Fargo Valley City, ND, November 7, 2026 — The University of North Dakota (UND) Fighting Hawks, currently ranked #11, secured a decisive victory over their opponent, #10 Illinois State. The final score of the contest was 49-21 in favor of UND.

The game took place at the Alerus Center, where the Fighting Hawks established their dominance throughout the match. This significant win against a highly ranked opponent underscores UND’s strong performance this season.

A key factor in the Fighting Hawks’ success was the outstanding performance of quarterback Jerry Kaminski. Kaminski played a crucial role in leading the team to victory, demonstrating resilience by competing despite managing an injury. His contribution included throwing for an impressive five touchdowns, a testament to his skill and leadership on the field.

In addition to his passing prowess, Kaminski also added to the scoreboard by running for a touchdown. This dual threat capability proved effective against Illinois State’s defense. Notably, Kaminski’s performance allowed him to break his own existing UND single-season touchdown pass record. The exact details of the previous record and the new record number were not provided in the summary.

The combined effort of the team and the individual record-breaking performance by Kaminski contributed to the substantial margin of victory. The Fighting Hawks’ ability to perform at such a high level, even with a key player managing an injury, highlights the team’s depth and determination.

The specific date of the game, the duration of Kaminski’s injury, or any further details regarding the game’s progression beyond the final score were not provided in the trend summary. Similarly, information regarding the impact of this win on future rankings or standings was not included.


Story summarized from the original created by Tom Miller on www.inforum.com, see more information here.

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