LSU Bowl Games: A Complete History

This book covers LSU football's 50 bowl games from 1907 through 2019, including highlights, stats, and quotes from players and coaches. It also presents bowl games in notable contexts, such as games against Hall of Fame coaches, Heisman Trophy winners, and the first game played by a U.S. football team in a foreign country.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 256 pages
Publication date: 28 February 2021
Publisher: McFarland & Co Inc

This book is a comprehensive and captivating journey through the history of LSU football, spanning from 1907 to 2019. It offers a detailed account of each of the Tigers' 50 bowl games, providing summaries of both the team's regular season and their opponents' seasons, along with captivating quarter-by-quarter game highlights, essential statistics, and insightful quotes from players and coaches. The bowl games are presented in a series of notable contexts, including historic matchups against Hall of Fame coaches (such as the Sugar Bowls from 1936 to 1938 and the Capital One Bowl in 2010), thrilling contests featuring Heisman Trophy winners (such as the Sugar Bowls from 1959 to 1960 and the Peach Bowl in 2019), groundbreaking games against black players (such as the Sugar Bowl in 1965 and the Bluebonnet Bowl in 1972), and the pioneering feat of a U.S. football team playing in a foreign country (the Bacardi Bowl in 1907).

The book is meticulously researched and written, offering a deep understanding of the Tigers' football program and its place in college football history. It includes vivid descriptions of the games, the players, and the coaches, capturing the excitement, drama, and significance of each bowl appearance. Whether you are a passionate LSU fan or a football enthusiast in general, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to explore the rich tapestry of LSU football's legacy.

Weight: 660g
Dimension: 254 x 177 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781476683119