Ruston, LA
Oct 22, 2024
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In a closely contested showdown at Joe Aillet Stadium, Louisiana Tech secured a thrilling 14-10 victory against UTEP. The Miners struck first with a 47-yard touchdown pass from Skyler Locklear to Kam Thomas, capping off a swift 94-yard drive. Louisiana Tech's response was swift but measured, eventually finding their rhythm as Evan Bullock connected with Solo Lewis on a 48-yard touchdown pass to even the score at 7-7 going into halftime.
UTEP briefly regained the advantage in the third quarter with a 44-yard field goal by Buzz Flabiano, but it was Louisiana Tech’s fourth-quarter heroics that defined the game. Bullock orchestrated a masterful 97-yard drive capped by Amani Givens' decisive 1-yard touchdown run. The Bulldogs defense, led by Maurice Westmoreland’s key sacks, held the Miners scoreless in the closing minutes, sealing Louisiana Tech's narrow but hard-fought victory.
Skyler Locklear (UTEP)
Locklear executed a precise 47-yard touchdown pass to Kam Thomas, concluding a dynamic 94-yard drive that provided UTEP with an early 7-0 advantage.
Evan Bullock (Louisiana Tech)
Bullock's soaring 48-yard strike to Solo Lewis leveled the score, showcasing his ability to capitalize on a brief lapse in UTEP's coverage.
Buzz Flabiano (UTEP)
Amidst mounting defensive pressure, Flabiano's reliable 44-yard field goal returned UTEP to a narrow 10-7 lead.
Amani Givens (Louisiana Tech)
Delving past UTEP's stout front line, Givens' 1-yard surge crowned an exhaustive 97-yard drive, securing a pivotal 14-10 lead for the Bulldogs.
Maurice Westmoreland (Louisiana Tech)
In a critical juncture, Westmoreland's impactful sack spearheaded Louisiana Tech's stifling defensive stand, staving off UTEP's scoring threat.
Evan Bullock (Louisiana Tech, QB)
Bullock demonstrated poise and precision, passing for 248 yards and spearheading a decisive 97-yard touchdown drive that clinched the victory for the Bulldogs.
Skyler Locklear (UTEP, QB)
Early in the game, Locklear orchestrated a 94-yard drive with a key touchdown strike to Kam Thomas, setting the tempo for UTEP.
Amani Givens (Louisiana Tech, RB)
Givens rushed for a pivotal 1-yard touchdown, breaking a fourth-quarter deadlock and proving critical in the Bulldogs' win.
Maurice Westmoreland (Louisiana Tech, DL)
With a commanding presence, Westmoreland recorded two pivotal sacks that fortified the Bulldogs' staunch defense against UTEP's offensive drives.
Jimmy Holiday (Louisiana Tech, WR)
Emerging as Bullock's favorite target, Holiday collected six receptions for 93 yards, igniting the offense during their game-winning drive.
Jevon Jackson (UTEP, RB)
Jackson remained a consistent offensive force, racking up 112 rushing yards as he led an assertive ground attack, his second consecutive 100-yard performance.
UTEP Miners
7
0
3
0
10
Louisiana Tech Bulldogs
0
7
0
7
14
