In a close and competitive game at Jewell Stadium, Fort Branch, IN, the Oakland City University football team faced off against the Walsh Cavaliers in a Midwest Sprint Football League contest on September 28, 2024. Despite a strong showing, Oakland City narrowly missed victory, ending the game with a tight score of 21-20 in favor of Walsh.
The match was played under challenging conditions with persistent rain, adding an extra layer of difficulty for the players. Oakland City led at halftime with a score of 7-6, thanks to significant plays by
Daniel Honeycutt,
Quintin Rodgers, and
Koien Banks, each making pivotal touchdowns that kept the team competitive throughout the game. However, crucial moments including a fumble recovery for a touchdown by Walsh's Darrius Calhoun were decisive in tipping the scale.
Looking forward, Oakland City aims to bounce back from this narrow loss as they prepare to face Saint Mary-of-the-Woods College on October 5, in Terre Haute, IN. With their current record at 1-1, the team is focusing on strategic improvements to secure a victory in the upcoming game.
