Qualon Jones leads SFA to victory over Lamar in Southland clash
- Stephen F. Austin took an early lead with a touchdown pass on the opening drive and led 13-7 at halftime.
- Qualon Jones scored two crucial second-half touchdowns, while Lamar attempted a comeback with an 80-yard touchdown pass.
- The victory improved Stephen F. Austin's record to 4-2 overall and 2-1 in the Southland Conference.
In Beaumont, Texas, on Saturday, October 12, 2024, Stephen F. Austin secured a 27-20 victory over Lamar in a Southland Conference matchup. The Lumberjacks took an early lead with a 36-yard touchdown pass from Sam Vidlak to Kylon Harris on their opening drive. By halftime, they led 13-7, thanks to field goals from Chris Campos. In the second half, Qualon Jones made a significant impact, scoring two touchdowns, which were pivotal in maintaining their lead despite a strong response from Lamar. The Cardinals managed to score an 80-yard touchdown pass and a 2-yard touchdown run in the fourth quarter, but it was not enough to overcome the Lumberjacks' advantage. Vidlak's performance was notable, completing 26 of 37 passes for 329 yards, while Harris and Blaine Green were key receivers, each surpassing 100 yards. Lamar's quarterback, Robert Coleman, threw for 279 yards but faced an interception, highlighting the challenges the Cardinals faced throughout the game. This win improved Stephen F. Austin's record to 4-2 overall and 2-1 in conference play, while Lamar fell to 3-3 and 0-1 in the Southland Conference.