Game 3: Purdue @ Wisconsin

Just because I had witnessed a great game two weeks ago did not mean that college football was a significant part of my life yet.  It took time.  I remember this gloomy day in Madison as one where I learned a very important rule in college football – no overtime.  With the game tied at 16 and Wisconsin’s field goal kicker setting up for the winning kick, I asked my father, “What happens if he misses?”  When he replied that the game simply results in a tie, I was filled with frustration from three sources –

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Game 2: #12 Ohio State @ Wisconsin

Today would be a memorable day in the career of Wisconsin head coach, Barry Alvarez.  I didn’t care.  I don’t even think I knew why this Berry Alcatraz was so special.  Once again, I was being handcuffed to the car and dragged to another football game.  Not interested.  I remember the last game I attended.  Dreary.  Boring.  Low attendance.  But, there was something different about today.  Camp Randall Stadium was PACKED with a vibrant red that stretched to every curve and corner.

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