WASHINGTON, DC--Gallaudet fought back to tie the game on the final play of regulation against Hiram College before losing in an overtime thriller 20-14.

Justin Wilson kicked a 29-yard field goal for Gallaudet on the final play of regulation in a howling wind to tie the score at 14-14 in a game that both teams led several times. Hiram's Trevor Henderson won the game in overtime with a 7-yard touchdown run.

Ty Hubbard made several big plays for Gallaudet, picking off a blocked field goal and returning it 88 yards for a touchdown, tackling Hiram in the end zone for a safety, and making 6 tackles and 2 assists on defense. Calvin Doudt led the defense with 11 tackles and 3 assists, while Michel Daze added 6 tackles and 3 assists.

On offense, Chester Kuschmider had 4 receptions for 44 yards and Cole Johnson added 4 receptions for 20 yards.

In addition to his overtime touchdown, Trevor Henderson rushed for a one yard touchdown and threw a 7 yard touchdown pass to Steve Hammond in regulation.  Henderson finished 30-42 passing for 212 yards and one interception.

Over 500 fans braved the wind, cold, and rain to watch the exciting season opener for both teams.

Gallaudet next plays St. Vincent on Sept. 13 at Hotchkiss Field at 1 pm.