Belhaven Blazers Defeated N.C. Wesleyan 35-21
The Belhaven Blazers secured a decisive home victory over N.C. Wesleyan this past Friday night.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Football
Belhaven defeated N.C. Wesleyan 35-21 at Belhaven Bowl Stadium. The win moves Belhaven to a 2-3 record on the season while the visitors fell to 2-3.
Why it matters
The victory marks a key conference win for Belhaven, bringing the team to 1-1 in the USA South standings. The outcome provides crucial momentum as the team seeks to climb back to a .500 record.
Belhaven recorded 197 rushing yards and converted three fourth-down attempts during the contest. The Blazers defense contributed by securing four sacks while the offense capitalized on all four red-zone trips.
The players
Belhaven Blazers
The Belhaven Blazers are a college football team representing Belhaven University in Jackson.
N.C. Wesleyan
N.C. Wesleyan is a collegiate football program that competes in the USA South Athletic Conference.
The details
Belhaven rallied from a 14-7 deficit by scoring 21 unanswered points to take control of the game. A pivotal 76-yard scoring drive in just three plays during the late second quarter shifted the momentum firmly in the home team's favor.
Timeline
Friday night, October 9, 2026
Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026
Season Trajectory
This win keeps Belhaven competitive in the 2026 USA South conference season standings as the team balances its record. The result provides a necessary buffer for the Blazers as they prepare for a mid-October road test.
The victory brings Belhaven to a 1-1 conference record, putting them in the middle of the early-season USA South pack. The offense's ability to convert three fourth-down attempts indicates a high level of aggressive play-calling that fans can watch for in future games.
The takeaway
Belhaven effectively utilized its red-zone efficiency to overcome an early deficit and control the game tempo. Consistency on fourth-down attempts will remain a critical metric for the team to sustain success throughout the remainder of the season.
What happens next
Belhaven is scheduled to face Greensboro on the road on Saturday, October 17, 2026, with kickoff set for noon.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by Vicksburg Daily News.
