Tyler, TX- Down seven after a quarter, Arizona Christian used a 28 point second quarter to move in front and hold on for a 31-27 win over Texas College on Saturday.

Senior Aaron Brown was the offensive spark as he netted 119 rushing yards and two touchdown runs of 33 and 47 yards.

However, the ACU defense was the driving force as they recorded two interceptions (including a pick six from Junior Jaron Green), eight tackles for loss, two sacks, and a huge fourth-and-one stand in the final minutes of the game.

Game Info

• Game score: Arizona Christian 31, Texas College 27
• Records: Arizona Christian- 5-0, 3-0 SAC, Texas College- 0-2, 0-2 SAC
• NAIA Top 25 Rank: Arizona Christian - 19, Texas College - not ranked
• Location:  Trinity Mother Frances Rose Stadium, Tyler, TX

Offensive Stars

• Aaron Brown - 17 carries, 119 rushing yards, 2 touchdowns
• Aidan Quinn - 17 carries, 76 rushing yards, 3 catches, 20 yards
• Maverick Gamez - 151 yards passing, 1 touchdown
• Kendrick Murphy - 4 catches, 49 yards, 1 touchdown

Defensive Stars

• Jaron Green - 9 tackles, 2.5 tackles for loss, 1 sack, and 17 yard interception touchdown
• Brent Clemons - 11 tackles
• Zhi'irKane James - 8 tackles (4 solo)
• Diante Flowers - 8 tackles
• Sam Ver Straten - 8 tackles
• Rawston Redick - 6 tackles, interception

Inside The Numbers

• Firestorm scored 28 points in the second quarter, only three the rest of the game
• ACU out gained TC offensively 337-322
• ACU gave up seven sacks while committing nine penalties
• Both teams committed two turnovers, ACU kept two other fumbles

Thoughts from Coach Bowen

"It was ugly… but a win.  Now we get ready for Ottawa."

Up Next

The Firestorm will meet up with new crosstown rival Ottawa (AZ) for the first time on Saturday.  The game will be played at Spirit Field on the OUAZ campus.  Kick-off in Surprise is set for 7:00 pm.