The freshman Class of 2021 won the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30, with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. This is the second consecutive win for the Odd Year.

Class of 2021

  • Close-up image of thick, coiled ropes used in the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • A group of students wearing maroon and gold "21 PULL" shirts and white pants stand in a line outdoors, with a brick building and trees in the background.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, wearing red shirts and headbands, carry a large rope together through a brick archway labeled "1912" with "Hope College" sign overhead. Trees and college buildings are visible in the background.
  • A group of Hope College students, part of the freshman Class of 2021, participate in the Pull tug-of-war event. They are seen walking under the "Hope College" arch, holding a thick rope, with some wearing red shirts and bandanas. The event took place on Saturday, September 30, and the freshman class won with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. This marks the second consecutive win for the Odd Year team.
  • Three students from the freshman Class of 2021 participate in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College, with one wearing a maroon "21 Pull" shirt, another in a red shirt and bandana, and the third in a maroon "21 Pull" shirt and white pants. They are holding a thick rope on a grassy area with a stone building in the background. Other participants and spectators are visible in the background.
  • Hope College freshman students participate in the Pull tug-of-war event, wearing red and maroon shirts, with a large rope on the lawn in front of a building.
  • Several students wearing maroon and red shirts with "21" and "PULL" printed on them, along with bandanas, carry a large rope on a grassy area in front of a building at Hope College.
  • Large coiled rope in the foreground with a group of students in maroon shirts and white pants standing together in the background, in front of a building with arched windows at Hope College.
  • Large coiled rope in the foreground with a group of students in maroon shirts and white pants standing together in the background, in front of a building with arched windows at Hope College. The freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, wearing maroon shirts with yellow lettering and standing in a large circle with arms around each other, celebrate their victory in the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30. This marks their second consecutive win for the Odd Year with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches.
  • Students wearing maroon shirts work together to raise a large wooden beam and banner during the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. Trees and a body of water are visible in the background.
  • A group of students wearing maroon shirts with nicknames on the back and white pants walk on a wooded trail. The caption reads: "The freshman Class of 2021 won the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30, with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. This is the second consecutive win for the Odd Year."
  • Members of the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, wearing maroon shirts with "21 PULL" in yellow letters, march in a line through a wooded area. They have face paint and words written on their arms, preparing for the Pull tug-of-war event.
  • A group of students from Hope College's freshman Class of 2021, wearing maroon shirts with "21 Pull Rep" and "21 Pull Coach" in yellow lettering, walk through a wooded area. The students are participating in the Pull tug-of-war event, which they won on Saturday, September 30.
  • A student from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participates in the Pull tug-of-war, gripping a thick rope with determination. The background features a large banner with "PULL 21" and "WE WILL" in bold letters, surrounded by trees and a red safety net. Nearby signs read "Depths" and "The Gate".
  • A group of freshman students from Hope College's Class of 2021 huddle together in preparation for the Pull tug-of-war event. They are wearing maroon shirts with "21 PULL" printed on them and black bandanas. This image captures their anticipation and team spirit on Saturday, September 30, where they secured a victory with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches.
  • Two Hope College freshmen, dressed in maroon and white with face paint and writing on their arms, prepare for the Pull tug-of-war event. One student, wearing a bandana, helps another adjust a harness. Other students and spectators stand in the background near an orange safety fence.
  • Two Hope College freshmen, dressed in maroon and white with face paint and writing on their arms, prepare for the Pull tug-of-war event. One student, wearing a bandana, helps another adjust a harness. Other students and spectators stand in the background near an orange safety fence. Two students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war event on September 30. They are wearing matching maroon shirts and white pants with "Odd Year" written on them. One student is holding duct tape, and the other has "RISE" written on their shaved head. Spectators and teammates are visible in the background.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 won the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30, with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. This is the second consecutive win for the Odd Year.
  • A group of students from Hope College, wearing maroon shirts labeled "21 Pull Coach" and camouflage pants, celebrate their victory in the Pull tug-of-war. They display various expressions of excitement and triumph.
  • A group of freshman students from the Class of 2021 at Hope College cheer and celebrate after winning the Pull tug-of-war event, wearing maroon shirts with "19 Pull" printed on them.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition, lying in a trench and pulling on a rope with determined expressions. They are wearing maroon shirts and white pants, with some having face paint and markings on their arms.
  • Students from Hope College's freshman Class of 2021 participate in the Pull tug-of-war event, straining and pulling on a thick rope while sitting in trenches. They are wearing maroon shirts, white pants, and face paint. The event took place on Saturday, September 30, and the class achieved a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. This marks the second consecutive win for the Odd Year team.
  • Students in the freshman Class of 2021 participate in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College, with participants intensely pulling the rope while spectators cheer them on from behind an orange safety barrier.
  • Two students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, with faces painted and wearing maroon shirts, participate in the Pull tug-of-war event. One student is drinking from a bottle while the other looks on intently. Orange safety fencing and other participants are visible in the background.
  • A group of Hope College students, members of the freshman Class of 2021, celebrate their win in the Pull tug-of-war. They are wearing maroon shirts with "PULL REP" and "PULL COACH" printed on them, and some have raised their arms in excitement. The background shows trees and the event took place outdoors.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 participate in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College. They are lying in trenches, covered in dirt, and wearing maroon shirts and white pants. The words "WE WILL" are written on their arms.
  • A person wearing a blue "Lake Michigan Unsalted" hat and plaid shirt is cheering enthusiastically, with hands cupped around their mouth. People in the background are also engaged, with one person smiling and another appearing focused.
  • A freshman student from the Class of 2021 at Hope College, with black face paint and wearing a maroon shirt, is exerting effort in the Pull tug-of-war competition, holding onto a thick rope and leaning back with a determined expression. The student has duct tape wrapped around their torso and appears to be in a muddy outdoor setting.
  • A student from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, with face paint and a determined expression, participates in the Pull tug-of-war, gripping a thick, muddy rope while sitting in a trench. The student is wearing protective gear and white pants splattered with mud.
  • Two Hope College students, dressed in maroon shirts and white pants with black face paint, participate in the Pull tug-of-war event. One student has "WE WILL" written on their arm. They are lying in the dirt, gripping a thick rope and looking determined.
  • Two students, covered in dirt, participate in a tug-of-war competition. One student, with black face paint and "ODD YEAR" written on their arm, looks up at the camera while gripping the rope. The other student, wearing a bandana and a shirt with "CHAIR" written on the sleeve, lies on the ground, also holding the rope.
  • Freshman students from the Class of 2021 participate in the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College, with some students lying in trenches and holding the rope while others stand and watch.
  • A group of spectators closely watching the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. One person is taking a photo with their phone, while others are clapping. Some people are wearing maroon shirts with "PULL" written on them.
  • Students from Hope College's freshman Class of 2021 celebrate their victory in the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30. One student stands on a platform with outstretched arms, wearing a maroon "21 Pull Coach" shirt and camouflage pants, with "WE WILL" written on his arms. Other students in maroon "19 Pull Coach" and "19 Pull" shirts stand around him in front of a large banner.
  • A group of students participating in a tug-of-war competition at Hope College's Pull event. One student is sitting on the ground covered in mud, gripping the rope, while others in maroon shirts with "Pull" written on them cheer and support. The background shows more students and spectators.
  • Two participants in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College, with one lying on the ground and the other shouting encouragement. Both are wearing maroon shirts and have face paint. The event took place on Saturday, September 30, and the freshman Class of 2021 won with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches.
  • Two students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, with faces painted and letters spelling "WILL" and "WE" on their arms, participate in the Pull tug-of-war event, laying on the ground with determined expressions.
  • Participants of the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College, wearing maroon shirts and white pants, strain on the rope while coaches and spectators cheer them on from the sidelines. The event is surrounded by an orange safety net, with various equipment and water bottles scattered on the ground.
  • Hope College freshmen participate in the Pull tug-of-war, with two students in maroon shirts and face paint pulling a thick rope while spectators cheer behind an orange barrier.
  • Participants in the 2017 Hope College Pull tug-of-war event, including the freshman Class of 2021, are engaged in the competition. They are wearing maroon shirts and face paint, and are strenuously pulling on a rope in a muddy trench. Spectators and signs are visible in the background.
  • Two freshmen from Hope College’s Class of 2021, wearing maroon shirts and white pants, participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition, lying in a muddy trench and pulling on a thick rope with determination.
  • A student from the freshman Class of 2021, wearing a maroon shirt and white pants, strains and grimaces while pulling a thick rope during the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College. His arms have writing on them, and he is partially covered in mud. Another student in a maroon shirt supports him from the side with a determined look. In the background, a person wearing boots stands on the muddy ground.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war event, straining and shouting with exertion as they pull a thick rope while lying in trenches. The event took place on Saturday, September 30, and the team won with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches.
  • Participants in the Pull tug-of-war event, wearing maroon shirts, compete with intense effort on a grassy field, surrounded by spectators behind an orange barrier. The freshman Class of 2021 is seen pulling the rope, with some team members lying on the ground and others encouraging from behind. A large banner with "21" is visible in the background.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war event, lying in a trench and pulling on a rope, with signs marking team positions along the side. The team wears maroon shirts and white pants, and their faces are painted with black markings. Spectators and supporters stand behind an orange barrier in the background.
  • Hope College students from the freshman Class of 2021 participate in the Pull tug-of-war, straining and pulling with determination, with some lying in trenches and others on the ground. They wear maroon shirts and white pants marked with writing, and their faces show intense effort.
  • Students from Hope College's freshman Class of 2021 participate in the Pull tug-of-war event on September 30, with a crowd of spectators watching. The students are dressed in maroon shirts and white pants, and they are lying in trenches, pulling on a rope with intense effort.
  • Crowd of students and supporters at the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College, some wearing maroon and gold "Pull" hats and face paint, one holding a "Warrior" sign with a photo, standing behind an orange barrier fence. Trees in the background.
  • Hope College freshmen, Class of 2021, engage intensely in the Pull tug-of-war, wearing maroon shirts with "PULL" and year numbers. They are seen pulling a thick rope, surrounded by spectators and teammates, some in camouflage pants, with expressions ranging from determination to exhaustion.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war event on Saturday, September 30. They are lying in a trench, pulling on a thick rope with visible determination. The participants are wearing maroon shirts and white pants, with various markings on their arms and faces. In the foreground, a collection of water bottles and bananas can be seen.
  • Students participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition at Hope College. Members of the freshman Class of 2021, wearing maroon shirts and face paint, strain to pull a muddy rope. A crowd of spectators watches intently in the background.
  • Two students with faces painted and arms marked with symbols participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition at Hope College. One student is pulling the rope with a determined expression, while the other is positioned on the ground, assisting and encouraging. Both are wearing maroon shirts and white pants, with the scene set in a muddy outdoor area.
  • A crowd of students are gathered outdoors, with some wearing maroon shirts with yellow text indicating roles like "PULL REP" and "VENENO." A person wearing a shirt labeled "JUDGE" is talking on a phone, surrounded by other students. The scene is set during the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war event, with team members wearing maroon shirts and pulling a rope. The crowd watches and cheers in the background.
  • A student wearing a maroon "19 Pull" sweatshirt smiles and raises a fist in celebration while taking a selfie. Other students wearing similar attire cheer in the background, capturing the excitement of the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • Two participants of the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College embrace in celebration. One has "WAR" written on their arm and the other has "WAR" and "PULL" written on their shaved head. They are surrounded by other team members wearing maroon shirts.
  • A group of enthusiastic students wearing matching maroon tank tops with "21 PULL COACH" and "21 PULL REP" celebrate their victory in a tug-of-war competition, cheering and raising their fists in triumph. Trees and greenery are visible in the background.
  • Two students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College embrace in celebration after winning the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30. Both students are wearing maroon shirts with yellow lettering, and one has "Ps. 23:1" written on their head. Other students in similar attire are visible in the background.
  • A group of students with face paint and matching maroon shirts celebrate in a river after winning the Pull tug-of-war. Two students are hugging in the foreground, surrounded by their cheering teammates. The shirts have yellow text, and some students have names or words written on their arms.
  • Two students with face paint and "W" and "WAR" shaved into their hair embrace after winning the Pull tug-of-war. They are wearing maroon shirts and have words written on their arms. A crowd watches in the background.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 celebrates their victory at the Pull tug-of-war event, with participants wearing maroon shirts and cheering as they emerge from a muddy area near a body of water, surrounded by a crowd of onlookers and supporters.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 celebrates their Pull tug-of-war victory in the water, with students wearing maroon shirts and sporting unique hairstyles with words painted on their heads. They splash water and embrace each other, showcasing their excitement and camaraderie.
  • A large group of students, wearing matching maroon shirts with yellow numbers and the word "PULL," celebrate in and near a muddy water pit. Some students are standing on the bank cheering and taking photos, while others are in the water, smiling and raising their hands in victory. The event is the Pull tug-of-war, and the freshman Class of 2021 has won, marking the second consecutive win for the Odd Year.
  • A large group of Hope College students, many wearing maroon and gold "19 Pull" shirts, cheer and celebrate by the riverbank during the Pull tug-of-war event. Some students are taking photos and videos, while others clap and smile. The event took place on Saturday, September 30.
  • A large group of students, many wearing maroon and gold "Pull" shirts, celebrate in and around a muddy body of water after the freshman Class of 2021 won the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College. Spectators are gathered on the bank, cheering and taking photos. Some participants have "21" painted on their arms and shirts.
  • A group of students from the freshman Class of 2021 stand in a river, cheering and celebrating after winning the Pull tug-of-war. They are wearing matching dark shirts with "21 PULL" printed in yellow and have face paint. The water is shallow, and some of the students have their arms around each other.

Class of 2020

  • A close-up view of thick, coiled ropes used in the Pull tug-of-war competition at Hope College.
  • A large group of students from Hope College's freshman Class of 2021 stand in a line, wearing matching red shirts and bandanas. They appear serious and focused, with arms crossed, ready for the Pull tug-of-war competition. The background shows a campus building and greenery.
  • A group of students, participating in the Pull tug-of-war competition, are seen carrying a large rope under an archway labeled "Hope College." They are wearing red shirts and headbands, with some in maroon vests, and are running on a sidewalk with a grassy area and a historic building in the background.
  • Students participating in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College walk under an archway with the words "Hope College" on it. They are carrying a thick rope over their shoulders, and some are wearing red bandanas. The campus is green with trees and a stone building in the background.
  • Students participate in the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. The freshman Class of 2021 won the competition with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. Several students are shown holding the rope, wearing red shirts with "20" and maroon shirts with "21".
  • Several students, dressed in red and maroon shirts and headbands, carry thick ropes on a sunny day, with a background of green grass and a stone building.
  • Students participate in the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. Members of the freshman Class of 2021, wearing red shirts with "20" and "Pull" printed on them, hold onto a thick rope as they walk on the grass in front of a stone building.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war event. They are wearing red and maroon shirts with the numbers "21" and "20" and are holding a large rope, walking on the grass in front of a building. Some students are also wearing bandanas.
  • A group of students wearing red shirts and bandanas, some with nicknames written on their backs, stand in a huddle with their fists raised in celebration. They are the freshman Class of 2021, who won the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30, with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches, marking the second consecutive win for the Odd Year.
  • A banner hangs among trees with the words "EVEN YEAR" spray-painted in red and black.
  • A large white poster taped to a tree displays the "Even Year Pull Team 2020" list, detailing the names and positions of team members for a tug-of-war competition.
  • A tug-of-war rope stretches across a pond with green algae, connecting two groups of people standing on opposite banks, partially visible in the background.
  • A group of students wearing red shirts with the number 20 and the word "PULL" run across a wooden bridge surrounded by greenery during the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • Two handmade signs hang from tree branches in a wooded area. The left sign reads "Atomic Blonde" with an image of a nuclear explosion. The right sign reads "Eternal Kingdom" with illustrations of flames and a skull, and the names "Ash" and "Jake" along with "Pit #6" at the bottom.
  • Freshmen students wearing red "20 PULL" shirts and red headbands run across a small wooden bridge surrounded by greenery during the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • A group of people stand in front of a large vertical banner with the word "PULL" and the number "21" reflected in a pond, surrounded by trees.
  • A group of students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, wearing red shirts and bandanas, huddle together in a circle before the Pull tug-of-war competition. The event took place on Saturday, September 30, and resulted in a victory for the freshmen with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches, marking the second consecutive win for the Odd Year.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, dressed in red shirts with the number 20, participates in the Pull tug-of-war event. They stand next to a large rope trench, with orange safety fencing and trees in the background. Some team members have face paint and writing on their arms, and supplies are scattered on the ground.
  • Two students, part of the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, are preparing for the Pull tug-of-war. They are wearing red shirts, with "20" on them, and red bandanas. One student has "UNBROKEN" written on their arm and is wrapped in duct tape. A crowd of spectators is in the background.
  • Two students participating in the Pull tug-of-war. Both are wearing red shirts and bandanas, with black face paint. The student on the left is wrapping the arm of the student on the right with tape, who has various writings on their arm including "HCF #1 UNBROKEN." Orange safety fencing and other people are visible in the background.
  • A group of students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition. They are wearing red shirts, red bandanas, and face paint, with the word "UNBROKEN" written on their arms. The event took place on Saturday, September 30, and the freshmen won with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. The background shows spectators and team supporters.
  • Students from the freshman Class of 2021, wearing red shirts and bandanas, participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition at Hope College. They are straining and pulling on the rope, with determination visible on their faces.
  • A student wearing a red bandana and a sleeveless red shirt that says "RED VIPER" raises his hands in the air in front of a large black and red fabric backdrop during the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • A freshman student from Hope College, wearing a red headband and red and white attire, is seen straining and grimacing during the Pull tug-of-war event. The word "UNBROKEN" is written on his arm. The image captures the intensity and effort of the competition.
  • A close-up of a participant in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College. The person is wearing padded gear and holding a thick rope, with arms covered in handwritten notes. In the background, orange safety netting and backpacks are visible.
  • Two students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, wearing red shirts and red bandanas, participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition. One student is leaning on the ground with a determined expression, while the other is lying down, wrapped in duct tape for protection. Both have black face paint and writing on their arms.
  • A focused, determined freshman from Hope College, wearing a red bandana and face paint, participates in the Pull tug-of-war event on September 30, 2017. Other team members, equally focused, are visible in the background.
  • Two students wearing red bandanas and face paint, lying on the ground and participating in the Pull tug-of-war competition at Hope College. The student on the left is looking determinedly at the camera, while the student on the right appears exhausted.
  • Two students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, wearing red bandanas and black face paint under their eyes, participate in the Pull tug-of-war. One student looks focused while the other shouts motivationally. Two students wearing red bandanas and face paint, lying on the ground and participating in the Pull tug-of-war competition at Hope College. The student on the left is looking determinedly at the camera, while the student on the right appears exhausted.
  • Two students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, wearing red bandanas and black face paint under their eyes, participate in the Pull tug-of-war. One student looks focused while the other shouts motivationally.
  • Two students, a young woman and a young man, participating in the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. They are wearing red shirts and bandanas, with black face paint and markings on their arms. The young woman has "UNBROKEN" written on her arm. Both are on the ground, looking determined.
  • Three women smiling and wearing red "88" shirts, celebrating the freshman Class of 2021's victory in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College on Saturday, September 30.
  • A participant in the Pull tug-of-war, wearing a red bandana and red shirt, grips a black fabric during the competition.
  • Two students participating in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College are lying in a trench, wearing red bandanas and face paint, with one student wrapped in duct tape and the other holding the rope.
  • A woman in a red "21" shirt holds a baby and cheers, while another woman in sunglasses stands beside her, during the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • Two students from Hope College, dressed in red shirts and red bandanas, lie on the ground during the Pull tug-of-war event. The female student has "PSYCH IT UP 20" written on her arm, and the male student has "UNBROKEN" written on his. Both have black face paint under their eyes and appear engaged in the competition.
  • Two students in red shirts and bandanas participate in the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. One student helps the other by wrapping duct tape around their upper body. The scene is set outdoors with spectators in the background.
  • A group of students from the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College celebrate their Pull tug-of-war victory. They are holding signs that read "Babe Cave", "Tom and Jerry", "Simba & Nala", and "Dawg Fight". Some students are wearing red shirts with the numbers 16 and 18, one shirt reads "RED VIPER".
  • A student wearing a red bandana, black face paint, and red shirt with the number 21, lies in a trench, wrapped in duct tape with inscriptions on his arm. Another student, also in red with a bandana, leans over him. The scene is from the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • A large rope stretches across a pond covered in green algae, with a small motorboat in the background. Two people are seen in the boat, one of whom appears to be guiding the rope.
  • The freshman Class of 2021, wearing red shirts and bandanas, participate in the Pull tug-of-war while being cheered on by excited teammates and supporters. One member is seen holding the rope, with others shouting encouragement. An orange safety net separates the participants from the onlookers.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 participates in a tug-of-war competition at Hope College, with students wearing red shirts and bandanas. A large banner with the word "REIGN" and a red dragon is displayed in the background. Orange safety netting lines the sides of the competition area, with spectators watching the event.
  • A student, part of the freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College, strains and leans back while gripping a thick rope during a tug-of-war competition. He is covered in dirt and wearing a red bandana, with various writings and drawings on his arms. Other participants and spectators in red shirts can be seen in the background, along with orange safety netting and piles of dirt.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 at Hope College participates in the Pull tug-of-war event on Saturday, September 30. Students in red shirts are seen pulling on a rope with intense effort, while spectators watch from behind orange safety netting. A large banner reading "REIGN" with a red dragon design is held up in the background. The event takes place outdoors among trees.
  • The freshman Class of 2021, wearing red shirts, celebrate their win in the Pull tug-of-war on Saturday, September 30, with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches. They are surrounded by spectators as they cheer and raise their arms in victory.
  • Close-up of a thick rope lying in a muddy trench, used in the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 participates in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College, with team members wearing red shirts, bandanas, and face paint, lying in dugout pits and pulling a rope. Spectators cheer from behind an orange safety fence.
  • A group of students in red shirts and bandanas participate in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College. They are positioned in a trench, pulling on a rope, with onlookers standing behind an orange barrier. A large banner with the word "REIGN" and a red horse design is displayed in the background. Trees and greenery surround the area.
  • Students and spectators gather at a muddy trench for the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College. Participants wearing red shirts and headbands, marked with "20," strain against the rope, while others cheer and support from behind orange safety fencing.
  • The freshman Class of 2021 participates in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College on Saturday, September 30. The team, dressed in red shirts and bandanas, is cheered on by a crowd as they win with a gain of 6 feet, 2 inches, marking the second consecutive win for the Odd Year.
  • A group of students wearing red shirts and headbands participate in a tug-of-war event during the Pull at Hope College. They are surrounded by spectators behind an orange safety fence.
  • Students and spectators gather at the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. The freshman Class of 2021, wearing red shirts and bandanas, participate in the competition, pulling the rope with determination. A large banner reading "REIGN" is visible in the background. Orange safety fencing lines the path, and the event takes place in a wooded area.
  • A group of students at Hope College participate in the Pull tug-of-war competition. Two students in red shirts with "20" printed on them are pulling a thick rope, while a coach stands nearby. Spectators watch from behind an orange safety fence. The event takes place in a muddy area with sandbags on the ground.
  • A man in a red shirt with the number 86 and the word "PULL" stands among a crowd at the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. There are people of various ages around him, including a woman holding a small child. Trees and greenery are visible in the background.
  • A group of Hope College students, wearing red shirts and hats, work together to secure a large black and red tarp during the Pull tug-of-war event on September 30. The student in the foreground has "JUDGEMENT" written on the back of his shirt. Trees and greenery are visible in the background.
  • The freshman Class of 2021, wearing red shirts with "PULL" and "18" on them, celebrate their victory in the Pull tug-of-war with raised arms and cheering faces. They stand on a platform, surrounded by trees and sunlight.
  • Two students in red shirts and bandanas participate in the Pull tug-of-war at Hope College. One student, sitting and gripping a rope, looks determined, while the other, standing behind, cheers enthusiastically.
  • A group of students from the freshman Class of 2021, wearing red shirts and bandanas, participate in the Pull tug-of-war. They are lying in trenches, gripping the rope, with spectators behind an orange fence watching the event. Trees and greenery are visible in the background.
  • Hope College students, wearing red shirts and bandanas, participate in the Pull tug-of-war on September 30, 2017. They lie in wooden pits with ropes, pulling with intense determination. Spectators and teammates in similar attire watch from the sidelines.
  • A crowd of students and supporters gather behind an orange safety net during the Pull tug-of-war event at Hope College. A woman in the foreground is looking at her phone, while a man next to her, wearing a "The Pull" shirt, holds a measuring tape. Other students in the background are cheering and watching the competition.
  • Close-up of a participant's legs and boots in the dirt, gripping a rope covered in dirt and orange chalk during the Hope College Pull tug-of-war event.
  • A person wearing a red bandana and a red shirt with the number 20 on it is sitting with their eyes closed, while another person beside them holds a phone, showing them something on the screen. The second person has their arm around the first person's shoulder. They are surrounded by other people and an orange plastic barrier.
  • A group of Hope College students from the freshman Class of 2021 stands together, wearing red shirts and bandanas, celebrating their victory in the Pull tug-of-war competition on Saturday, September 30. The shirts have numbers "18" and "20" and titles such as "Pull Coach" and "Pull Rep." The background shows trees and a sunny day.

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The members of the incoming Class of 2021 won’t be the only new additions at Hope College when they arrive beginning Friday, Aug. 25, for the college’s 156th academic year. They’ll be joining new college leadership and the newly opened Jim and Martie Bultman Student Center.

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Spring Fling 2017 Photos

SAC’s last-day-of-school tradition wrapped up a great school year with the Push, inflatables, live music and a picnic in the Pine Grove.