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Hawk Band Steps In for Oklahoma at Rivalry Game

9/13/2025

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Hawk Band Substitutes

St. Joseph's University Hawk Band will perform at the Temple vs. Oklahoma football game, as Oklahoma's band cannot travel due to budget issues.
This marks the first time Oklahoma's band has had a substitute, prompting varied reactions from fans and commentators.
Temple fans have mixed feelings, with some viewing it as disrespectful and others embracing the rivalry.
A sell-out crowd is anticipated, with both fan bases expecting a competitive atmosphere.
Oklahoma fans remain confident, despite local reporters minimizing Temple's game day attendance.

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Temple Teams Struggle

Temple men's soccer lost 4-0 to Missouri State, falling to 0-4-2, while Missouri State improved to 3-1-1.
The Owls struggled against the Bears' defense, conceding goals in the 22nd and 25th minutes.
Temple's next match is against Florida Atlantic on September 21.
In cross country, both the men's and women's teams placed last at the Harry Groves Spiked Shoe Invitational.
The field hockey team won 1-0 against Lafayette, with Peyton Rieger scoring the decisive goal.
Temple women's soccer lost 4-2 to USF, with Madison Abi Aoun netting her first goal for the Owls.

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Hawk Band Substitutes

St. Joseph's University Hawk Band will perform at the Temple vs. Oklahoma football game, as Oklahoma's band cannot travel due to budget issues.
This marks the first time Oklahoma's band has had a substitute, prompting varied reactions from fans and commentators.
Temple fans have mixed feelings, with some viewing it as disrespectful and others embracing the rivalry.
A sell-out crowd is anticipated, with both fan bases expecting a competitive atmosphere.
Oklahoma fans remain confident, despite local reporters minimizing Temple's game day attendance.

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