OTTAWA, Kan. - The Ottawa Braves delivered a complete performance on both sides of the ball, shutting out Midland University 48-0 on Saturday afternoon at AdventHealth Field. Ottawa's high-powered offense, led by quarterback
Anna Anderson, overwhelmed Midland from the opening drive and never let up.
How It Happened
Ottawa wasted no time setting the tone. After a strong defensive stand,
Anna Anderson capped an eight-play, 49-yard drive with a 1-yard touchdown run to give the Braves a 7-0 lead late in the first quarter.
The second quarter turned into a showcase for Ottawa's offensive creativity. Anderson connected with
Jaida Bayron for a short touchdown pass, then orchestrated a highlight lateral play that ended with
Marley Spielberg in the end zone. Just like that, Ottawa stretched the lead to 21-0 by halftime.
Coming out of the break, the Braves stayed aggressive. Anderson found Spielberg again for a 10-yard score in the third quarter, pushing the margin to 28-0.
The fourth quarter was all Ottawa. Touchdown passes to
Alyssa Linkous (twice) and another explosive scoring play finished by Tatiana Dos Santos blew the game wide open. The Braves closed it out with a 74-yard drive in the final minutes, sealing the 48-0 shutout victory.
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Stats Recap
- Anna Anderson: 31-of-37 passing, 320 yards, 6 TDs; added 1 rushing TD
- Total Offense: Ottawa out gained Midland 377–175
- Passing Attack: 356 team passing yards for the Braves
- Receiving Leaders:
- Defense:
- Special Teams Spark: 93 punt return yards, including a 43-yard return by Sotillo
Who is Next
Ottawa (9-1, 7-0) returns to AdventHealth Field on Wednesday, April 1 against Hesston College. Game time is set for 6:00 p.m.
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