In a tightly contested matchup, Southeastern Louisiana clinched a narrow 10-7 victory over Incarnate Word on November 11, 2023, showcasing a powerful defensive effort. Quarterback Carson Camp led the Lions with 199 passing yards and one touchdown, ultimately securing the team’s first win in San Antonio since 2016.
Southeastern Louisiana set the tone early in the game, scoring the first ten points. Kicker Guillermo Garcia Rodriguez opened the scoring with a 22-yard field goal. The Lions extended their lead in the third quarter when Camp connected with Deantre Jackson for a 37-yard touchdown pass.
As the game progressed, Incarnate Word fought back. The Cardinals orchestrated an impressive 99-yard drive, culminating in a 1-yard touchdown run by Timothy Carter with just over four minutes left in the fourth quarter. This brought the score to 10-7, igniting hopes for a comeback.
Southeastern Louisiana’s offense struggled to maintain momentum, going three-and-out on their next possession. Incarnate Word seized the opportunity, advancing 61 yards in 11 plays to set up a potential game-tying field goal. With only seven seconds remaining, the Cardinals attempted a 38-yard field goal, which unfortunately deflected off the crossbar, sealing their fate.
The victory improved Southeastern Louisiana’s record to 8-3 overall and 6-1 in the Southland Conference. The Lions have showcased an impressive offensive performance throughout the season, averaging 35.2 points per game, including a remarkable 42.8 points against FCS opponents.
In contrast, Incarnate Word fell to 4-7 overall and 2-5 in conference play. Quarterback EJ Colson completed 16 of 24 passes for 158 yards, while running backs Jaylon Spears and Carter rushed for 97 and 83 yards, respectively. Despite their efforts, the Cardinals were unable to secure the victory in a match defined by Southeastern Louisiana’s resolute defense.
As the season progresses, both teams will look to refine their strategies for upcoming games, with Southeastern Louisiana aiming to build on this hard-fought win.
