Nicholls dominated Southern in a non-conference game with a final score of 51-7. Quarterback Pat McQuaide showcased his skills by throwing four touchdowns, while Colin Guggenheim contributed two rushing touchdowns to secure the victory for the Colonels.
The game started with Nicholls displaying their offensive prowess, scoring a touchdown on their opening drive and continuing to pile on points throughout the game. McQuaide connected with Christian McNees for a 32-yard touchdown pass early on, setting the tone for the Colonels’ strong performance. Gabe Showalter added a 39-yard field goal to increase their lead to 10-0.
Guggenheim made his mark with a 14-yard rushing touchdown, followed by McQuaide finding Quincy Brown for a 27-yard touchdown, extending Nicholls’ lead to 24-0 by the end of the first quarter. The Colonels maintained their momentum with Guggenheim scoring from the 1-yard line and McQuaide throwing two more touchdown passes to Treylin Whaley and McNees.
Corey Warren also got in on the action with a 7-yard rushing touchdown, giving Nicholls a commanding 51-0 lead deep into the third quarter. Southern managed to avoid a shutout when Jalen Woods connected with Jason Gabriel for a 23-yard touchdown late in the game.
The victory improved Nicholls’ record against Southwest Athletic Conference teams to 5-0 under head coach Tim Rebowe. With this win, Nicholls extended their lead in the all-time series against Southern to 15-6. Despite having a history of matchups in the late 1990s, this game marked the first meeting between the two teams since 2002.
The Colonels’ strong performance highlights their potential in the ongoing season as they continue to showcase their offensive firepower and defensive prowess. Nicholls fans can look forward to more exciting games ahead as the team aims for further success in the remainder of their schedule.
