UTSA Wins Myrtle Beach Bowl by 29 Points

UTSA secured a decisive victory over Coastal Carolina, 44-15, in the Myrtle Beach Bowl, despite playing in Coastal Carolina's home stadium. UTSA's quarterback, Owen McCown, was pivotal, throwing for 254 yards and a touchdown, and rushing for another score, leading his team to a 21-0 lead in the second quarter. Coastal Carolina, missing their top two quarterbacks due to the transfer portal, struggled to generate offense, managing just 140 total yards in the first half. Tad Hudson, a third-string quarterback, made his first start and threw two touchdown passes in the fourth quarter, but UTSA's performance was bolstered by a 93-yard kickoff return by Chris Carpenter and consistent scoring throughout the game. UTSA's victory marked the largest margin in the Myrtle Beach Bowl's history and highlighted their ability to overcome road game challenges, as they had previously struggled with an 0-6 road record. Both teams were heavily penalized, splitting 20 flags between them, but UTSA's early dominance set the tone for their comprehensive win.