Houston Christian dominates Louisiana Christian 70-7 for first win
- Semaj Brown scored the first touchdown of the game with an 83-yard kickoff return.
- Houston Christian's quarterback Eli Brickhandler threw two touchdown passes, contributing to a dominant first half.
- The victory marked coach Jason Bachtel's first win with the Huskies, showcasing a strong offensive performance.
On Saturday night, Houston Christian achieved a significant victory against Louisiana Christian, an NAIA member, with a score of 70-7. This game marked the first win for coach Jason Bachtel with the Huskies. The match began with Semaj Brown making an impressive 83-yard return on the opening kickoff, scoring a touchdown on his first career return. Following this, quarterback Eli Brickhandler connected with Deuce McMillan for a 35-yard touchdown pass, extending the lead to 15-0. As the game progressed, Brickhandler threw another touchdown pass, this time a 34-yarder to AJ Wilson, bringing the score to 22-0. Calvin Hill contributed to the scoring with a 25-yard touchdown run, leading to a commanding 29-0 halftime score. Darryle Evans showcased his skills with two touchdown runs, including a notable 66-yard run that capped off the scoring for Houston Christian. Despite the overwhelming defeat, Louisiana Christian managed to mount a 15-play, 75-yard drive that resulted in their only touchdown, making the score 36-7. Houston Christian's offensive performance was remarkable, surpassing their previous high score of 68 points achieved against Texas Southern in 2019. This victory not only boosts the morale of the Huskies but also sets a positive tone for the remainder of the season as they look to build on this success under their new coach.