The Revival of a Rivalry

By Tommy Kilpatrick
September 3, 2004

When you think of the legendary programs of Texas high school football, the Brownwood Lions usually find their way to the top of that list, and when you think of classic Big Country rivalries, Cooper vs. Brownwood is among the best. For the first time since 1995, those two teams will meet on the gridiron in a game that hopefully will mark the revival of a rivalry.

Despite the tradition and legend that has surrounded the Lions over the past few decades, Cooper leads the series standings with 21 wins and just 12 losses. Most of those wins coming against the legend himself, the late Coach Gordon Wood. These are no longer Coach Woods? Lions, but the desire to win and demand for excellence has not changed in Brownwood. The Lion fans are among the best in the state and expect nothing but the best from their kids.

The Lions are coming off a tough 17-7 loss to Brenham in week 0. They are also faced with numerous injuries and youth on both sides of the ball. However, in typical Brownwood fashion, you can expect the coaches, players and fans to give it their all and so should we. Shotwell should be a special place Saturday afternoon. The players are different and so are most of the coaches, but the heart of this rivalry still lives on.

God Bless and GO COOGS!!!
Tommy K.

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