FRANKFORT, Ky. – Kentucky State running back Tristan Thomas has been named the Southern Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Newcomer of the Week following his performance against NCAA Division I opponent Southern University.

Thomas led all players with 184 all-purpose yards, rushing 19 times for a game-high 110 yards while averaging 5.8 yards per carry. He added four receptions for 74 yards and scored on a 72-yard reception during the third quarter.

The 72-yard touchdown was the longest play of the night and sparked a stretch in which the Thorobreds scored 13 points in 50 seconds. Thomas also recorded a game-long 29-yard run.

Kentucky State will return to action Saturday, Sept. 12, against Clark Atlanta. Kickoff is scheduled for 6 p.m., with the game streaming live on ESPN+.

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