Benedict routs Kentucky State 63-14 on Homecoming
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Posted By: S. Moore on October 26, 2023 The 63 points scored by the Tigers are the third most all-time and the most in one game since they scored 65 points against Savannah State in 1960. COLUMBIA, S.C. — The eighth-ranked Benedict College Tigers scored 42 unanswered points in a 63-14 victory over Kentucky State on Saturday afternoon in Charlie W. Johnson Stadium. The 63 points was the most points by a Benedict football team since scoring 65 in a win over Savannah State in 1960, and the third-most points ever, according to available records. Benedict improves to 8-0 overall, 6-0 in the SIAC. Kentucky State drops to 2-6 overall and 1-5 in the SIAC. Benedict rushed for a season-high 277 yards. Their 439 yards of total offense was the second-most this season. The defense gave up 266 yards, including an opponent season-high 141 yards on the ground, but Benedict forced four turnovers – intercepting three passes and recovering one fumble. SOURCE News 19 If you enjoyed this article, Join HBCU CONNECT today for similar content and opportunities via email! |
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