Evan Slocum (Wake Forest)
His early interception of Nick Evers halted UConn's advancing drive, providing a pivotal momentum shift that allowed Wake Forest to score an opening field goal.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest)
Extended Wake Forest's lead with a 1-yard rushing touchdown, capping off an 8-play, 75-yard drive and setting the tone for the second half.
Chris Freeman (UConn)
Showcased his kicking prowess with a career-long 53-yard field goal, narrowing the score to 13-6 and providing a vital psychological boost for UConn going into halftime.
Jasaiah Gathings (UConn)
His acrobatic reception and subsequent 20-yard touchdown marked UConn's comeback efforts, highlighting Evers' aerial connection with his receivers.
Louis Hansen (UConn)
Converted a high-pressure pass into a 25-yard touchdown, bringing UConn to the brink of a comeback and demonstrating his ability to perform in clutch moments.
Cam Chadwick (UConn)
Intercepted a Hank Bachmeier pass in the end zone which prevented Wake Forest from extending their lead right before halftime.
Jamare Glasker (Wake Forest)
Performance on a critical defensive stop in the final minutes, where UConn was penalized for a false start, ensured Wake Forest maintained their advantage and sealed the game.
Demond Claiborne (Wake Forest, RB)
Crucial to Wake Forest's ground attack, his two touchdowns, including a critical one-yard plunge, helped establish the Deacons' lead.
Hank Bachmeier (Wake Forest, QB)
Displayed leadership and precision with 274 passing yards, driving crucial offensive sequences despite a critical interception in the red zone.
Nick Evers (UConn, QB)
Rallied his team with poise, throwing two second-half touchdowns, exemplifying his resilience, and finishing with 264 passing yards.
Chris Freeman (UConn, K)
His perfect kicking, capped by a 53-yard field goal, kept UConn within reach, underscoring his reliability under pressure.
Cam Chadwick (UConn, DB)
Secured a pivotal interception in the end zone that prevented Wake Forest from extending their lead before halftime.
Wake Forest Demon Deacons
3
10
7
3
23
UConn Huskies
3
3
7
7
20
