Virginia State dominates in 23-7 win over Benedict College in 2024 Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic
Black College Football Hall of Fame
Published on : 9/1/2024
Virginia State University fell behind early, but took control soon after to defeat Benedict College 23-7 in the 2024 Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic at Tom Benson Hall of Fame Stadium in Canton.
Benedict went ahead 7-0 early when a blocked field goal became a return for a touchdown by long-snapper Jesse Bradbury IV with 10:59 to play in the first quarter.
The Trojans answered with 51-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Romelo Williams to receiver Kevin Gayles to tie the score 7-7 later in the first quarter.
After that, it was all Virginia State, which dominated on offense, outgaining Benedict 384-233 in total yards.
Trojans running back Jimmyll Williams led the way with 23 carries for 150 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was named the game’s Offensive Most Valuable Player.
The game was delayed for about 45 minutes with 9:22 to play in the third quarter when inclement weather, including lighting, rolled in. The Trojans led 23-7 at the time.
For more on the game, click here.
Benedict went ahead 7-0 early when a blocked field goal became a return for a touchdown by long-snapper Jesse Bradbury IV with 10:59 to play in the first quarter.
The Trojans answered with 51-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Romelo Williams to receiver Kevin Gayles to tie the score 7-7 later in the first quarter.
After that, it was all Virginia State, which dominated on offense, outgaining Benedict 384-233 in total yards.
Trojans running back Jimmyll Williams led the way with 23 carries for 150 yards and 2 touchdowns. He was named the game’s Offensive Most Valuable Player.
The game was delayed for about 45 minutes with 9:22 to play in the third quarter when inclement weather, including lighting, rolled in. The Trojans led 23-7 at the time.
For more on the game, click here.
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