As a VU football alum, here are some things I am most grateful for this year…
Chancellor Diermeier and the VU administration believing in the importance of sports for VU student-athletes.
Athletics Director Candice Lee for her leadership and unlimited energy.
Members of Team Five for building a winning program as they bought into Coach Lea’s vision.
The Vanderbilt student body for showing up and showing out this season.
The crowd at First Bank Stadium for creating a home-field advantage as the team was undefeated at home this season.
The in-game DJ for playing Phil Collins’ "In the Air Tonight" at the right time each game.
Nate Bargatze, Theo Von, Reese Witherspoon, Johnny Manziel, and all other celebrities who have rooted for the team and helped increase the Vanderbilt brand.
Those who operate and support the Ingram Center for Student-Athlete Success and all Vanderbilt student-athletes who are benefiting on and off the field.
My family and friends, especially those who share in my Vanderbilt fandom.
Happy Thanksgiving,
Bernard
