Sergeant First Class James Upton from the United States Army Recruiting Command and the brother of Bison assistant coach Andy Upton is pictured with Bethany Director of Athletics Brian Rose at Bison Stadium prior to Saturday's football game against Mount Union. Sergeant Upton donated a Garrison Flag to Bethany to be flown over Bison Stadium which was presented to him in recognition of his service during his tour in Afghanistan. The flag flew over the US Embassy in Kabul which came under attack from insurgent forces in Sept. 2011 and Sergeant Upton led the multinational forces that repelled the attack. Following the presentation, Mr. Rose and Sergeant First Class Upton with the officials for the ceremonial coin toss. Sergeant Upton used a military commander's coin for the opening coin toss prior to kickoff.
