Greensboro, NC - In a challenging road matchup against Belhaven University, the Greensboro College football team faced a formidable opponent and ultimately fell short, sespite their best efforts, the Pride struggled to gain momentum throughout the game.
Offensive Uphill Battle
Quarterback Alec Williams-Carr led the team, throwing for 111 yards on 12 completions. The passing game featured Shamar Privette, who hauled in 4 receptions for 34 yards, and Wes Kidd, who contributed 33 yards on 2 catches.
Running back Christian Burgess was the leading rusher for Greensboro, gaining 34 yards on 8 carries.
Solid Defensive Effort
Defensively, Greensboro College showcased resilience. Derrick Smith and Max Steel led the team with 6 tackles each, with Steel also assisting on 2 tackles. Xavier Nero recorded the team's only sack, while Imanuel Ellis, Jace Wilkens, JaJuan Givens, Jason Reynolds, and Ben Mangungu each contributed with tackles for loss.
Special Teams Standout Plays
Special teams also had their moments with Jason Reynolds and Omahr Ramirez both making significant contributions by blocking kicks, adding some positive highlights.
Coach Tyler Card's Outlook
"We faced a tough opponent on the road today, and it didn't go our way," said Coach Card. "But our team is resilient, and we'll learn from this experience. We're looking forward to returning home for our next game against Brevard College on Saturday, September 30, at 2:00 PM on Pride Field. It's an opportunity for us to regroup and showcase our abilities."
The Pride will use this game as a learning experience to prepare for their upcoming home game, hoping to bounce back next week when they return to familiar territory.
The Greensboro College football team will undoubtedly use the lessons from this challenging road game to fuel their determination and make a strong comeback. As they return to Pride Field, they'll be aiming to turn the tide and secure a victory against Brevard College on September 30th. Pride fans can look forward to an exciting matchup and a chance for redemption as the team continues their season.
