Blugolds shut out Firebirds 40-0 in home opener
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 1:47 AM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
FootballThe UW-Eau Claire Blugolds delivered a commanding performance against the Carthage Firebirds, winning 40-0 on September 19 at Carson Park. The Blugolds amassed 409 yards while restricting Carthage to just 89 yards of offense. Quarterback Ayden Helder contributed with two rushing touchdowns and a 52-yard touchdown pass to Levi Pooley. The Blugolds' defense was dominant, allowing only 10 yards rushing and securing their first shutout in two years. With this victory, UW-Eau Claire improved to 3-0 this season. They will have a bye week before starting WIAC competition against UW-Stevens Point on October 3.
- •Blugolds dominate Firebirds, securing a 40-0 shutout.
- •UW-Eau Claire totals 409 offensive yards to Carthage's 89.
- •Ayden Helder accounts for two rushing touchdowns and one passing touchdown.
- •Blugolds' defense holds Carthage to only 10 rushing yards.
- •Next game is against UW-Stevens Point on October 3.
- 1:47 AMYahoo Sports — Blugolds blast Carthage 40-0, improve to 3-0
"The UW-Eau Claire Blugolds dominated the visting Carthage Firebirds in every phase of the football game. And in every way. The Blugolds rolled up 409 yards, held the Firebirds to 89 yards and excelled on special teams in a 40-0 rout on a rainy Saturday afternoon at historic Carson Park. UWEC pitched its first shutout in two years with a masterful performance. UW-Eau Claire went 3-0 in its ...
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