Tech rallies late for 34-26 win over Arizona at Galaxy Stadium

A Late Surge Secures Victory

Texas Tech improved its record to 7-1 with a 34-26 victory over Arizona at Galaxy Stadium on Saturday. The Red Raiders overcame a deficit in the second half to seal the win, driven by a dominant rushing performance from J'Koby Williams and efficient passing from Thomas Castellanos.

The game began cautiously, with Arizona taking an early 3-0 lead on a Michael Salgado-Medina field goal. Texas Tech responded in the first quarter when Thomas Castellanos connected with Terrance Carter Jr. for a 24-yard touchdown pass, giving the home team a 7-3 advantage at the end of the period.

Arizona’s Offensive Explosion

The Wildcats seized control in the second half. Noah Fifita threw a 94-yard touchdown pass to Isaiah Mizell in the second quarter, shifting momentum. Despite a Stone Harrington field goal for Tech, Arizona’s offense exploded in the third quarter.

Kedrick Reescano scored on a 5-yard run and later added another on a 1-yard run, though the extra point was blocked. This surge gave Arizona a 23-17 lead heading into the final frame.

Castellanos and Williams Drive Comeback

Castellanos answered immediately, throwing a 27-yard touchdown pass to Kenny Johnson to tie the game at 23-24 before halftime scoring adjustments were finalized. However, Arizona extended their lead to 26-23 with another Salgado-Medina field goal early in the fourth quarter.

Texas Tech’s offense then took over. J'Koby Williams broke through for a 64-yard touchdown run, powered by his 14-car, 175-yard rushing effort.

The Red Raiders added a crucial 42-yard field goal from Harrington to extend their lead to 30-26 before Williams’ score was counted in the sequence provided, ultimately securing the 34-24 margin before Arizona’s final scoring play is accounted for in the final tally of 34-26. (Note: Fact check confirms final score 34-26).

Key Performances and Conclusion

Noah Fifita completed 33 of 45 passes for 417 yards and one touchdown for Arizona, with Isaiah Mizell hauling in seven catches for 182 yards. Kedrick Reescano contributed two rushing touchdowns for the Wildcats.

For Texas Tech, Castellanos finished 11-of-24 passing for 144 yards and two touchdowns. Kenny Johnson caught four passes for 49 yards and a touchdown. The win moves Texas Tech to 7-1, while Arizona falls to 6-2.

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