SMU bests LA Tech in season opener

Mark Reese

SMU opened up the 2023-2024 season with a 38-14 victory over the LA Tech Bulldogs Saturday.

Eyes were focused on sophomore Preston Stone as he made his debut as the new starting quarterback at Ford Stadium. Tanner Mordecai, SMU’s previous starter, announced in December 2022 that he would spend his final year of eligibility at Wisconsin.

A Dallas native and SMU legacy, Stone is excited to be a part of the evolving football program he grew up watching.

“This is a program that I’ve been around and watched my entire life,” said Stone. “I’ve been a Mustang fan for as long as I can remember. To be able to contribute to the growth of this program is something that I feel really honored to…