(2011) Union at Lee High

The newly-formed Union Bears take on the Lee High Generals at Five Star Stadium for what is now known as the "Brawl for the Bucket." This marks not only the first official game of 2011 for both teams, but also the first season game ever played by the Union High School Bears. Union High School was formed months ago following the consolidation of Appalachia and Powell Valley High Schools and is in place of the former Powell Valley High School structure in Big Stone Gap, Virginia.
Formerly known as the "Battle of the Boot" from back when the Powell Valley Vikings played the Generals, this new "Brawl for the Bucket" tradition is a battle for momentum and pride, as the winner gains not only the first victory of the season but also takes home the bucket itself as a trophy! So how will this contest go down? Will the Bears claw their way to a historic victory in their school's first year of existence or will the Generals spoil their party and upset them with an experienced, talented crew? Thousands packed into Five Star Stadium to watch this unfold, and now you can do the same behind the comfort of your computer screen!

[@BillyBlues34]

i am a sullivan north supporter, but i have to hand it to union. youre the only team that has even given us a game all year. the rest of our games have been over by the 2nd quarter.

[@SWVAFootball]

@BigRHSfan1 Thanks! That's probably the game I'll be attending. I expect a huge crowd and great intensity from both teams.

[@BVDTheBigVOLdaddy]

what a finish to that one

[@Steelersarethebeasts]

Very good football game, I hope they both meet in the playoffs this year

[@SWVAFootball]

@dakotakaren Why's that? The gruff voice he sometimes used? LOL!

[@SWVAFootball]

@dakotakaren Do you mean you see yourself out there in the crowd, or you just "see yourself" in the players?

[@NoahBledsoe98]

U what?!

[@heathproductions]

Go bears!!!!

[@BobPapadopoulos]

Not really a block. Runner was already down.