VSU-Shorter post game reaction

VSU's Cedric O'Neal. (Ed Hooper | The VDT)

ROME — Valdosta State improved to 7-2 overall and 5-1 in Gulf South Conference play Thursday night with a commanding 37-6 win over conference newcomer Shorter.

The Blazers scored 17 points in the first quarter and added a second quarter touchdown and two third quarter scores to cruise past the Hawks.

Valdosta State was aided by four takeaways, including three fumbles.

Head coach David Dean post game

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