Harlingen South Hawks fans cheer before Bird Bowl XV at Boggus Stadium Friday night. The Hawks went on to defeat the Harlingen Cardinals with a score of 21 to 7.

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Harlingen South Hawks quarterback Sean Messick watches the defense play during the first half of Bird Bowl XV.

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Harlingen running back Ted Snavely sits during the first half of Bird Bowl XV.

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The Harlingen South Hawks cheerleaders set up signs before Bird Bowl XV kicks off Friday night.

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