The 2004 Valdosta State Blazers football team was an American football team that represented Valdosta State University as a member of the Gulf South Conference (GSC) during the 2004 NCAA Division II football season. In their fifth year under head coach Chris Hatcher, the team compiled a 13–1 record (9–0 against conference opponents) and won the GSC championship. The team advanced to the NCAA Division II playoffs and defeated , 36–31, in the championship game.
Two Valdosta player were honored by the Associated Press on its 2004 Little All-America team: kicker Will Rhody (first team) and offensive lineman Torry Howard (third team). Other key players included quarterback Fabian Walker and running back Vincent Brown.
The Blazers played their home games at Bazemore–Hyder Stadium in Valdosta, Georgia.
Schedule
Game summaries Vs. No. 1 Pittsburg State—NCAA Division II Championship Game
Statistics VSUPSU First downs 21 22 Total yards 366 371 Rushing yards 201 163 Passing yards 165 208 Turnovers 2 4 Time of possession 31:09 28:51 Team Category Player StatisticsValdosta State Passing Fabian Walker 19/27, 165 yards, 2 TD, INT Rushing Vincent Brown 13 rushes, 72 yards Receiving Rod Dalton 4 receptions, 48 yardsPittsburg State Passing Andy Majors 11/14, 148 yards, INT Rushing Neal Philpot 20 rushes, 117 yards, TD Receiving Tim Austin 8 rushes, 119 yards
Roster
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