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Ref Saluted Military Veterans Before Announcing Penalty During Celebration Bowl

Official Rory Bernard salutes military veterans before announcing a penalty during the Celebration Bowl between Jackson State and South Carolina State Mercedes-Benz Stadium on December 14, 2024. | Screengrab Twitter @espn

An official working the Celebration Bowl game between the Jackson State Tigers and South Carolina State Bulldogs took the time to deliver an important message right before he announced a penalty.

With 11:34 remaining in the first quarter, Bernard, following a 28-yard punt return by the Tigers, prepared to announce a penalty against Jackson State. But before making the announcement, Bernard took a moment to honor the nation's military veterans.

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