Saturday, October 24 was a great day for CSU-Pueblo football. The ThunderWolves stomped Western State’s Mountaineers in a 38 to 27 victory. The Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference game was played at the Neta and Eddie DeRose ThunderBowl.

By fighting the Mountaineers stubborn defense, the ThunderWolves took the defense down stone by stone. Lewis, a mere 5-foot 6-inches and 165 pounds, rushed 181 yards total and achieved three touchdowns for the team. Converted cornerback Johnson added an additional 99 yards and another touchdown. The team totaled 328 yards rushing, using their offensive line consisting of only freshmen players.

A rather unconventional game play using the wildcat play allowed Lewis to take snaps directly from centr and hand them off to Johnson or, if he saw a clear spot to run into, take the ball away himself.

A critical play just before halftime began as the ‘Wolves were at their own 34 yard line on 3rd down with 18 yards to go. Clancy saw receiver Augie Agyei and Agyei carried down the sidelines for 37 yards, keeping the play alive. Johnson then closed the deal with a 1-yard touchdown drive.  This play left the ThunderWolves 24 to 14 at halftime.

The Mountaineers were able to cut the lead down a bit when Gillespie returns a field gold attempt 75 yards for a touchdown.  However, Western Sate never gained the momentum to threaten CSU-Pueblo.

As the game reached its victorious climax, students began preparing for the homecoming dance to be held that night. Colorado State University – Pueblo enjoyed a great weekend in very way.