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The Big Game: Peninsula v. Gig Harbor

School and city pride is on the line in what many call one of the biggest events in the Purdy/Gig Harbor area each year.
KING 5's Chris Egan hangs out with Peninsula High School football fans before the Big Game against Gig Harbor.

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Peninsula beat rival Gig Harbor 31-21 in front of a packed house at Roy Anderson Field in Purdy for the 38th annual Fish Bowl.

Gig Harbor leads the overall series 21-17. Both teams are considered playoff contenders.

School and city pride were on the line in what many call one of the biggest events in the Purdy/Gig Harbor area each year.

The Fish Bowl got its name in the early 80's when the schools started having a salmon fundraiser dinner before the game.

Watch The Blitz on Fridays at 11 p.m. on king5.com, the KING 5 app and the KING 5 Facebook page for a recap of the biggest area high school football games! Share your school pride with us using #k5sports -- we might feature your photos and videos on the show!

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