In a dominant display of football, Adam Urena led Mercyhurst to an impressive 66-0 victory over Lincoln (California), who is still searching for their first win in Division III. Urena was a standout player on Saturday, launching six touchdown passes and catching another, contributing significantly to the Lakers’ overwhelming performance.

Urena’s prowess on the field was evident as he threw five touchdown passes before the halftime whistle, and his team scored an astonishing 32 points in the second quarter alone, allowing them to take a commanding 46-0 lead at halftime. The Lakers improved their record to 3-7 for the season.

On the other side, the Oaklanders’ quarterback, Jack Clavel, struggled under pressure, throwing seven interceptions throughout the game. Zack Helsley stood out defensively, making one of the interceptions and also recovering a fumble. Jerome Mullins added to the Oaklanders’ woes with two interceptions, while the game marked a rare achievement in FCS history, with both teams managing to intercept a total of ten passes.

In terms of statistics, Urena completed 16 of 18 passes for a total of 215 yards. Toward the conclusion of the game, Urena showcased his versatility by catching a 29-yard touchdown pass from backup quarterback Alex Gevaudan. Both Cameron Barmore and Mike Pappas were key contributors to the scoring with two touchdown receptions each.

The Lakers’ explosive second quarter was highlighted not just by passing plays; a notable moment included a remarkable touchdown by Jonathan Askew, who scored after returning a blocked punt. Additionally, Urena connected with Rylan Davison on a dazzling 61-yard pass play, further cementing the Lakers’ dominance in this matchup.