This article was written for WIZS. The Victory Bell remains in Chapel Hill after an emotional battle between the North Carolina Tar Heels and long-time rival Duke Blue Devils called for double overtime. UNC quarterback Drake Maye completed 28 passes for 342 yards and one touchdown. Maye also ran 12 times for 22 yards, includingContinue reading “UNC Football Retains the Victory Bell After Emotional Double Overtime Victory Against Duke, 47-45”
Category Archives: College Football
UNC Football Demolished Campbell in Bounce-Back Win
This article was written for WIZS. After disappointing back-to-back losses, the North Carolina Tar Heels found their footing, scoring 52 unanswered points against the visiting Campbell Fighting Camels. “Our guys did what you’re supposed to do,” said UNC head coach Mack Brown. “They took the team that they were better than and dominated them.” SophomoreContinue reading “UNC Football Demolished Campbell in Bounce-Back Win”
Duke Football Completes Game-Winning Field Goal to Secure Bowl Eligibility
After a demoralizing loss in Louisville last week, the Duke Blue Devils demonstrated resilience and grit to defeat in-state rival Wake Forest in crunch time, 24-21. Duke relied on kicker Todd Pelino to complete a game-winning 26-yard field goal. With the win, Duke bounced back from a two-game losing streak and became bowl eligible. “TheseContinue reading “Duke Football Completes Game-Winning Field Goal to Secure Bowl Eligibility”
UNC Football Outplayed Syracuse to Remain Undefeated
This article was written for WIZS Radio. An impressive display of consistent explosive runs on offense and strong tackles on defense from the North Carolina Tar Heels (UNC) paved the way for an impressive 40-7 win over Syracuse. On offense, UNC quarterback Drake Maye completed 33 passes for 442 yards. He connected with 11 receivers,Continue reading “UNC Football Outplayed Syracuse to Remain Undefeated”
UNC Executes Fourth-Quarter Comeback to Defeat Duke 38-35
This article was written for WIZS Radio. Tens of thousands of energized football fans in the vicinity of The Triangle gathered at Wallace Wade Stadium on Oct. 15 to witness the annual Duke-UNC clash. While the game remained close for much of the game, and both teams exchanged the lead multiple times, the resiliency displayedContinue reading “UNC Executes Fourth-Quarter Comeback to Defeat Duke 38-35”
Duke Blue Devils Outpace Sluggish Virginia Cavaliers to Win 38-17
This article was written for WIZS Radio. Duke’s potent offense, once again, got off to a hot start, scoring multiple touchdowns in the first half. An impressive display of offensive efficiency and strong tackling on defense helped Duke end a 13-game Atlantic Coasting Conference losing streak. Duke earned its first win against the visiting VirginiaContinue reading “Duke Blue Devils Outpace Sluggish Virginia Cavaliers to Win 38-17”
Recap: Duke Blue Devils Annihilate Aggies to Extend Win Streak
This article was written for WIZS Radio. Building on two high-scoring wins, the Duke Blue Devils amplified their momentum during Saturday’s exciting victory against North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State’s Aggies. There was no shortage of fans cheering on the Blue Devils during their second home game of the season. For the first time sinceContinue reading “Recap: Duke Blue Devils Annihilate Aggies to Extend Win Streak“
New Beginnings Signal Bright Future for Duke University’s Football Program
This article was written for WIZS Radio. A fresh start for Duke’s football program hints at a brighter future for the coaching staff, players, and fans. For the first time in nearly 33 years, Duke shutout a Football Bowl Subdivision team. Duke’s offense, under the control of Mike Elko, the team’s new head coach, ralliedContinue reading “New Beginnings Signal Bright Future for Duke University’s Football Program”
UNC-Charlotte 49ers ‘Electrifying’ Offense Outpaces UMass Minutemen
Before kickoff on Saturday, September 14, the Massachusetts Minutemen (UMass) led 1-0 in series play against the Charlotte 49ers. UMass dominated the 49ers in the first quarter of last season’s meeting, outscoring them 28-0. Several months later, the 49ers got their revenge. The 49ers wasted no time putting points on the scoreboard. In the openingContinue reading “UNC-Charlotte 49ers ‘Electrifying’ Offense Outpaces UMass Minutemen”
Pittsburgh Holds On, Cuts Duke’s Fourth Quarter Comeback Short
Despite an uncomfortably slow and disheartening first three quarters for Duke’s offense, the team erased Pittsburgh’s early 23-point lead within the final fifteen minutes and kept the game at an equal level until the Panthers pieced together a game-winning offensive series with just under 50 seconds left on the clock. Sometimes a slow start canContinue reading “Pittsburgh Holds On, Cuts Duke’s Fourth Quarter Comeback Short”