Fulton, MO — The Westminster College football team delivered a dominant all-around performance Saturday afternoon, opening conference play with a convincing 34-7 victory over Greenville University at Kent & Judith Mueller Stadium. The Blue Jays improved to 3-1 overall and 1-0 in conference play with the win. This is the first 3-1 start for the Blue Jays since 2015. Westminster controlled the game on both sides of the football, outgaining Greenville 384-183 while holding the Panthers to just 57 passing yards. The Blue Jays also forced seven turnovers, including four interceptions and a fumble recovery that was returned for a touchdown. After a scoreless opening quarter, Westminster broke through with 8:39 remaining in the second quarter when quarterback Trey Thomas connected with Cole Harrell on a six-yard touchdown pass to give the Blue Jays a 7-0 lead. Greenville answered with a touchdown drive later in the quarter to tie the game, but Westminster's defense immediately responded. With less than a minute remaining before halftime, Matthew Wiegand recovered a Greenville fumble and returned it 10 yards for a touchdown, giving the Blue Jays a 14-7 advantage at halftime. Westminster seized control in the third quarter. On the Blue Jays' first scoring drive of the second half, Martez Stephenson broke loose for a 33-yard touchdown run, extending the lead to 21-7. Just over two minutes later, Thomas found Jeremiah Thomas for a 30-yard touchdown, putting Westminster ahead 28-7. Stephenson finished the afternoon with 107 rushing yards and a touchdown on 17 carries, averaging 6.3 yards per attempt. Through the air, Trey Thomas completed 24 of 34 passes for 269 yards and three touchdowns. Jeremiah Thomas led the Blue Jays' receiving corps with eight receptions for 105 yards and a touchdown, while Harrell added eight catches for 82 yards and a touchdown. James Jones also hauled in three passes for 45 yards and a fourth-quarter touchdown. Westminster's defense continued to suffocate the Panthers throughout the second half. Greenville managed just 183 total yards, converted only 4-of-12 third downs and committed six turnovers overall, including four interceptions. Matthew Wiegand led the Blue Jays with eight total tackles and recovered three Greenville fumbles, while Ethan Paulat and Ethan Wright each recorded six tackles. Andrew Martin, Justin Parker and Kaden Bachus each recorded an interception, while Alexander Thornton added a sack and forced fumble. The Blue Jays added their final touchdown early in the fourth quarter when Thomas connected with James Jones for a 30-yard score, completing the scoring and giving Westminster its third consecutive victory. Westminster controlled the clock for 33:37 and converted 6-of-12 third downs while limiting Greenville to 26:23 of possession. The victory marked another strong step forward for the Blue Jays, who have now won three of their last four games and opened conference play with a statement performance on Homecoming Weekend. Westminster will return to action next Saturday, October 10, traveling to Crown College for a noon kickoff. #WORK