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Anthony Smith, senior running back, scores the first touchdown of the game. (Photo by Meghan Long)

Gallery: Football crushes Lamar in record opening matchup

September 4, 2022 by Meghan Long

The football team defeated the Lamar University Cardinals 28-14 in home opener at Wildcat Stadium on Thursday evening. The game serves as the first opening win for the Wildcats since 2013 and the first win for new head coach, Keith Patterson, former defensive coordinator from Texas Tech. The Wildcats now stand 1-0 overall as they prepare to face Prarie View A&M on Saturday.

The Wildcats run onto the field. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Sophomore running back Jermiah Dobbins tackles his opponent. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Senior wide receiver Kendall Catalon prepares for a play. (Photo by Meghan Long)

Redshirt freshman tight end Colt Cooper avoids his opponent to throw the ball. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Jordan Paup, senior defensive lineman, charges towards the end zone. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Kendall Catalon, senior wide receiver, races into the end zone. (Photo by Meghan Long)

Senior wide receiver Kendall Catalon kneels while waiting for a call. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Offensive lineman Jacob Thielen lifts up Anthony Smith, senior running back, after he scored a touchdown. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Junior kicker Blair Zepeda attempts to kick a field goal. (Photo by Meghan Long)

Freshman defensive back attempts to run the ball to the end zone. (Photo by Meghan Long)
Sophomore quarterback Maverick McIvor watches as an opponent leaps to intercept the ball. (Photo by Meghan Long)

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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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