Battle at Bristol has been an exciting topic for both the Hokies and Vols since it was announced back in 2013. And for the past couple of weeks, its all Hokie fans could talk about. For the past few days, the cadets have been hyping the students up by running the "Battle Ball" all over campus. Similar to our homecoming tradition, where the game ball is run throughout campus during Homecoming Week, and students are supposed to touch the ball; the battle ball was run throughout campus and students were supposed to touch it to give our team good luck. The cadets were running the battle ball a total of 130 miles, because that is the distance from Blacksburg to Bristol. Fans were definitely excited, and were camping out the day before, leaving at crazy early times and staying up all night just to cheer on the Hokies. Excited to be a part of the largest football game in college history, the Hokies came ready to win. Unfortunately, Hokie hearts were broken last night after the Battle at Bristol ended with a final score of 45-24. Here are some thoughts that Hokie Fans had during the game, told by Parks and Rec.
1. When the team started running out:
2. When we scored the first touchdown of the game:
3. When we score the second touchdown of the game:
4. When we fumbled for the first time: 
5. When we started to lose:
6. When Hokie Fans were praying for a miracle during the fourth quarter:
7. When we needed to score, but were quickly running out of time and options:
8. When the Hokies fumbled for the millionth time:
9. When the game was officially over, and the Hokies lost:
10. But when you remember there is still another game next weekend!!
It was a tough loss for the Hokies, and a tough game to watch from home, but overall a fun experience to be a part of. Hokies have their work cut out for them for the rest of the season, but as Leslie Knope would say, "I have goosebumps!" I love my Hokies and can not wait to beat the Boston College Eagles this weekend! Lets Go Hokies!
