#TBT: Remembering #BOTF I-III

January 15, 2015

By Geoff Kimmerly
Second Half editor

The MHSAA and its Student Advisory Council will kick of this winter's Battle of the Fans IV on Friday with a visit to reigning champion Beaverton. 

In advance, let's recall what earned our first three champions -- Frankenmuth in 2012, Buchanan in 2013 and Beaverton last year -- the right to call their sections the best in Michigan.

2012: Frankenmuth

Frankenmuth Dance Party: Click for story


2013: Buchanan

Welcome to the Woods: Click for story


2014: Beaverton 

Beaverton 'Creatures' Dominate Bleachers: Click for story

What is Battle of the Fans?

January 15, 2013

By Geoff Kimmerly
Second Half editor

The MHSAA's Andy Frushour will tell you all you need to know to get ready for this year's contest. 

In this video that will be part of MHSAA Network broadcasts the rest of this winter, Frushour explains the creation of BOTF and what to expect during this season's tour of finalists that begins Friday. 

Click to read more about the contest

PHOTO: Ann Arbor Gabriel Richard students cheer during a game this season against Orchard Lake St. Mary's. (Photo courtesy of Gabriel Richard athletic department.)