CASTLETON, Vt. — The No. 21 Salisbury University football team delivered a dominant performance Saturday afternoon, shutting out Vermont State University Castleton 49-0 in a New Jersey Athletic Conference matchup at Dave Wolk Stadium. The Sea Gulls scored in all four quarters and held the Spartans to just 66 yards of total offense, earning their fifth win of the season.
Game Summary
Salisbury (5-1, 2-1 NJAC) asserted control early, scoring three touchdowns in the opening quarter. The Sea Gull offense continued to find the end zone throughout the game, while the defense stifled Castleton (2-4, 0-3 NJAC), completing the shutout victory.
Key Performers
Midway through the first quarter, Dario Belizaire capped a four-play, 28-yard drive with a 20-yard touchdown run. Quarterback SyRus McGowan connected with Tyler Orth on a 29-yard touchdown pass later in the quarter. Malachi Dokes added a 10-yard touchdown run before the quarter ended.
Kyle Frank broke free for a 13-yard touchdown run late in the second quarter. In the second half, Isaiah Holbrook scored two rushing touchdowns, including a 3-yard run in the third quarter and a 4-yard run early in the fourth. Camron Riley sealed the victory with a 12-yard touchdown run late in the fourth quarter.
Defensive Dominance
The Salisbury defense held Castleton to nine net rushing yards and 57 passing yards. Sherman Hatton recorded five tackles, including two tackles for loss, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery. Nick Medina posted seven tackles, and Tyler Ohlmeyer contributed an interception. Jack Potson and Gavin Jones each recorded a sack.
Looking Ahead
Salisbury returns home for Senior Day on Saturday, Oct. 24, hosting Montclair State University in another NJAC matchup. Kickoff is scheduled for 1 p.m.
Maryland Sports Blog Take
Salisbury University produced a complete performance at Dave Wolk Stadium. The Sea Gulls maintained their scoring presence throughout the game and limited Vermont State University Castleton to 66 total yards in the 49-0 victory.
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