Brief
Old Dominion defeats Appalachian State 10-3 in rain‑soaked upset
Devin Roche's 101‑yard rush and Maurki James's 2‑yard run secured Old Dominion's win in Boone, N.C.
By Felo News Desk · Published
Old Dominion rallied in the third quarter to beat Appalachian State 10-3 on Saturday in Boone, N.C., according to the Associated Press.
What happened
The game was scoreless at halftime. Appalachian State took a 3-0 lead early in the third quarter on a 34‑yard field goal by James London. Old Dominion answered with a safety after App State recovered its own fumble in the end zone. With 9:30 left, Maurki James scored on a 2‑yard run and Quinn Henicle completed a two‑point conversion, putting the Monarchs ahead 10-3. A late interception by Brandon Crutchfield sealed the win.
What the reports add
The Monarchs limited App State to 158 total yards and forced three turnovers. Old Dominion amassed 207 rushing yards, with Henicle adding 88 yards on 26 carries and completing 10 of 20 passes for 97 yards. App State quarterbacks combined for 66 passing yards and two interceptions.
What was said
No direct quotes were provided in the report.
How it came about
Old Dominion (2-4, 1-2 Sun Belt) improved its record with the win, while Appalachian State (3-2, 0-1) heads to Coastal Carolina next.
Key facts
- Old Dominion defeated Appalachian State 10-3. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Devin Roche rushed for 101 yards. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Maurki James scored the game’s only touchdown. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Old Dominion recorded 207 rushing yards. (winnipegfreepress.com)
- Appalachian State managed 158 total yards and three turnovers. (winnipegfreepress.com)
Sources
- [1] winnipegfreepress.com — originally reported as “Devin Roche, Maurki James help Old Dominion upset Appalachian State 10-3”
