MARIETTA, Ga. – The Life University women's flag football team put on a dominant display Thursday evening, shutting out Point University 26-0 at home. After a scoreless first quarter, the Running Eagles took full control and never looked back, lighting up the scoreboard with a strong second-half performance.
The Life U defense set the tone early, forcing multiple turnovers and keeping Point from finding any rhythm. The first breakthrough came late in the second quarter when Altierra Gooch powered through for a 10-yard rushing touchdown to give the Running Eagles a 6-0 lead.
The Running Eagles doubled their lead in the third quarter, with Cheyenne Brooks connecting with Gooch for a 4-yard passing touchdown. Brooks then took matters into her own hands, scrambling for a 17-yard rushing touchdown before converting a pass for the extra point, pushing Life U lead to 20-0.
With the defense shutting down Point for the remainder of the game, the offense add another touchdown in the final quarter. Ava Falite recorded the final pass and score of the ballgame connecting for a 21-yard passing touchdown with just 12 seconds remaining, sealing the dominant 26-0 win.
INSIDE THE BOX SCORE
-- Cheyenne Brooks tossed 64 yards, 1 touchdown, and rushed for 25 yards and 1 touchdown.
-- Akera Jackson hauled in 15 receiving yards and threw for a touchdown.
-- Altierra Gooch contributed 10 rushing yards, 1 rushing touchdown, and an interception.
-- Dechea Branham led all receivers with 44 yards and a touchdown.
-- Makayla Modeste had 1 interception and 2 tackles.
Life U remains at home for their next pair of contests, looking to continue their momentum next weekend with a pair of non-conference contests.
