Trojan Pride (stay humble)!
Well, the Hoosiers got pounded by Michigan State today. I know. I know. What else is new? Unfortunately for the Cream and Crimson, this means they were not able to gain control of the highly coveted Old Brass Spittoon for the first time since 2006.
<Tangent> Raise your hand if you actually knew the IU vs. MSU game was a rivalry game with a traveling trophy. It’s been around for quite a while, though. </Tangent>
I’m OK with that. Because another rivalry game was played this week. And the trophy returned to its rightful spot after three years’ absence. Center Grove’s two feeder schools duked it out on the gridiron. One could say it was the Clash of the Trojans because…well…both schools are the Trojans. So it was safe to say that the Trojans were going to win the game. Fortunately, it was Aiden’s 7th Grade Trojans from Middle School North who were triumphant over the Central Trojans with a final score of 19-0.
This game is a big deal in the community. The stands were packed. It was quite an event. They even broadcast the game live on the Center Grove Sports Network. I’m glad they did because I was able to share the link with family members who don’t live near us.
I’m also glad they did because it makes it easier to show how Aiden did during the game. When you watch the video below, go ahead and fast forward to 35 minutes 29 seconds (or so). The North Trojans have just scored and they’re about to kick off. Aiden, #37 (in red) will be at the bottom of the screen. Keep an eye on him during the entire play. Then listen to what the announcers say about Aiden’s play a few seconds later.
You heard that. Right? “Touchdown-saving tackle…” Pretty cool, right? Aiden certainly thinks so! The rest of us do, too. 😉
Congratulations on a great season, Aiden (and the rest of the Trojans)! As your coach continues to say, “Be proud…but stay humble!”
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