Welcome to WHS Stadium, home of the Waterloo High School Bulldogs, as they host the Columbia Eagles in the “Route 3 Rivalry.” This storied matchup, set just south of St. Louis on the west side of Illinois, is known for its unforgettable moments and passionate fanbases. This faceoff will be featured in the 22nd season of the Great American Rivalry Series. 

Since 2004, the Bulldogs and Eagles have faced off 20 times, with the series tied at 10 wins each. Waterloo took last year’s meeting on the road, 31-14 and now looks to claim a third straight win and take the all-time lead. 

The rivalry goes beyond the gridiron, featuring community events like charity t-shirt sales and the beloved annual mascot race. The winner takes home the coveted “Route 3 Trophy,” named after the highway that separates the two schools by just 12 miles. 

Circle September 5th on your calendar as 3,000 fans will pack in to see if Waterloo will pull ahead, or can Columbia bounce back and reclaim the edge in this deadlocked rivalry? 

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