The 2009 game between the Hawkeyes and Spartans was a classic in a series of games that go down to the wire. On this wet, cold and windy weekend, fans endured the elements to watch a game that will be remembered for many years by Hawkeye fans who took the seven hour drive. Below are a series of photos from the game with many more to come of the weekend.
The foliage was at its finest as Spartan Stadium sits in the background.
Tailgaters filled the parking lots outside the stadium hours prior to kick off.
Michigan State Head Football Coach, Mark Dantonio walks the field after the tarp was removed.
Lights are on ninety minutes prior to kick off.
Former Michigan State assistant coach, Norm Parker (left) talks with the Spartan Radio broadcasting team of George Blaha (center) and former QB Jim Miller (right).
Amid a steady rain, tailgaters moved inside their cars to stay away from the elements.
Stands didn't fill up early, but most of the capacity crowd were in their seats in time for kick off.
The Spartan Band marches into a "S" formation.....
...as well as the Michigan State logo.
The Hawkeyes take to the field in front of the Iowa fans.
I am joined by the Michigan State video crew. Tom Shephard (left) and Matt Harper (right) are the video coordinators for the Spartan football team.
Following the last play, which occurred 0n a 4th and two at the two with 2 seconds to play, the Iowa Football players, coaches and staff celebrate a last second victory.
After meeting the media, fans and autograph seekers waited for the Iowa QB (Rick Stazni),
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