Virginia Union University’s offense piled up 611 total yards as the Panthers routed Shaw University 59-7 on Saturday at Durham County Memorial Stadium. 

The win moved Virginia Union to 3-1 overall and 1-0 in CIAA play. Shaw dropped to 1-3, 1-1 in the conference. 

Senior running back Curtis Allen rushed for 216 yards and two touchdowns on just 14 carries, including a 65-yard score in the second quarter. The Panthers finished with 474 rushing yards and six rushing touchdowns as a team. 

RJ Rosales

 

Quarterback RJ Rosales completed 9 of 16 passes for 83 yards and a touchdown and added a 1-yard rushing score. Freshman receiver Jahari Williams caught a 28-yard touchdown pass from Myles Derricott to cap Virginia Union’s scoring in the fourth quarter. Keon Davis also had a 19-yard touchdown reception. 

Defensively, Virginia Union recorded six sacks and forced two turnovers. Freshman cornerback Cortney Davis intercepted a pass, and junior linebacker Brandan Cammarasana forced a fumble. Shaw was limited to 265 yards of total offense. 

Kicker Brady Myers made a 25-yard field goal and all eight extra-point attempts. 

“I was pleased with our performance today against Shaw University,” Virginia Union head coach Alvin Parker said. “All phases of the game were clicking, and it was great to see so many guys get the opportunity to contribute. There are still areas we need to improve, but I truly appreciate the effort and dedication this team brings every day.” 

Virginia Union visits Winston- Salem State at 1 p.m. Saturday.