Admittedly, I’m not a huge sports fan, but when offered tickets along with friends to see the big (local) game between the Kilgore College Rangers and their rivals the Tyler Jr College Apaches, well, who could turn that down? What follows are shots I took from the stands as a regular attender of the game.
Special teams coach Gary Wade talks with his players#7 seemed to be the play-maker of the team. He was given the ball on several occasions for many gained yardsBlocking for the quarterback allowed for even more yards gained#7 once again for the runOnce more, zigging and zagging past the opponentsHalf time started with the TJC Marching Band. They were pretty impressive, playing songs from the 80s, which means I knew most of them. 🙂They had a full percussion section presentAnd of course, the TJC Apache Belles dance troupQuite the athletic set of girlsFounded in 1947, they have been around for quite some timeHowever, the Kilgore College Rangerettes were the first! Founded in 1939, they were the first team of their kind to grace the college halftime shows.Not having my wide-angle lens, I couldn’t get them all in one shotThe Kilgore College marching band was also present. Not as large or flashy as TJC’s but still a good performance.But when the Rangerettes sat down and did their synchronized hand-jive, it was very impressive. Their timing was impeccable.It is easy to see why these girls are world famous, having preformed on 4 continents and 11 different countries.Their poise and attention to detail continue to show whey they are the bestBack to the game. More running and dodgingNose to nose, the teams face offQB gets rid of the ball just before the coming tackleCoach Wade giving instructionsAt the end of the day, there can be only one winner, and this day that winner was the Kilgore Rangers, 50 to 29! Great ending to their homecoming game!
As I said, I’m not a huge sports fan, but this was definitely a treat for us. I actually look forward to attending another game.
