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Players scramble to get open. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Gallery: Football sees first victory of the season against Northern Colorado

September 1, 2023 by Daniel Curd and Sarah Thompson

The football team defeated the University of Northern Colorado 31-1 in home opener at Wildcat Stadium on Thursday evening. The game marks the second season for head coach Keith Patterson under ACU. The Wildcats are now 1-0 overall and prepare to face off against Prairie View A&M on Sept. 9 at Panther Stadium.

Tay Yanta, sophomore offensive lineman from Falls City, prepares for the snap. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Dorian Plumley, sophomore safety from El Reno, Oklahoma, runs the ball downfield. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Willie the Wildcat joins the cheer team in a pre-game cheet. (Photo by Sarah Eunyoung Thompson)

Maverick McIvor, junior quarterback from San Angelo, throws the ball across the field. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
ACU offensive linemen get into the starting line up. (Photo by Sarah Eunyoung Thompson)
Marcayll Jones, sophomore wide reciever from Warner Robbins, Georga, takes the ball downfield. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Jay’Veon Sunday, junior running back from Waco, runs the ball. (Photo by Sarah Eunyoung Thompson)
Students cheer at the first home football game of the season. (Photo by Sarah Eunyoung Thompson)
Izaiah Kelley, junior linebacker from Lubbock, and Patrick Jolly, senior defensive back from Tampa, Florida, motion that the ball was clear. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Players scramble to get open. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Kyle Ramsey, sophomore kicker from Missouri City, kicks a field goal. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Jasmine Henriquez, sophmore pre-nursing major from Prosper, celebrates with the Pom Squad. (Photo by Sarah Eunyoung Thompson)

Jay’Veon Sunday, sophomore runningback from Waco, takes the ball through the defense. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Xavier Wishert, redshirt freshman running back from Tuscola, sprints to the end zone. (Photo by Daniel Curd)
Players prepare for the snap. (Photo by Daniel Curd)

Filed Under: Multimedia, Photo Galleries Tagged With: ACU Football, Football, Northern Colorado, UNC

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About Daniel Curd

Daniel is a photographer from Denver, Colorado. He is an Advertising/Public Relations major hoping to go into media creation. When not taking photos, he can be found in the library studying with friends, listening to music, or watching one of his favorite movies. For any additional photos captured by him, visit: DanielCurd.com

About Sarah Thompson

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