Video: Vandy celebrates winning the state title
Derek Mason’s team has battled all year long.
Showing tangible improvement throughout the season, Vanderbilt was hopeful it would garner the opportunity to feature in a bowl game.
Facing off versus in-state rival Tennessee in the season finale, the Commodores needed a victory to ensure that they would go bowling.
.@VandyFootball has won 3 of 5 vs. @Vol_Football for the 1st time since winning 6 straight in the 1920s. https://t.co/hxFDMq3jD1 #TENNvsVAN pic.twitter.com/cSVu5wUEGe
— Winsipedia (@Winsipedia) November 28, 2016
On Saturday, Vandy’s offense exploded — accruing 608 total yards in a 45-34 victory.
The team was understandably elated after the contest. Led by Mason, the ‘Dores had a wonderful celebration on the field.
Vandy will be making its first bowl appearance since 2013.