Columbus State's support of Fort Benning reflected in Doughboy Stadium game

Thursday, October 28 was one more fantastic day at Columbus State University. That evening, our Cougar Club Football Team competed in an incredible game vs. the 3rd Infantry Division Team at Fort Benning's historic Doughboy Stadium. (While in the Army, Dwight Eisenhower coached a team at Doughboy, built in 1925.) The Army team tried out while on active duty in Iraq and, for the first time since 1983, competed in this fantastic, renovated venue. Thousands packed the stadium while thousands of others enjoyed food, festivities and fun outside the stadium. The game, broadcast over the Armed Forces Network reinforced the exceptional partnership between Columbus State University and Fort Benning. Our team coached by Bruce Hubbard (who played valiantly, as well, as a starting defensive end!) looked terrific and, although bested 29-13, kept the contest close until the very end. Special thanks to Phi Mu sorority for a great turnout and section and, as always, to our mascot, Cody, who never misses any events. All food provided by vendors was gratis, including the 10,000 pizzas, 10,000 hot dogs and tens of thousands of soft drinks distributed. Special thanks also go to our Annual Fund chair, John Hargrove, who orchestrated the event, and to Major General Mike Ferriter and Colonel Pete Jones for their enthusiastic support. Hopefully, this will become an annual event.