Air Force secured its first Commander-in-Chief’s Trophy since 2022 by defeating Army 24-21 on Saturday at Michie Stadium. Kemper Hodges and Evan Medders each rushed for a touchdown in the first half, establishing a commanding 17-7 lead that set the tone for the Falcons. Although Army (5-4) mounted a comeback to take its first lead of the game in the third quarter following two consecutive scoring drives, Air Force (7-2) responded decisively to preserve the victory and extend their series dominance.
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The decisive moment arrived on the first play of the fourth quarter, when Medders connected with 6-foot-6 tight end Simon Kibbee for a touchdown in the middle of the field. This strike put the Falcons back in control for good, capping a performance that highlighted their offensive versatility. Air Force’s defense also played a pivotal role, as Korey Johnson recorded an interception on the ensuing drive, though Army managed a fourth-down stop on the goal line to retain possession before the final score was set.
This victory marks a significant milestone for the Falcons, who have now won the trophy 22 times, including six under head coach Troy Calhoun. Air Force’s 39-21-1 all-time record against Army in the longest uninterrupted intersectional rivalry game underscores their historical superiority in the service academy clash. By combining this win with their earlier 14-9 victory over Navy, Air Force effectively ended the longest drought in the three-way series, reasserting their dominance in the Bowl Subdivision service academy rivalry.
Source: Yahoo Sports
