PHOTO STORY: Belmont Celebrates Homecoming Weekend

Bruiser holding up a smaller stuffed bear at the Build-a-Bruin event, Haley Ramsey

Build-a-Bruin, the crowing of homecoming royalty and a relocated pep rally were a few of the events that took place this weekend. 

Belmont’s annual Homecoming took place this last weekend where students, faculty and alumni all took part in a number of celebratory events.  

A number of the events were shifted to indoor locations because of the colder weather.  

Belmont cheer took to the stage to get the crowd engaged, Braden Simmons

The events all led up to the homecoming game on Saturday afternoon. 

Build-a-Bruin was fully booked, and students were able to build their own small bears and don them in themed attire. 

A couple of the created bruins showcased in the Beaman lobby, Haley Ramsey

The event took place in the Beaman Lobby in the afternoon, which then led to the parade. 

A student continues to stuff their bear to bring their idea to life, Haley Ramsey

The parade showcased floats created by student organizations and residence halls. 

Russell hall RA's hoisting their trophy and sign in the air as they are announced the winners, Braden Simmons

Russell Hall and Belmont Wesley each took home awards for best res hall float and best club float respectively. 

Belmont Wesley poses with their trophy after winning best student organization float, Braden Simmons

Following the parade, a pep rally took place as Belmont’s men’s and women’s basketball teams showed up on stage to encourage the student body to show up to their future games. 

Belmont cheer and pep band were also in the Maddox Grand Atrium, getting the crowd engaged and reciting game chants. 

The Homecoming events ended up closing out on Saturday night's game at halftime as seniors Sam Sackstein and Cora Williams were named as Homecoming King and Queen for this year. 

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This article was written by Braden Simmons with contributory photography from Haley Ramsey