Sept. 3, 2020 - the Black Bears were scheduled to open their 128th season of football today at Ball State. The excitement of opening day will have to wait, but we wanted to take a moment for a season opener #TBT thread

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The Black Bears are 64-57-5 all-time in season openers, including last year's 42-14 victory over Sacred Heart. Maine has won each of its last two season openers, capturing the coveted musket in 2018 with a win over rival UNH.

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The top highlight from last year's season opener? Well, there were a TON to choose from. However, we're going to go with this impressive TD grab by @devin_young2

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The 'Black Hole' defense did what the 'Black Hole' does as the unit held Sacred Heart to just 207 total yards while forcing a pair of fumbles.

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Maine's offense put on a show against the Pioneers to the tune of 42 first half points, scoring a touchdown on each of its first six possessions, while totaling 582 total yards of offense on the evening.

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The conclusion of this thread: we miss football and wish we were performing for #BlackBearNation tonight. However, that day will come again and we CAN'T WAIT. Until then, stay safe.

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