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Sam Houston State Bearkats vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Recap - Rainbow Warriors Win 37-20
Pofele Ashlock was good for 125 receiving yards on Sunday as the Rainbow Warriors grabbed a 37-20 win over the Bearkats at Clarence T.C. Ching Athletics Complex.
Bettors who backed the Rainbow Warriors were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 48.0.
Landon Sims rushed for 60 yards, while Cam Barfield added 29 yards in the win. Pofele Ashlock and Brandon White added 125 and 54 receiving yards respectively.
Mabrey Mettauer rushed for 45 yards for Sam Houston State, while Elijah Green added 30 yards. Landyn Locke threw for 68 yards for the Bearkats, while receivers Elijah Green and Malik Phillips had 45 and 32 yards respectively.
Sam Houston State lost the offensive yardage battle to Hawaii 417-248 yards in Sunday's game. Hawaii had more first downs as that total ended up 24-19.
Sam Houston State lost the time of possession battle 32:53-27:07, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Hawaii heads into a Week 3 battle against Portland State. Sam Houston State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Texas.