It's no secret, most of us would like to stay in our own home as we age. Yet, sometimes our loved ones just need a little extra help to remain comfortable at home. That's where Always Best Care can help....we are dedicated to exceeding expectations....always
They say that your golden years are the best years of your life. For most older Americans, that's how it should be - a time to relax, reflect, and live life in a familiar place. After all, senior citizens in the U.S. have worked tirelessly to build a better economy, serve their communities, and raise families.
However, as seniors grow older, completing daily tasks like showering and enjoying activities such as visiting the historic Maggie L Walker National Historic Site gets harder without someone by their side. Unfortunately, many older Americans aren't able to rely on their adult children for help. The reality in today's world is that family members do not have the skills or time to dedicate to caring for their parents. That's where Always Best Care Senior Services comes in.
Our in-home care services are for people who prefer to stay at home as they grow older but need ongoing care that family or friends cannot provide. More and more older adults prefer to live far away from long-term, institutionalized facilities and closer to the place where they feel most comfortable - their home. Home care in University Of Richmond, VA is a safe, effective way to give your loved ones the care they need when they need it the most.
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Service AreasSince 1996, Always Best Care has provided non-medical in-home care for seniors to help them maintain a healthy lifestyle as they get older. We are proud to have helped more than 25,000 seniors maintain higher levels of dignity and respect. We focus on providing seniors with the highest level of in-home care available so that they may live happily and independently.
Unlike some senior care companies, we genuinely want to be included in our clients' lives. We believe that personalized care is always the better option over a "one size fits all" approach. To make sure our senior clients receive the best care possible, we pair them with compassionate caregivers who understand their unique needs. That way, they may provide care accordingly without compromising their wellbeing.
The Always Best Care difference lies in life's little moments - where compassionate care and trustworthy experience come together to help seniors live a fruitful, healthy life. Whether you are an aging adult that can't quite keep up with life's daily tasks or the child of a senior who needs regular in-home services, Always Best Care is here to help.
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Home is where the heart is. While that saying can sound a tad cliche, it is especially true for many seniors living in America. When given a choice, older adults most often prefer to grow older at home. An AARP study found that three out of four adults over the age of 50 want to stay in their homes and communities as they age.
When you begin to think about why, it makes sense. Home offers a sense of security, comfort, and familiarity.
The truth is, as we age, we begin to rely on others for help. When a family is too busy or lives too far away to fulfill this role, in-home senior care is often the best solution. Home care services allow seniors to enjoy personal independence while also receiving trustworthy assistance from a trained caregiver.
At Always Best Care, we offer a comprehensive range of home care services to help seniors stay healthy while they get the help they need to remain independent. As your senior loved one gets older, giving them the gift of senior care is one of the best ways to show your love, even if you live far away.
To give our senior clients the best care possible, we offer a full spectrum of in-home care services:
If your senior loved one has specific care needs, our personal care services are a great choice to consider. Personal care includes the standard caregiving duties associated with companion care and includes help with tasks such as dressing and grooming. Personal care can also help individuals with chronic conditions like diabetes.
Common personal care services include assistance with:
Sometimes, seniors need helpful reminders to maintain a high quality of life at home. If you or your senior has trouble with everyday tasks like cooking, our home helper services will be very beneficial.
Common home helper care services include assistance with:
Using this kind of care is a fantastic way to make life easier for you or your senior loved one. At Always Best Care, our talented caregivers often fill the role of a companion for seniors. That way, older adults can enjoy their favorite local activities, such as visiting Bryan Park with friends while also receiving the care they need daily or weekly.
Common companionship services include:
According to AARP, more than 53 million adults living in the U.S. provide care to someone over 50 years old. Unfortunately, these caregivers experience stress, exhaustion, and even depression. Our respite care services help family caregivers address urgent obligations, spend time with their children, and enjoy nearby activities. Perhaps more importantly, respite care gives family members time to recharge and regroup. Taking personal time to de-stress reduces the risk of caregiver burnout. So, if you've always wanted to eat at the local Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar or visit Agecroft Hall & Gardens, don't feel bad. Doing so is great for both you and your loved one.
At the end of the day, our goal is to become a valuable part of your senior's daily routine. That way, we may help give them the highest quality of life possible. We know that staying at home is important for your loved one, and we are here to help make sure that is possible.
If you have been on the fence about non-medical home care, there has never been a better time than now to give your senior the care, assistance, and companionship they deserve.
Always Best Care in-home services are for older adults who prefer to stay at home but need ongoing care that friends and family cannot provide. In-home care is a safe, effective way for seniors to age gracefully in a familiar place and live independent, non-institutionalized lives. The benefits of non-medical home care are numerous. Here are just a few reasons to consider senior care services from Always Best Care:
According to AARP, 9 out of 10 seniors prefer to age in place within the comfort of their own home. With in-home care, seniors have a way to stay at home, receive the care they need, and maintain a sense of independence, improving overall wellness.
If you or a member of your family have assumed the role of caregiver for your senior loved one, you know how stressful the job can be. Between caregiver burnout and constant worry, being a family caregiver is hard. In-home care relieves your burden and gives you peace of mind knowing that your older family member is in expert hands.
Unlike nursing homes, where the staff and residents rotate frequently, seniors can foster new friendships and build bonds with their caregiver. Seniors who socialize on a regular basis are often happier, which fosters positivity and leads to increased wellbeing.
No two seniors need the same kind of in-home care assistance. That is why each of our Care Plans is tailored to meet our client's individual needs. We offer plans that cover everything from light housekeeping to more involved duties like transportation to doctor's appointments. Our Care Coordinators will work closely with you to develop a personalized plan to ensure your senior's needs are exceeded.
Always Best Care offers a full array of care options for patients at all levels of health. With our trusted elderly care services, your loved one will receive the level of care necessary for them to enjoy the highest possible quality of life.
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While it's true that some seniors have complicated medical needs that prevent them from staying at home, aging in place is often the best arrangement for seniors and their families. With a trusted caregiver, seniors have the opportunity to live with a sense of dignity and do so as they see fit - something that is unavailable to many older people today.
In-home care makes it possible for millions of seniors to age in place every year. Rather than moving to a strange nursing home, seniors have the chance to stay at home where they feel the happiest and most comfortable.
How much does a senior's home truly mean to them?
A study published by the American Society on Aging found that more than half of seniors say their home's emotional value means more than how much their home is worth in monetary value. It stands to reason, then, that a senior's home is where they want to grow old.
With the help of elderly care in University Of Richmond, VA, seniors don't have to age in a sterilized care facility. Instead, they can age gracefully in the place they want to be most: their home. In contrast, seniors who move to a long-term care facility must adapt to new environments, new people, and new systems that the facility implements. At this stage in life, this kind of drastic change can be more harmful than helpful.
Institutional care facilities like nursing homes often put large groups of people together to live in one location. On any given day, dozens of staff members and caregivers run in and out of these facilities. Being around so many new people in a relatively small living environment can be dangerous for a seniors' health and wellbeing. When you consider that thousands of seniors passed away in nursing homes during the COVID-19 pandemic, opting for in-home care is often a safer, healthier choice for seniors.
Aging in place has been shown to improve seniors' quality of life, which helps boost physical health and also helps insulate them from viral and bacterial risks found in elderly living facilities.
For many seniors, the ability to live independently with assistance from a caregiver is a priceless option. With in-home care, seniors experience a higher level of independence and freedom - much more so than in other settings like a nursing home. When a senior has the chance to age in place, they get to live life on their own terms, inside the house that they helped make into a home. More independence means more control over their personal lives, too, which leads to increased levels of fulfillment, happiness, and personal gratification. Over time, these positive feelings can manifest into a healthier, longer life.
More independence, a healthier life, and increased comfort are only a few benefits of aging in place. You have to take into consideration the role of cost and convenience. Simply put, it's usually easier and more affordable to help seniors age in place than it is to move them into an institutional care facility. According to the US Department of Housing and Urban Development, seniors who age in the comfort of their homes can save thousands of dollars per month.
In-home care services from Always Best Care, for instance, are often less expensive than long-term solutions, which can cost upwards of six figures per year. To make matters worse, many residential care facilities are reluctant to accept long-term care insurance and other types of payment assistance.
With Always Best Care's home care services, seniors and their families have a greater level of control over their care plans. In-home care gives seniors the chance to form a bond with a trusted caregiver and also receive unmatched care that is catered to their needs. In long-term care facilities, seniors and their loved ones have much less control over their care plan and have less of a say in who provides their care.
In-home care is a valuable resource that empowers seniors to age in place on their own terms. However, a big concern for many families and their loved ones is how much in-home care costs. If you're worried that in-home care is too expensive, you may be pleasantly surprised to learn that it is one of the most affordable senior care arrangements available.
Typically, hiring an Always Best Care in-home caregiver for a few hours a week is more affordable than sending your loved one to a long-term care facility. This is true even for seniors with more complex care needs.
At Always Best Care, we will work closely with you and your family to develop a Care Plan that not only meets your care needs, but your budget requirements, too. Once we discover the level of care that you or your senior need, we develop an in-home care plan that you can afford.
In addition to our flexible care options, families should also consider the following resources to help offset potential home care costs:
When you or your senior loved one needs assistance managing daily tasks at home, finding a qualified caregiver can be challenging. It takes a special kind of person to provide reliable care for your senior loved one. However, a caregiver's role involves more than meal preparation and medication reminders. Many seniors rely on their caregivers for companionship, too.
Our companion care services give seniors the chance to socialize in a safe environment and engage in activities at home. These important efforts boost morale and provide much-needed relief from repetitive daily routines. A one-on-one, engaging conversation can sharpen seniors' minds and give them something in which to be excited.
At Always Best Care, we only hire care providers that we would trust to care for our own loved ones. Our senior caregivers in University Of Richmond, VA understand how important it is to listen and communicate with their seniors. A seemingly small interaction, like a short hug goodbye, can make a major difference in a senior's day. Instead of battling against feelings of isolation, seniors begin to look forward to seeing their caregiver each week.
Understanding the nuances of senior care is just one of the reasons why our care providers are so great at their job.
Unlike some senior care companies, our caregivers must undergo extensive training before they work for Always Best Care. In addition, our caregivers receive ongoing training throughout the year. This training ensures that their standard of care matches up to the high standards we've come to expect. During this training, they will brush up on their communication skills, safety awareness, and symptom spotting. That way, your loved one receives the highest level of non-medical home care from day one.
While it's true that many seniors prefer to age at home, sometimes in-home care isn't the best fit. For those seniors and their families, choosing an assisted living facility makes more sense. Unfortunately, finding the optimal care facility is easier said than done in today's day and age. That's when Always Best Care's assisted living referral services begin to make a lot of sense.
Assisted living is a form of housing intended for seniors who require varying degrees of medical and personal attention. Accommodations may include single rooms, apartments, or shared living arrangements. Assisted living communities are typically designed to resemble a home-like environment and are physically constructed to encourage the independence of residents.
At assisted living communities, seniors receive help with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating. They may also benefit from coordination of services with outside healthcare providers, and monitoring of resident activities to ensure their health, safety, and well-being. Caregivers who work at assisted living communities can also provide medication administration and personal care services for older adults.
Other services offered within assisted living communities can include some or all of the following:
At Always Best Care, our representatives can match your senior's emotional, physical, and financial needs with viable assisted living communities nearby. Results are based on comparative data, so you can select the best choice for you or your loved one.
Always Best Care works closely with local senior living communities to gain valuable knowledge that we then use to help seniors and their loved ones make informed decisions. This information can include basic care and rent, resident availability, and services provided. Because Always Best Care is compensated by these communities, we provide senior living referral services at no extra cost to you.
Some of the most popular assisted living communities to consider in our area include the following:
For many seniors, moving into a senior living community revolves around how and when they want to make a transition to more involved care. Some seniors are more proactive about transitioning to independent living. Others choose to remain home until their care needs or other requirements are satisfied. Remember - our staff is here to help. Contact our office today to learn more about assisted living communities and how we can find a facility that exceeds your expectations.
The first step in getting quality in-home care starts with a personal consultation with an experienced Always Best Care Care Coordinator. This initial consultation is crucial for our team to learn more about you or your elderly loved one to discover the level of care required. Topics of this consultation typically include:
A discussion of your needs and how our trained caregivers can offer assistance in the most effective way
A draft of your care plan, which includes highly detailed notes and a framework for the care that you or your senior will receive
Discuss payment options and help coordinate billing with your insurance provider
Our caregivers are trained to spot changes that clients exhibit, like mental and physical decline. As your trusted senior care company, we will constantly assess and update your Care Plan to meet any new emotional, intellectual, physical, and emotional needs.
If you have never considered in-home care before, we understand that you and your family may have concerns about your Care Plan and its Care Coordinator. To help give you peace of mind, know that every team member and caregiver must undergo comprehensive training before being assigned to a Care Plan.
At the end of the day, we only hire the best of the best at Always Best Care. Whether you need home care in University Of Richmond, VA 24-hours a day or only need a respite for a couple of hours, we are here to serve you.
When you're ready, we encourage you to contact your local Always Best Care representative to set up a Care Consultation. Our Care Coordinators would be happy to meet with you in person to get to know you better, discuss your needs, and help put together a personalized Care Plan specific to your needs.
Next Game: at Bryant 10/26/2024 | Noon 106.1 ESPN Richmond, Va. – A storied series came to a close Saturday as the No. 15/18 University of Richmond football team handed Delaware its first loss of the season, using four first-half touchdowns to pass the previously undefeated Blue Hens, 28-9, during Red Out Robins Presented By Chesapeake Bank. With the win, Richmond improves to 5-2 (3-0 CAA), while Delaware moves to 6-1 (3-1 CAA). The matchup marked the final co...
Richmond, Va. – A storied series came to a close Saturday as the No. 15/18 University of Richmond football team handed Delaware its first loss of the season, using four first-half touchdowns to pass the previously undefeated Blue Hens, 28-9, during Red Out Robins Presented By Chesapeake Bank. With the win, Richmond improves to 5-2 (3-0 CAA), while Delaware moves to 6-1 (3-1 CAA). The matchup marked the final conference game between the two programs ahead of Delaware joining FBS Conference USA and the Spiders heading to the Patriot League ahead of the 2025 season.
A big first half was all it took as Richmond earned its fifth win in a row thanks to four touchdowns in the first two quarters including a three-score second quarter.
"Nobody out there thought we were going to win this game," said Head Coach Russ Huesman. "We believed we could win and our guys played really hard. We didn't play it perfectly, but we found a way."
Richmond punted on its opening drive and Delaware put the first points up with a field goal at 10:53 in the first, but it would be all Spiders from there as Richmond found the end zone on its four following drives.
Camden Coleman scored Richmond's first touchdown on a one-yard quarterback keeper at 7:36 in the first to cap a seven play, 75-yard drive. The score was set up by a 40-yard completion from Coleman to Nick DeGennaro followed by an 11-yard connection to Ja'Vion Griffin to put the ball on the Delaware one-yard line.
DeGennaro picked up his second touchdown of the season on the following drive off a 23-yard pass from Coleman to the end zone at 14:56 in the second. The drive was set up after Jamar Hodges forced the Delaware quarterback to fumble and Jabril Hayes came up with the recovery to give the Spiders the ball back on their own 21-yard line.
The Richmond defense forced the Blue Hens into a three-and-out on its following drive thanks to three-yard tackle for loss by Carter Glassmyer, followed immediately by a Jeremiah Grant sack that brought up an additional 17 yards lost by the Blue Hens. Grant currently leads the nation with eight sacks so far this season. Coleman used his legs on the following possession to pick up 59 yards and bring Richmond to the Delaware one-yard line where Zach Palmer-Smith was able to walk in his team-leading (3rd in CAA) touchdown of the season on the following play.
Delaware responded with its sole touchdown of the day on the following drive and went for two points after, but Jordan Allen picked off the Delaware quarterback in the end zone to hold them to six points on the score.
Tight end Matt Robbert scored his first touchdown as a Spider on the next drive to cap a streak of four consecutive Spider possessions ending in touchdowns. Robbert scored off a six-yard pass from Coleman at the end of an 11-play, 75-yard drive that shaved 5:58 off the game clock.
Throughout the game, Richmond dominated time of possession, holding onto the ball for 34:08 compared to Delaware's 23:04.
"We went out there with high energy and with high execution early," said Coleman. "Today I feel like we stepped up and came together and it translated into the second half."
And that it did.
Richmond maintained its first-half dominance after the break and translated it into two scoreless quarters for the Blue Hens. The Richmond defense was lead by Carter Glassmyer with eight tackles including a tackle for loss, while Galloway came up with four tackles, a quarterback hurry, and assist on a sack with Camden Byrd that resulted in a loss of 13 Blue Hens yards. Camden Byrd had a big game as well with three tackles, 1.5 sacks (-17 yards), a pass breakup and a quarterback hurry. Quantraill Morris-Walker had five tackles, two pass breakups and recorded his second interception of the season when he picked off the Delaware quarterback in the fourth quarter,
"I told the team earlier today that the team that wins the turnover battle, will win this game, said Huesman. We didn't turn the ball over, but they did. We made some huge fourth down stops and I'm proud of both sides of the ball."
The Richmond offense picked up 378 yards compared to Delaware's 324, thanks in part to Coleman going 16-of-23 for 194 yards and the two touchdown passes. He also picked up 79 yards on the ground on 10 carries as part of a 184-yard rushing performance for the Spiders. Delaware ran for just 36 yards in the contest.
Prior to the game, Delaware had averaged over 42 points per contest and the nine points Richmond held it to was the least its scored in a game since Sept. 9, 2023 when it scored seven at Penn State.
"The offense making plays gives a spark to the whole team, said Galloway. "[The defense] made plays when we needed to make plays and when it mattered the most."
Richmond looks to continue its win streak next Saturday when it travels to Bryant. Game time is set for noon from Smithfield, R.I.
RICHMOND, Va. – The University of Richmond women's soccer team suffered a 2-0 defeat against Saint Louis Thursday afternoon at President's Field. With the loss, the Spiders fell to 3-9-2 overall and 1-6 in Atlantic 10 Conference play, while the Billikens improved to 9-1-5 and 5-0-2 in the league.Goals 2' – SLU: Hope Kim (assisted by Lyndsey Heckel and Katie Houck) 5' – SLU: Emily Gaebe (assisted by Hannah Sawyer)How it Happened Saint Louis got o...
RICHMOND, Va. – The University of Richmond women's soccer team suffered a 2-0 defeat against Saint Louis Thursday afternoon at President's Field. With the loss, the Spiders fell to 3-9-2 overall and 1-6 in Atlantic 10 Conference play, while the Billikens improved to 9-1-5 and 5-0-2 in the league.
Goals 2' – SLU: Hope Kim (assisted by Lyndsey Heckel and Katie Houck) 5' – SLU: Emily Gaebe (assisted by Hannah Sawyer)
How it Happened Saint Louis got off to a quick start, with Hope Kim finding the back of the net just two minutes into the game. Moments later, SLU doubled its lead when Hannah Sawyer set up Emily Gaebe for a second goal in the fifth minute. made 10 saves, but the Spiders were unable to generate any shots on target. The Billikens continued to apply pressure throughout the match, totaling 20 shots, 12 on goal, while the Richmond defense held steady in the second 45, but couldn't find a breakthrough offensively.
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Up Next Richmond looks ahead to rounding out the season on Oct. 20 at George Mason at 2 p.m. before a contest at St. Bonaventure on Oct. 24 at 5 p.m. The Spiders conclude the regular season on Oct. 27 versus La Salle at 1:30 p.m. at home.
RICHMOND, Va. – Head coach Matt Barany announced Richmond's 2024-2025 swim and dive schedule Tuesday, the same day the Atlantic 10 released the preseason poll.2024-2025 Schedule The Spiders open the season with the Richmond Duals on October 11-12. Davidson, George Mason and Duquesne will meet UR at the Hampton Aquaplex in Hampton, Va.On November 1-2, R...
RICHMOND, Va. – Head coach Matt Barany announced Richmond's 2024-2025 swim and dive schedule Tuesday, the same day the Atlantic 10 released the preseason poll.
2024-2025 Schedule The Spiders open the season with the Richmond Duals on October 11-12. Davidson, George Mason and Duquesne will meet UR at the Hampton Aquaplex in Hampton, Va.
On November 1-2, Richmond will host the Penn and ECU Dual Meet at Robins Center Natatorium and SwimRVA. Later in the month, the Spiders will take their first road of the season trip to Fairfax, Va. to compete in the Patriot Duals from November 21-23.
On December 11-14, Richmond will head to Greensboro, N.C. to compete in the Speedo Winter Junior Championships. Then on Sunday, December 15, the Spiders will compete at the College National Open Water Championship hosted by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) in Miami, Fla.
Kicking off the New Year, Richmond will host its last home meet of the season welcoming Villanova on Friday, January 17 at the Robins Center Natatorium.
Heading to Annapolis, Md. the Spiders will compete against Navy on Friday, January 24. The following day, Richmond will meet JMU in Harrisonburg, Va. for the last competition of the month.
Richmond will close the regular season as it competes February 7-9. Select Spiders will either compete in the Virginia Tech Diving Invite in Blacksburg, Va., or the Cavalier Invite in Charlottesville, Va.
Heading into the postseason, Richmond will be in familiar territory as it competes at the Hampton Aquaplex for the Atlantic 10 Championship February 19-22. Last season, the Spiders finished second, bringing home five medals.
Spider diving will look to qualify for the NCAA Championships when it takes on NCAA Diving Zones March 11-13.
The NIC Championships, hosted by the CSCAA, will take place March 14-16. Finally, the 2024-2025 campaign will come to a close with the NCAA Championships, March 19-22 in Federal Way, Wash.
"This group is inexperienced and that's a blessing," said Barany. "We'll take purposeful steps to develop our standards and style with the hope of being part of the story at the championship meet in February.
Atlantic 10 Preseason Poll Earlier Tuesday, the A-10 announced the Swimming and Diving 2024-2025 Preseason poll. Richmond was tabbed to finish second.
Last year, the Spiders finished second in the Atlantic 10 Championships behind a gold medal finish in the 50 free, a silver finish in the 200 free relay, and three bronze finishes in the 200 free, 1650 free, and the 400 free relay.
GW was the favorite with 10 out of 11 possible first-place votes. Richmond was picked to finish second with one first-place vote. Below is the entire poll as follows:
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VIRGINIA — Seven Virginia post-secondary institutions are named among the 2025 top colleges and universities in the U.S. in WalletHub's latest ranking.
The personal finance agency released its report Monday and said Washington and Lee University is the 18th-best college or university in the nation. The Lexington school bested hundreds of post-secondary institutions.
WalletHub ranked at least 800 colleges and universities, analyzing 30 measures regarding student selectivity, cost and financing and career outcomes. The agency said metrics included student-faculty ratios, graduation rates and post-attendance median salaries.
Attending college may be costly for some people. According to WalletHub, a four-year college could cost a student $28,000-$60,000 for annual tuition and room and board.
“In general, universities tend to rank higher than colleges due to their inclusion of graduate-level programs, greater on-campus opportunities and higher earnings for students post-graduation," WalletHub analyst Chip Lupo said in the report. "In fact, the top 10 places for higher education in the U.S. are all universities. There are still tons of high-ranking colleges, though, which offer their own advantages like smaller class sizes, more personalized learning and often safer campuses.”
Per WalletHub, these seven Virginia colleges and universities scored the following:
Washington and Lee University, No. 18, Lexington
University of Virginia, No. 44, Charlottesville
University of Richmond, No. 48, Richmond
College of William and Mary, No. 71, Williamsburg
Virginia Military Institute, No. 134, Lexington City
Virginia Tech, No. 140, Blacksburg
Hampden-Sydney College, No. 151, Hampden-Sydney
Solely among U.S. universities, Washington and Lee ranks 17th. Virginia Military Institute is No. 34 only among the best colleges.
Southern Virginia University has the highest admission rate, WalletHub said. The Buena Vista school had a 99 percent acceptance rate, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Regionally, Rice University in Texas is the best institution, with an overall score of 77.19. Georgia Tech is second best. Emory University and Georgia State are 13th and 14th best, respectively.
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Elon, N.C. – Richmond's defense recorded three takeaways that resulted in 10 points and six tackles for loss including three sacks while its offense ended six out of its 10 drives in the red zone or with a score as the Spiders passed Elon, 27-17, to open Coastal Athletic Association conference play Saturday.With the win, Richmond moves to 3-2 (1-0) on the season while Elon drops to 1-4 (0-1).Elon's opening possession ended in a turnover on downs thanks to a ...
Elon, N.C. – Richmond's defense recorded three takeaways that resulted in 10 points and six tackles for loss including three sacks while its offense ended six out of its 10 drives in the red zone or with a score as the Spiders passed Elon, 27-17, to open Coastal Athletic Association conference play Saturday.
With the win, Richmond moves to 3-2 (1-0) on the season while Elon drops to 1-4 (0-1).
Elon's opening possession ended in a turnover on downs thanks to a Matei Fitz and Jeremiah Grant sack, bringing Grant's season total to a nation-leading 7.5. From there, Richmond put the first points of the day on the board when Brandon Peskin connected on a 45-yard field goal— his longest as a Spider that also matched his career-long. He was good from 19 yards out in the contest as well.
A Richmond fumble and penalty gave Elon the ball back at its own 41-yard line as time winded down in the first quarter, but three plays later Richmond found the end zone for the first time of the day when Quantraill Morris-Walker intercepted Elon's quarterback and took it 55 yards for the linebackers first-ever touchdown.
Redshirt freshman CJ Fraser, who has moved into a starting role at cornerback, recorded his first career interception when an errant pass found its way to his arms after fellow redshirt freshman Jamar Hodges forced the Elon quarterback into a hurry. Fraser returned the ball 12 yards and finished the day with a team-leading nine tackles that included an assist on a tackle for loss. Wayne Galloway also tallied nine tackles and added an assist on a sack. Hodges, who was seeing his first collegiate playing experience, also came up with 1.5 sacks and a forced fumble later in the game.
Quarterback Camden Coleman earned his second start in as many weeks and ran in a six-yard touchdown for his second rushing touchdown of the season. Coleman started the game 0-for-5, but went 8-for-8 after that leading up to his touchdown run. He finished the day going 15-of-22 for 203 yards.
Zach Palmer-Smith turned in his team-leading sixth touchdown of the season after he found a gap and broke loose for a 56-yard touchdown run. Palmer-Smith ended the day with 24 carries for a season-high 167 yards. Last week, Palmer-Smith turned in 156 yards and is the first Richmond player to record 100+ rushing yards in back-to-back games since Xavier Goodall in weeks four and five of the 2016 season and is the first player to tally back-to-back 150+ yard games since 2015 when Jacobi Green did it in three consecutive games during the 2015 season.
Richmond returns home to Robins Stadium next Saturday, Oct. 5, when it hosts North Carolina A&T. Game time is set for 2:00 p.m.
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