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From what I saw, the pass WAS backwards. It was close, but it looked backwards to me. However, the whistle was blown and the official ran onto the field, and everyone stopped except for the ball carrier. Both teams began running of the field and the Franklin-Simpson defense and Collins offense began to run onto the field. After a very long conversation (they met after almost every penalty) they signaled a touchdown. Now that call did not determine the outcome of the game, but it sure didn't help Collins.

As for the people holding the chains, that was the first time I have ever seen a chain gang cheer for a team and harass and taunt the opposing teams fans. It was just plain ridiculous and very unsportsmanlike on their part. The fans were very nice though.

Aside from the officiating and chain gang, it was a GREAT high school football game. I would love to see both teams play each other again. Good luck to Franklin-Simpson against Highlands. I would also like to congratulate Coach Lucas and all of the Collins team on a wonderful season. In their first two years, they have gone 22-5, and this year they were a TD away from advancing to the state championship game. Collins has nothing to be ashamed of and should be good for years to come.