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ODU dealt gut-wrenching defeat to Western Kentucky 35-31

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NORFOLK (WAVY) – Leading by 10 points, Old Dominion was only nine minutes away from its first ever win over Western Kentucky, and a memorable Friday night victory. Any celebration plans by the coaches, fans or players were dashed, as the two-time defending Conference USA champions rallied for a 35-31 win at SB Ballard Stadium on Friday night.

“Crushed. Everybody in that locker room is crushed right now,” said Bobby Wilder, who’s team has now lost five straight games.

Star running back Ray Lawry, who was thought to be lost for the year with a torn hamstring, rushed for 166 yards and three touchdowns in his first home game back since his injury.