On Saturday night, Abilene Christian secured a 55-30 victory over Utah Tech, thanks to a stellar performance by Sam Hicks who ran for 203 yards and three touchdowns. Hicks showcased his talent with scoring runs from 53, 35, and 8 yards, contributing significantly to the team’s success. Quarterback Maverick McIvor also played a crucial role in the win, throwing two touchdown passes and completing 18 of 33 passes for 286 yards.
Aside from Hicks, Isaiah Johnson made a valuable contribution with 82 rushing yards and a 9-yard touchdown run for Abilene Christian. Blayne Taylor stood out with 128 receiving yards, including a touchdown catch, while Nehemiah Martinez I added 73 yards and a touchdown reception to the team’s impressive performance.
On the opposing side, Utah Tech, who remains winless with a 0-5 record, put up a fight with Reggie Graff leading the offense. Graff completed 13 of 32 passes for 231 yards and scored a touchdown, while also gaining 79 yards on the ground with a 9-yard TD run. Additional touchdowns for Utah Tech were scored by Chris Street and Bretton Stone.
The victory marks Abilene Christian’s 3rd win of the season, bringing their record to 3-2 overall and 2-0 in the United Athletic Conference. With a dominating performance by key players like Hicks and McIvor, Abilene Christian showcased their strength and determination on the field. Despite the loss, Utah Tech demonstrated resilience and determination in the game, with players like Graff showing skill and leadership throughout the matchup.