When the announcement became official Aug. 24, those feelings turned to astonishment.

For about 107 players who will suit up when Belton (7-1 overall, 4-1 District 12-5A) faces Temple (3-5, 2-3) at 7 tonight at Wildcat Stadium, the chance of a lifetime has finally arrived.

They get to play on national TV! Win or lose, it will be a moment they'll never forget.