Keegan Shackford Named CAA Special Teams Player After OT Win

UPDATE: In a thrilling showdown, Keegan Shackford of William & Mary has been named the CAA Special Teams Player of the Week following his pivotal role in the Tribe’s 30-27 overtime victory against Campbell on Saturday. Shackford’s performance was nothing short of remarkable, as he successfully converted all three field-goal attempts, including a dramatic game-tying 38-yard kick with just 1 second left in regulation.

Shackford’s contributions were crucial in the tight match, having previously made kicks from 41 and 47 yards. This achievement marks his sixth consecutive game with a field goal, solidifying his position as a key player for the Tribe this season. With a field goal success rate of 8 for 12 and an impressive 32 of 33 on PATs, Shackford continues to make headlines in college football.

In other notable developments, the football seasons for Guilford and Averett have been abruptly cut short due to a major post-game altercation during their recent contest, which Averett won 27-21. The Old Dominion Athletic Conference (ODAC) has announced that both teams will forfeit their upcoming scheduled games, and their opponents, Bridgewater and Roanoke, will also conclude their seasons early. The ODAC stated that the incident “does not uphold the standards of sportsmanship, respect, and conduct expected within the conference.”

Meanwhile, James Madison University (JMU) has confirmed that their regular-season home finale against Washington State will take place on November 22 at either 1 or 2 p.m., with coverage on ESPN+. This announcement comes as part of a series of updates for the upcoming games in college football.

In college basketball, Norfolk State redshirt freshman My’kel Jenkins has been awarded the MEAC Rookie of the Week after an impressive showing, logging 39 points and 16 rebounds across three games. Jenkins has quickly made a significant impact, showcasing his talents in a competitive environment.

Additionally, North Carolina‘s freshman forward Caleb Wilson and Virginia Tech‘s freshman guard Neoklis Avdalas have shared the ACC Player and Rookie of the Week honors. Wilson delivered a standout performance with 46 points, while Avdalas contributed 41 points and 15 assists in their respective games.

On the women’s side, Norfolk State guard Jasha Clinton garnered the MEAC Player of the Week title after averaging 20 points per game in the Spartans’ strong start. Meanwhile, Maryland Eastern Shore freshman Kaliya Perry earned the Rookie of the Week honor with her notable performance, averaging 13 points and 10 rebounds.

As the college sports scene continues to evolve, the recent developments highlight the passion and intensity of student-athletes across multiple disciplines. Fans and supporters will be eagerly watching for upcoming games and player performances as the season progresses.