NextFin news, On Saturday, September 20, 2025, the high school football game between the Big Spring Steers and El Paso Bel Air in El Paso was abruptly ended due to lightning, forcing the coaches to mutually call the game a no contest.
The game was stopped midway through the third quarter after 2½ competitive quarters had been played. At the time of the stoppage, Big Spring was trailing by seven points but was positioned on the Bel Air 4-yard line with a chance to tie the game.
Both coaching staffs agreed to end the game early for safety reasons as lightning posed a significant risk to players, staff, and spectators.
The cancellation prevented the game from reaching a conclusion, leaving the outcome unresolved. This decision was reported by Big Country Preps on September 20, 2025.
Big Spring Steers had been competitive in the game, and the cancellation came at a critical moment when they were threatening to score and potentially tie the game.
The incident highlights the impact of weather conditions on outdoor sporting events and the priority given to safety in such situations.
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