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B.C. football championship for VSS Panthers after nail biter at BC Place
In an unforgettable day for the Vernon Panthers, the school’s football program achieved a rare and remarkable feat as both the Junior Varsity (JV) and Senior Varsity teams secured provincial championships.
The senior varsity Panthers capped off the day with a nail-biting 23-22 victory over the John Barsby Bulldogs from Nanaimo, claiming their third senior provincial title in the last five seasons.
The senior team’s journey to the championship culminated in a tense showdown that mirrored the drama of a Hollywood script. The Panthers held a nine-point lead for much of the game, only to see the Bulldogs narrow the gap to a single point with just 2:20 left on the clock. What followed was a crucial onside kick attempt, secured by provincial MVP Mark Johnson, setting the stage for a heart-stopping final drive.