Sports
VMI’s historic season comes to an end, losing 31-24 to JMU
VMI lost to No. 1 JMU in the first round of the 2021 FCS playoffs Saturday afternoon, 31-24.
This is the first time in school history that the VMI Keydets competed in the FCS Playoffs and marks the end of a historic season.
It didn’t take long for JMU to bring the heat. In the first quarter, the team’s running back Jawon Hamilton ran for 99 yards to score a touchdown.
In the second quarter, running back Percy Agyei-Obese and quarterback Cole Johnson earned the team a few touchdowns as well.
But the Keydets’ defense made sure it held its own.
VMI’s kicker Jerry Rice ran for 48 yards for a field goal in the first quarter earning the team three points. In the third quarter, VMI’s quarterback Seth Morgan ran for one yard to bring in another touchdown for the team.
In the fourth quarter, Morgan made a pass to wide receiver Max Brimigion and scored a touchdown with just seconds left in the quarter.
This loss will wrap up the VMI’s historic season.
-
Virginia1 week ago
Wythe County Community Hospital begins offering new nurses a residency program
-
Local News2 weeks ago
As parents fight to keep two primary schools open, emotions are rising
-
Local News2 weeks ago
One person hospitalized after a house fire on Bedford Avenue
-
Local News2 weeks ago
The presence of the Lynchburg Police Department in downtown will grow
-
Virginia2 weeks ago
VBOE is seeking input on the proposed method of school accreditation
-
Local News2 weeks ago
National Minority Health Month brings awareness to health disparities
-
Local News1 week ago
Roanoke gas prices have decreased by two cents
-
Local News7 days ago
Reactions from parents to the new transportation system concept for Roanoke City Public Schools
Leave a Reply