Below is an context that describes a sql query, paired with an question that provides further information. Write an answer that appropriately completes the request.  # noqa: E501
### Context:
CREATE TABLE table_2517159_1 (appearances VARCHAR, name_of_bowl VARCHAR)
### Question:
Name the appearance for independence bowl
### Answer:
SELECT COUNT(appearances) FROM table_2517159_1 WHERE name_of_bowl = "Independence Bowl"