Savion Williams - 222 yards, 3 touchdownsTCU ON TO SWEET 16!
Article By: El Paso, Texas — In a high-stakes battle at Sun Bowl Stadium, the TCU Horned Frogs held off a fierce comeback by Virginia Tech to claim a 30-24 victory, advancing to the Sweet 16 of the Beefy Cup Tournament. TCU took an early lead, going up 17-3 at halftime, but Virginia Tech made it a fight to the finish.
The Horned Frogs dominated the first half with explosive plays, highlighted by quarterback Josh Hoover’s precision passing. Hoover threw for an impressive 412 yards, with standout receiver Savion Williams emerging as his favorite target. Williams had a career-defining performance, racking up 222 yards and three touchdowns, including a thrilling 98-yard score that electrified TCU fans and put the Horned Frogs firmly in the driver’s seat.
The TCU defense also shined early on, completing a crucial goal-line stand at the end of the first half to keep the Hokies out of the end zone and maintain their 17-3 lead.
However, the third quarter saw momentum shift when TCU running back Cam Cook fumbled on consecutive drives, giving Virginia Tech new life. The Hokies capitalized on the turnovers, scoring twice and closing the gap to a one-score game. With TCU’s lead suddenly in jeopardy, Cook redeemed himself in the fourth quarter with a powerful rushing touchdown that extended the Horned Frogs' lead to two scores.
Virginia Tech made one final push, scoring late in the game, but the Horned Frogs managed to run down the clock and secure the win. With this hard-fought victory, TCU advances to the Sweet 16, where they will face the winner of Kansas and Florida.
TCU’s resilience in the face of a comeback underscores their potential as a tournament contender, while the standout performances by Hoover and Williams suggest they’ll be a formidable offensive force in the next round.
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