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.)
All Merry and Bright as 'Battle' Tour Begins
January 18, 2013
By Geoff Kimmerly
Second Half editor
FRANKENMUTH – The Christmas spirit never fades in Frankenmuth.
The holiday itself finished up a few weeks ago. But more than 250 students decked out in Santa hats and yuletide sweaters greeted the MHSAA for its first visit of this Battle of the Fans II season.
Come back to Second Half after 2 p.m. Tuesday for a full report and our video of the reigning BOTF champion in action as its cheered on its Eagles during Friday's boys basketball win over Bridgeport.