Abilene, TX- Facing a NCAA Division I FCS opponent for the first time in program history, Arizona Christian could not slow Abilene Christian in the ACU v ACU matchup on Saturday.  The Wildcats controlled the first half before the Firestorm put together a decent second half.

Freshman Tyler Duncan impressed in his collegiate debut with two touchdown passes.

Junior Jacob Hernandez lead the defensive charge with a game high 10 total tackles.

Game Info

• Game score: Abilene Christian 66, Arizona Christian 14
• Records: Arizona Christian- 0-2, 0-0 SAC, Abilene Christian- 1-1, 0-0 Southland
• NAIA Top 25 Rank: Arizona Christian – RV, Abilene Christian – not ranked
• Location: Wildcat Stadium, Abilene, TX

Offensive Stars

• Tyler Duncan - 10-13, 118 passing yards, two touchdowns, 30 yards rushing
• Bailey Ehrlich - 2 catches, 49 receiving yards, touchdown
• Aaron Childers - 2 catches, touchdown

Defensive Stars

• Jacob Hernandez - 10 tackles
• Joel Zurita - 6 tackles, forced fumble
• Jaron Green - 6 tackles, fumble recovery
• Deon Horton - 5 tackles
• Deonsaye Dean - 5 tackles

Inside The Numbers

• After falling behind 45-0 at the break, the Firestorm played a 21-14 second half against the NCAA Division I FCS Wildcats
• Duncan lead touchdown drives of 6 plays, 69 yards and then 11 plays, 78 yards

Thoughts from Coach Bowen

"It was a learning experience for the Firestorm.  There were many bright spots.  Now we need to focus on getting ready for league play in two weeks."

Up Next

Arizona Christian will enjoy a bye week before heading into SAC play and traveling to Wayland Baptist in Plainview, TX, on September 21.  Kick-off is set for 2:00 pm Central/ 12:00 pm Arizona.