What a terrific game! Marceline wins a nail biter over Brookfield and gets the bell back after an eight year slump. It was wonderful to see the support from fans on both sides. I wish our KOMU team could have stayed at the game past halftime. We caught the second half of the game on the radio on our way back to Columbia. Miles away, we could still feel the electricity from the stadium. I can't imagine what a relief it must be for the Tigers to end the streak.
I have never seen more grand entrances than at this game. Brookfield emerged from the shadows, led by the ringing brass bell. It's not often you can walked onto an opponents field holding a prize you only get once a year. Marceline rolled in behind a fire truck, with the siren blaring. Both teams clearly ready for an intense game.
Brookfield looked strong when they scored on the opening drive. It looked like they would have been in control for the rest of the game. But, Marceline was resilient, and put together a great drive to force a 6-6 halftime score.
It sounded like the second half was a great defensive battle, with neither team backing down. I'm sure the Tiger fans were jubilant when they crossed the goal line a second time, but Brookfield didn't give up. Colby Bailey led a great drive, only to come up yards short as time expired.
The Bell Game is a unique experience, and it's good to see the state was willing to let them continue the tradition after missing out a few years ago.
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