Old Dominion Dominates Troy, Securing a 33-0 Victory
Recap of Troy vs Old Dominion (0-33). Game highlights, key performances, and analysis.
Old Dominion Dominates Troy, Securing a 33-0 Victory
**Game Result Overview**
Old Dominion University (ODU) convincingly defeated Troy University (Troy) with a final score of 33-0. The Monarchs’ offense proved too much for the Trojans' defense, while Old Dominion's defense successfully shut down Troy's offensive efforts.
**Key Individual Performances**
Old Dominion's offense was spearheaded by quarterback Colton Joseph, who threw for 147 yards and a touchdown on 10 of 20 passing attempts. The ground game was equally impressive, with Devin Roche leading all rushers with 145 yards on 16 carries. Trequan Jones contributed significantly with 96 rushing yards and a touchdown on just nine attempts. Tre' Brown III was Joseph's primary target, amassing 112 receiving yards on five receptions. Defensively, Jackson Forrest led the Monarchs with 10 tackles and a sack.
For Troy, quarterback Will Crowder struggled to find a rhythm, completing 11 of 21 passes for only 98 yards. Tucker Kilcrease saw limited action, completing both of his pass attempts for 14 yards. Jarris Williams led the Trojans' rushing attack with a mere 16 yards on five carries. Roman Mothershed was the leading receiver for Troy, with 37 receiving yards on three catches. On defense, Devin Lafayette led the team with nine tackles.
**Turning Points**
Several key plays defined the game. In the first quarter, a punt by E. Crenshaw traveled 51 yards, but Devin Roche returned it for 49 yards. However, a personal foul penalty against Old Dominion gave the Trojans the ball back. In the second quarter, Colton Joseph connected with Tre' Brown III on a deep pass for 51 yards, setting up the Monarchs deep in Troy territory. Later in the second quarter, Will Crowder was sacked for a loss of 7 yards by J. Mack Jr., hindering Troy's offensive progress.
The third quarter saw a major shift in momentum. Devin Roche broke free for a 67-yard run, bringing Old Dominion within striking distance of the end zone. The Monarchs were unable to capitalize on the drive. However, Jackson Forrest sacked Will Crowder for a loss of 10 yards. Late in the third quarter, a 47-yard field goal attempt by N. Eichner was no good.
In the fourth quarter, Trequan Jones sealed the victory for Old Dominion with a 65-yard touchdown run. This decisive play put the game out of reach for Troy. On the other side of the ball, the Trojans continued to struggle, with J. James being sacked for a loss of 9 yards by C. Spencer.
**Looking Ahead**
Old Dominion's dominant performance showcased their offensive firepower and defensive prowess. The Monarchs will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games. Troy, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address their offensive struggles and defensive inconsistencies to improve their performance in future contests. Both teams will need to make adjustments as they move forward in their season.