Week 13: SC State vs. BCU

Due to Hurricane Matthew a few months back, the matchup between SC State and Bethune Cookman University had to be rescheduled. Thanksgiving week went by pretty fast and the matchup was well anticipated. 

 

The Wildcats of Bethune Cookman Share a moment of Celebation after a big play
Photo Credit: BCU WILDCATS

The wildcats of Bethune Cookman came into this week after a big win over the Rattlers of FAMU, in the traditional Florida Classic down in Orlando, Florida. This matchup between the Bulldogs and Wildcats is always a great one, a game that always provokes emotion and will have you on your feet the entire time. Well this year was no different....at least in the beginning it was

 

SC State QB Dewann Ford Jr. Completes a big
3rd down pass to Quan Caldwell, which led
to a touchdown during the following play.

SC State came hard at the Wildcats with the biggest plot twist of all....Playing WR Mykal Moody and Dewann Ford Jr as the only QB's of the game. And I must say that the ball moved a lot more than it had this entire season. I believe that it's safe to say that Mykal Moody shocked the fans, the coaches and of course the Wildcats! Dewann Ford Jr, a backup QB this year who transitioned between QB and WR during the games, had many completed conversions as well. Between the two, I'm sure the Bulldogs were rethinking the decisions that they had made throughout the entire season. 

Moody, who switched from wide receiver to quarterback midweek, rushed for 158 yards and three touchdowns and passed for another TD to lead South Carolina State to a 28-7 victory over Bethune-Cookman on Saturday. Additionally, Ford Jr. Threw for a totaled 51 yards and made big 3rd down plays to keep the drives down the field alive. These two men were surely on fire and lead the Bulldogs to an easy and confident win with the help of an ALWAYS dependable defense  

 

 

HAIL WILCATS.....

HELL NAWL (not this time Wildcats)

Week 12 SC State vs. Savannah State

The matchup of the Bulldogs of SC State and the Tigers of Savannah State is a much anticipated game. Even though our competitors whom we face vary each season, Savannah is always our last regular season game, and truthfully, we always take care of business! Since I have attended this university I can never recall having a doubt in my mind about defeating when Savannah was our opposing team.

SR QB Adrian Kollock sharing a moment of
reflection with R FR QB Dewann Ford Jr.

It was Senior Day as well in Oliver C. Dawson. The seniors had a chance to display their talent, and go out with an easy win over the Tigers. The Seniors included ......

 

Dondre Brown

Ahmaad Harris

Marquise Jones

Phillip Henry

Adrian Kollock Jr.

Eric Dickerson 

Javarius Leamon

Shaquan Brock

JAmes Middleton

Tyler Smith

 

 

 

However, there was one senior player in

particular who broke unthinkable barriers. Joe Thomas Sr. Is a Senior running back, yet he's not your typical Senior. Mr Thomas is 55 years old, playing Division-1 football. Mr Thomas has been on the team for a while now but was reluctant to get any reps outside of practice. Well on this day, all of that changed, Thomas carried the ball for 3 yards in Saturday's matchup. At that point, Mr. Joe Thomas Sr. became the oldest player to ever play Division 1 football and made HISTORY and headlines nationwide! What a remarkable day it was in Bulldog country indeed

 

 

"NEVER GIVE UP ON YOUR DREAMS"

GO BULLDOGS!!

 

Joe Thomas Sr.
Photo credit to: Bleacher Report

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Week 11: SC State vs. Norfolk State

 With 1:07 left in the first quarter on Saturdays matchup against the bulldogs of SC State and the Spartans of Norfolk State, Redshirt Fr. QB Dewann Ford Jr. was able to get the ball to RB Dondre Brown to get the bulldogs on the board first, Tyler Scandrett followed with a completed kick (Thank God). Early in the second quarter Norfolk put themselves on the board, retaliating with a 41 yard field goal by K Cameron Marouf. From that point on the back and forth game of field goals (and of course it just wouldn't be right it Scandrett didn't miss a kick) was underway, up until the fourth quarter when a four yard run by Greg Hankerson sealed the deal for the Norfolks victory.

Two bulldogs share a moment on the sideline
QB Dewann Ford Jr & WR Kanome Mcintosh

Honestly, I can say that in my years at this university, I have never seen these results coming from bulldog football. Am I disappointed in the players? No. As a spectator, its plain to see that at this point the coaches are leading them in the incorrect direction and wrongly advising plays out on the filed. Any chances that could've been had this season are officially out of the window for the SC State bulldogs as they fall to 3-6 overall and 3-3 in the MEAC conference placing us in about 6th place in the standings.

 

Week 10: SC State vs. NC A&T

The bulldogs and aggies preparing for a play

The Rivalry between The Bulldogs of SC State and the Aggies of North Carolina A&T had always been fiery! Especially during football season, because both teams were most likely leaders in the MEAC conference when the face off took place. Well this year was no different, although SC State is behind after their upsetting loss to the Hampton Pirates last weekend, they were looking to make a change during this weeks face off! 

 

The heart and soul of A&T RB Tarik Cohen

It's safe to say that this game was FULL OF EMOTIONS! No matter who you were supporting, you were up, you were down, you were happy, you were sad, you screamed, you cheered, you had moments of disappointment, and you were most definitely taunted during this matchup! So many fans walked away horse from yelling and screaming during the game. Of course both fans weren't happy with the results, but both fans could agree that it was a great game this year, and both teams give their all when they hit the field. 

 

 WR Dewann Ford JR Following a 12 yeard reception

The Bulldogs and the Aggies faced off, starting early with an Aggie touchdown by their most prominent and historical player in A&T history, RB Tarik Cohen (and let's just say the Bulldog defense kept him under wraps for the rest of the game because following that TD, he got NADA). Following that was a successful PAT and a field goal to put the lead at 10-0 over the Bulldogs. But before halftime the Aggies scored again and Adrian Kollock ran in the ball for 17 yards (it was another PAT failed by T. Scandrett) and it was Demontrez Burroughs who had yet another prominent catch in this matchup. The Bulldog offense was down bad and couldn't really make much happen but the connection between QB York and Burroughs was almost magical as everyone held their breath as he caught a 41 yard pass that looked as though it was impossible to catch. 

 

After halftime, the Bulldogs remained consistent and scored another TD which was a 1 yard run by York. However that wasn't enough to hold up against the Aggie offense who answered with a 9 yard TD pass to the very Elijah Bell at receiver. With 2 minutes left and what would be the final drive of the game for the SC State offense, York threw an interception which led to a 29 yard return and sealed the Aggie win 30-20 over the Bulldogs. Unfortunately. 

Week 9: SC State vs. Hampton

Less than two and a half minutes into the 1st quarter the Pirates scored and took the lead 7-0. The Bulldogs answered with Bishop Ford running in a 1-yard touchdown to even up the score 7-7. However, the pirates didn't let the first quarter end without making their presence known and came back with another TD to secure the lead yet again. The Bulldogs obviously hadn't traveled all this way to take defeat, in the second quarter Kanome Mckintosh scored with a 23 yard reception and Bishop Ford with a 13 yard reception to take the lead, unfortunately Tyler Scandrett failed the PAT following Bishop Ford's TD, leaving the lead at 20-14.

In the 3rd and 4th quarter the Pirates and seeded with two touchdowns and successful PATs. At that point, they had taken the lead 28-20 over the Bulldogs. In the 3rd quarter Tyler Scandrett missed a 26 yard field goal, blowing any chances of catching up to the Pirates on his part. The Bulldogs tried to pull it out with only two minutes left in the 4th quarter, Dondre Brown ran it in for a successful TD attempt and the two point conversion failed. Securing the win for the Hampton Pirates. Leaving everyone confused and SPEECHLESS! 

 

 

 Week 9 of college football was full of upsets! And this weeks matchup between SC State and Hampton University was no different. I believe that it's safe to say that the mindset of the SC State Bulldogs was that this was going to be a typically easy matchup, because during the tenure of the current members on the team, Hampton has never gave them any trouble or any reason to have doubts. I believe I have numerous people who can agree when I say "I didn't see it coming"

Week 8: SC State vs. Deleware State

In week 8 of college football, the Bulldogs of SC State faced off against the __ of Delaware State University. This week was the Livest Homecoming in America for SC State, so it was only right if a win was in place for the Bulldogs. 

The Bulldogs quickly took the lead with a 14-yard touchdown pass from QB/WR Dewann Ford Jr. to QB/WR Adrian Kollock Jr in the first quarter. The rest of the game was literally history from there. The Bulldog defense kept the hornets at a stand still only allowing one successful field goal attempt to put three point on the board. I know with this Bulldog football team it's most definitely safe to say that DEFENSE WINS GAMES! 

 

This week, a fairly new bulldog made his breakout debut at the Oliver C Dawson Stadium. Demontrez Burroughs who didn't play at all in the first 5 games for SC State, finally touched the turf last week. Burroughs, a true freshman standing at 6'2, 200 lbs from Charlotte, North Carolina quickly made his presence on the field. Burroughs who originally played on the defensive side of the ball, had 4 receptions for 70 yards and received a 41 yard reception for a TD! He is on fire and he will definitely be an asset to his team! 

The deal was successfully sealed with a 30-3 win over the Hornets of DSU, what a great turnout for SC State! The Bulldogs hit the road yet again and head to Hampton Virginia to face off against the Pirates of Hampton University. 

 

Picture 1:SC State Bulldogs have a moment of prayer.

 

Picture 2: Darius Leonard pictured after an interception.

 

Picture 3: L to R: Darius Taylor, Darius Leonard and Greg Newell

Week 7: SC State vs. Howard

This week, the bulldogs of SC State, traveled to the nations capitol to prepare for game day against one of the well known HBCU's of all time, the Bison's of Howard University. 

     Getting off to a slow start, presumably due to the two weeks off, the bulldogs had a scoreless first quarter. It wasn't until the second quarter, that the all-star defense that the football program is known for showed up! With 6:19 remaining in the half, Darius Leonard returned a 64 yard interception for a bulldog touchdown!! Tyler Scandrett followed with the PAT bringing the game score to 7-0 at the half. However, Howard wasn't going into their locker rooms for half-time without a fight. The kicker for the Bison's Dakota Lebofsky made a 24-yard field goal with nearly a minutes and a half left in the quarter. The halftime score was 7-3.
 Even after half-time, the game still presented itself to be a struggle for the bulldogs. In the middle of the 3rd quarter, the Bison's own Kyle Anthoy caught a 6-yard pass from his quarterback and put 6 more on the board for the Bison's. The PAT failed. lol Leaving the score at SC State:7 and Howard:9. In all my years at this university, i don't believe we have lost to Howard, or struggled in a game against them. Ultimately the bulldogs ended up gathering themselves accordingly and scoring early in the fourth quarter to seal the win. The TD was a 5 yard pass to Mykal Moody and Scandrett followed with the PAT. Next week is homecoming, or WONL or the LHIA, our homecoming has so many nicknames and is known for so many things, just make sure you dont forget to stop by to get your weekly dose of Bulldog football!