The Briar Woods color guard not only performed during halftime, but they also used their colorful flags to welcome this year's homecoming court.

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The Briar Woods Falcons take the field for their homecoming game against Loudoun County. Last season was a breakthrough of sorts for the Falcons, who went 7-3 during the regular season and reached the playoffs.

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Billy McDonald runs the ball against Loudoun County last season.

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Briar Woods quarterback Alex Munro prepares to throw a pass.

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Senior Max Rassman kicks off after the Falcons' first touchdown.

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The Falcon defense moves in to tackle Raiders running back Mike Howard.

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Loudoun County receiver Joe Bushrod dodges Briar Woods linebacker J.T. Bailey.

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The Briar Woods student section cheers as the Falcons score a touchdown.

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The Briar Woods marching band performs music by composer James Horner during the halftime show.

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The drum line wears hats and masks as it plays a selection from the film "Zorro."

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The Briar Woods color guard entertains the crowd during halftime.

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Dani Messam is crowned homecoming queen during halftime.

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The Falcons' defense tackles a Loudoun County Raider at the beginning of the third quarter.

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Briar Woods Senior Tim King heads toward the end zone to make a touchdown.

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Falcons wide receiver Tim King makes a touchdown during the third quarter.

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Briar Woods' J.T. Bailey scores a touchdown in a game last season against Loudoun County. Bailey will be a key contributor this year for the Falcons.

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Loudoun County running back Chase Williams tries to escape a tackle by Briar Woods defensive back Jeff Simmons.

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Raiders running back Jose VerTedula moves past the Falcons' defense.

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Senior Max Rassman and Junior Nick Hastings celebrate Briar Woods' victory with their team by singing the school anthem.

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