A tense matchup between two Division II HBCU programs, Edward Waters University and Miles College, on Saturday took an unexpected turn when the Miles College Purple Marching Machine abruptly exited Nathaniel Glover Community Stadium early in the third quarter. The football game itself was never in doubt—Edward Waters cruised to a 46-14 victory in the SIAC contest—but the spotlight quickly shifted to the bands. From the opening quarter, the Purple Marching Machine made its presence felt, entering the visitor’s side with nearly 300 members including musicians, dancers, and flag bearers. Their size and sound gave them a dominant voice in the
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