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Beloit's explosive start spoils Lawrence homecoming

Hunter Carlson (12) rushed for a game high 62 yards against Beloit
Box Score   APPLETON, Wis. — Lawrence drops homecoming game to Beloit College with a final score of 34-0 

Beloit capitalized on two long touchdown passes to build a 13-0 lead by the end of the first quarter. The Vikings struggled offensively, managing only 15 yards through the air while facing pressure that resulted in two sacks for a loss of 16 yards. Despite Hunter Carlson's 12-yard rush securing a first down, Lawrence's drives were hampered by tackles for loss and a fumble that ended a promising possession.

Beloit extended their lead early in the second quarter with a 17-yard touchdown pass from Jared Torres to Zach Cary, followed by John Connolly's successful extra point, putting the score at 20-0. The Vikings struggled to respond, managing only 29 rushing yards and 11 passing yards in the quarter. The Buccaneers capitalized further on a 45-yard punt return touchdown by Kadir Battle and a 16-yard touchdown pass to AJ Williams, leading 34-0 at halftime.

Lawrence's defense turned momentum in the third quarter with Kolbe Gelvin's interception of a Jared Torres pass at 12:01, which was returned six yards to the Vikings' 17. This was followed by a 15-yard unsportsmanlike conduct penalty against Beloit, advancing Lawrence to their own 32. Despite gaining 39 yards on their subsequent drive, the Vikings' offense was unable to convert on downs, turning the ball over at Beloit's 29-yard line. The period ended with a score of Beloit 34, Lawrence 0.

In the fourth quarter, the Vikings maintained possession with a series of strategic plays, but the drive ultimately stalled with two turnovers on downs. Carlson contributed significantly with 30 rushing yards, including a crucial 9-yard gain, while RJ Connell completed five passes for 44 yards. Despite forcing a fumble recovered by Chris Lozano. Lawrence was unable to capitalize in the red zone, ending the game scoreless against Beloit's 34.
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Players Mentioned

Hunter Carlson

#12 Hunter Carlson

RB/WR
5' 10"
Junior
Kolbe Gelvin

#26 Kolbe Gelvin

DB
5' 8"
Junior
Chris Lozano

#3 Chris Lozano

LB
5' 11"
Senior
RJ Connell

#8 RJ Connell

QB
6' 2"
Senior

Players Mentioned

Hunter Carlson

#12 Hunter Carlson

5' 10"
Junior
RB/WR
Kolbe Gelvin

#26 Kolbe Gelvin

5' 8"
Junior
DB
Chris Lozano

#3 Chris Lozano

5' 11"
Senior
LB
RJ Connell

#8 RJ Connell

6' 2"
Senior
QB
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