Grand Haven stops Spring Lake in 2OT thriller during rivalry matchup 37 years in the making

BY SCOTT DECAMP LocalSportsJournal.com GRAND HAVEN – Prior to Thursday night’s electric season opener at Buccaneer Stadium, neighboring Grand Haven and Spring Lake had not met on the football field since 1989. The renewal of the Drawbridge Classic series sure seemed worth the 37-year wait. Before a packed crowd estimated at 6,500 fans and with visiting Spring Lake going for the win on a two-point conversion attempt in the second overtime, Grand Haven answered the bell and made a stop in the backfield to seal a thrilling 35-34 victory. “It was a fantastic atmosphere. I have to give thanks to…