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Show TIMES September 14,2006 Hill members focus of Weber State University military night BY MITCH SHAW Hilltop Times staff While the football 'fans gathered at Weber State University were hotly anticipating the kick-off to open the Wildcats 2006 Football season, pre'game ceremonies brought there minds to things much more important. With Saturday's game Photo by Mitch Shaw Weber State University football players line up against the University of CalPoly at Military Night at Stewart Stadium on Saturday. The Wildcats fell short by a score of 17-0. at Stewart Stadium being Military Night, fans and players alike took a moment to recognize those who serve our country on a daily basis. To kick off the ceremonies, Col. Scott Chambers, 75th Air Base Wing commander, was on hand to present the official game ball as F-16's flew overhead at the stadium. "I am a huge football fan, and I have been waiting for the start of the season all year," said WSU Football season ticket holder Paul Rose. "It's appropriate to include the military in tonight's game. It's a good way to appreciate them, and it kind of brings you back to what is really important in life. It helps you get some perspective when you might be totally caught up in football and wins and losses and things like that." Although the Wildcats put up a valiant effort, they fell short 17-0 to the No. 5 ranked California-Poly Mustangs. The game marked the first time the Wildcats had been shut out at home since 1993. The spirit of the evening made up for the lack of a Wildcat win, according to WSU student Jonathan Evans. "When you stop and think about what really matters in life, the final score seems a lot less important," Mr. Evans said. "We really need events like tonight so people can remember what the military does for us. We kind of take it for granted at times, but it's good to take a moment and really think about what they do for us, especially around this time of year with the anniversary of 9/11." Wildcat players, while disappointed, also expressed their appreciation toward the military. "We have people away from their families overseas defending our country every day," said WSU wide receiver Jon Graves. "They are in real battles making great sacrifices so that we can live the kind of life we do." Weber State will be back in action on Saturday as they take on in-state rival Southern Utah at 7 p.m. / at some point. Yonget sick or hurt, andyou cant do what you d normally do. That's why it's nice to know there's a system of hospitals and clinics that understands healing goes far beyond prescriptions and surgeries. TJiat is recognized as the best by the best. Which means you're more likely to be able to go on living life as you want to live it. Photo by Jennifer Moore Members of the Hill Honor Guard march onto the field at Weber State University Saturday evening to present the colors as part of the school's "Operation Armed Forces Tribute" game against CalPoly University. The 388th Fighter Wing provided a fly-by for the event, and Col. Scott Chambers, 75th Air Base Wing commander, presented the official game ball. Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital Center ' // / IDS Hospital • Primary Children's Medical Center Dixie Regional Medical Center • Utah Valley Regional Medical Center is coming... |