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Gallery: Wildcat football bounces back with decisive home win

October 13, 2019 by David Mitchell and Megan Holley

After a string of losses on the road, the Wildcats returned to Anthony Field Saturday evening to take on the Houston Baptist Huskies. Despite being the underdog, ACU defeated HBU 45-20. The Wildcats now stand 3-4 as they prepare for their homecoming matchup against Stephen F. Austin next week.

The Wildcats put heavy pressure on the Houston Baptist quarterback. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Students start cheers during the third down. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Junior punter Blake Patterson kicks the ball just in time. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Sophomore wide receiver Kobe Clark celebrates a catch. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Senior running back Tracy James tries to run past a defender. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Students cheer on the Wildcats from the stands. (Photo by David Mitchell)

The Wildcats’ offensive line holds back the Huskies’ attack. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Freshman safety Gage Graham runs in for a touchdown after a kick attempt. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Sophomore wide receiver Lionell McConnell scores a game-sealing touchdown. (Photo by David Mitchell)

Wildcat players greet the crowd after the game. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Players listen to a word from Head Coach Adam Dorrel after their win over Houston Baptist. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Sophomore quarterback Sema’J Davis breaks the tackle. (Photo by Megan Holley)

Sophomore quarterback Sema’J Davis jukes the defender. (Photo by Megan Holley)
Senior cornerback Alex Lofton tackles the runningback. (Photo by Megan Holley)
The offensive line gets ready to protect the quarterback from the defense. (Photo by Megan Holley)

Senior wide receiver Josh Fink reaches for the touchdown. (Photo by Megan Holley)
Junior quarterback Luke Anthony throws a pass to senior wide receiver Josh Fink. (Photo by Megan Holley)
Senior defensive end Temisan Kuyatsemi breaks the block and attempts to tackle the quarterback. (Photo by Megan Holley)

Senior runningback Tracy James pushes through the defender to get a first down. (Photo by Megan Holley)
Junior quarterback Luke Anthony looks for an open receiver. (Photo by Megan Holley)
Senior defensive tackles Cole Burgess and Bright Ihegworo celebrate after sacking the quarterback. (Photo by Megan Holley)

A Huskie celebrates after stopping the Wildcats on third down. (Photo by David Mitchell)
Sophomore wide receiver Kobe Clark patiently waits for a gap to run through. (Photo by David Mitchell)

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  • Gallery: Students gather at the Bullock Brothers Ballpark for a sold-out game

About David Mitchell

My name is David Mitchell, and I am a senior psychology major from Dallas, Texas. I have always had a passion for photography and videography, and enjoy sharing my perspectives with others.

About Megan Holley

You are here: Home / Multimedia / Photo Galleries / Gallery: Wildcat football bounces back with decisive home win

Other Multimedia:

  • Gallery: Seniors reflect and worship during Candlelight Send-off

  • Gallery: Students battle it out in Wildcat World Cup Smash Bros. tournament

  • Gallery: Students gather at the Bullock Brothers Ballpark for a sold-out game

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