Virginia Union University's
Khalid Morris connected on 14 of 27 passes for 298 yards and season-high three touchdowns as VUU defeated Elizabeth City State University 44-14 on Saturday, October 30, in Elizabeth City, N.C.
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Morris threw no interceptions while the Panther offensive line allowed no sacks.
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VUU's defense held Elizabeth City State to just 10 yards rushing while
Ronnie Monroe had an interception and a fumble recovery.
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Union's
Jada Byers led the Panthers with 99 yards rushing on 20 carries, including rushing for three touchdowns.
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VUU rushed out to a 34-0 halftime lead on three first-half touchdowns by Byers.Â
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Morris connected with wide receiver
Charles Hall for a 74-yard touchdown strike.
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The win raised VUU's record to 5-4 overall and 4-2 in the CIAA. Elizabeth City State fell to 3-6 overall and 3-3 in CIAA play.
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Virginia Union wraps up the 2021 season when the Panthers play host to arch-rival Virginia State University in a nationally televised game at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, November 6, at Willie Lanier Field in Hovey Stadium.
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