Cal Student Wins $100,000 with Field Goal on ESPN's College GameDay

Daniel Villasenor's successful 33-yard kick also secured $600,000 for Hurricane Helene relief efforts.

Daniel Villasenor, a sophomore civil engineering major at Cal, made a 33-yard field goal on his second attempt during ESPN's College GameDay.
Villasenor's kick earned him a $100,000 prize and contributed to a $600,000 donation for Hurricane Helene relief.
The event took place in Berkeley, marking the first time College GameDay was hosted there ahead of the Cal vs. Miami game.
Villasenor's attempt was notable for his choice of footwear, wearing unlaced Vans sneakers, which became a talking point on social media.
The successful kick followed an initial miss, surprising the College GameDay hosts and adding to the excitement of the event.