BOURBONNAIS, Ill. — The Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College football team suffered a 42-0 setback to Olivet Nazarene University on Saturday afternoon at Ward Field.
The Pomeroys (0-8) were limited to 91 yards of total offense, including 81 yards on the ground, as the Tigers used a balanced offensive attack to secure the victory.
Zy'Eiar White led the SMWC rushing attack with 29 yards on 11 carries, while
Tillman Subocz provided a spark with 22 yards on just two attempts, including a team-long 19-yard run.
Marlon Salmon added 12 yards on three carries, while quarterback
Caden Gordon completed two passes for 10 yards.
Defensively,
Kerry Lacey highlighted the Pomeroys' efforts with six tackles and an interception.
Hezron Kincey matched Lacey with six tackles, while
Karver Queen,
JJ Knight and
Logan Metzger each finished with five stops.
Adonimi Parker was active along the defensive front, recording four tackles, including one for loss, and three quarterback hurries.
Clayton Ratliff also forced a fumble for the Pomeroys.
Olivet Nazarene finished with 401 yards of total offense, including 196 rushing yards and 205 passing yards.
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Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College returns to the road Saturday, Nov. 7, traveling to Elgin, Ill., to face Judson University. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m. CT.
