The first semi-annual SMAT Turkey/Snow Bowl was held just before Thanksgiving between students here at the Ionia airport. Teams of 8 met on the designated field for the showdown of the year. What would have otherwise been a mundane day of class erupted into a fierce challenge against each other and the elements. Indeed the elements would prove to be a worthy opponent. It was 35F on this Michigan afternoon, with a stiff 30 MPH north northwest wind that swept across the snow covered playing field. From the photos below you can see that the entire field was covered in a wet snowy slushy mess. It was unbelievably slick and the ability to maneuver quickly was non existent. Nevertheless, the players met on the field, ready of battle.
As rain and sleet fell from the sky the ball was kicked off and the mayhem began. Our team proved to have an able defense, and we repeatedly prevented the opposing team from reaching the goal line. However, quality offensive plays eluded us. Despite the cold and wind no one went inside early. The sight of 16+ grown men using an empty snow covered field to become dirty and hurt on a Tuesday afternoon right in the middle of town attracted some attention from motorists and onlookers. Some of the international students had their first run in with "American Football", and they proved to be fast learners.
The difficult elements, and an untimely interception, gave the other team the advantage at the end of play. Nevertheless, everyone had a good time. Extracurricular activities like this help to develop team building and networking skills which are big reasons why we all came to SMAT. What began as a Turkey bowl turned into a Snow bowl and now everyone is looking forward to the next big showdown on the grass here in Ionia county.
As rain and sleet fell from the sky the ball was kicked off and the mayhem began. Our team proved to have an able defense, and we repeatedly prevented the opposing team from reaching the goal line. However, quality offensive plays eluded us. Despite the cold and wind no one went inside early. The sight of 16+ grown men using an empty snow covered field to become dirty and hurt on a Tuesday afternoon right in the middle of town attracted some attention from motorists and onlookers. Some of the international students had their first run in with "American Football", and they proved to be fast learners.
The difficult elements, and an untimely interception, gave the other team the advantage at the end of play. Nevertheless, everyone had a good time. Extracurricular activities like this help to develop team building and networking skills which are big reasons why we all came to SMAT. What began as a Turkey bowl turned into a Snow bowl and now everyone is looking forward to the next big showdown on the grass here in Ionia county.
Players prepare for action.
An overly enthusatic player.
Ionia county has never seen talent like this before.
2 comments:
Thank you! I did not think anyone really look at what I put on here but I guess someone does.
Nice Uniforms!
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