Troy absolutely blasted rival Amsterdam 47-8 in their season opener Friday night, putting on a clinic on offense, defense, and special teams. Junior quarterback Anthony Brown, in his first varsity start, emerged from the end zone huddle with a well-deserved grin after a lopsided home victory over the Rugged Rams in Section 2 Class A action. This wasn’t just a win, it was a thorough domination, showing everyone Troy is coming for it all this season.
This Offense Is Just Different
The Flying Horses offense was electric right from the jump, scoring touchdowns on four possessions in the first half alone. Remember last year when they beat Amsterdam 34-28 to win the Capital Division title? Well, this time they *routed* ’em. Troy outgained Amsterdam 303-101 in yards, and honestly, that number is even a bit misleading because the defense was setting them up with insane field position all night. They opened five different series on Amsterdam’s side of the field, and every single one ended in a touchdown. That’s efficiency! Senior running back Nymiear Jenkins got the scoring started with a 1-yard touchdown run, then Brown hit Deonte Raysor for a 31-yard touchdown pass. Vulonn Forde, who the Rugged Rams had nightmares about all night, then galloped untouched for a 16-yard score, putting Troy up 20-0. Jenkins then capped the first half scoring with a 6-yard touchdown run out of the Wildcat formation. This team is scoring from everywhere, and it’s awesome.
Hungry For More
What’s really wild is what the players are saying after this kind of beatdown. Vulonn Forde, who went off for three touchdown runs (16, 26, and 22 yards, baby!), didn’t pull any punches, saying, “Amsterdam is one of our biggest rivals and a team we don’t like. The score should have been a lot greater. We’re not really satisfied.” Can you believe that? Forty-seven points, and they’re not satisfied! Brown echoed that fire, adding, “Honestly, this was pretty great. I think there is more to expect.” Coach Jordan Canzeri confirmed that hungry mindset, noting, “All of these guys were so hungry to get out here. To do what we did today, and knowing that we can improve in so many areas still is something they all know.” He only found two things to nitpick: too many penalties and Brown’s 29-yard loss trying to avoid a sack. Kieonte Green even got in on the action with a 68-yard punt return touchdown. This team means business, and they’re just getting started.
Next week, Vulonn Forde says they’re “planning to come harder.” You gotta love that fire from a senior who’s already surpassed 1,000 yards in previous seasons and is breaking tackles like it’s his job. Troy is 1-0 overall and 1-0 in Class A. With that kind of talent and that kind of mindset, who knows what this squad can achieve. Get ready for more!
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Originally reported by Yahoo Sports.
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