1931_Rose_Bowl

1931 Rose Bowl

1931 Rose Bowl

College football game

The 1931 Rose Bowl was the 17th Rose Bowl game, an American post-season college football game that was played on New Year's Day in Pasadena, California. It featured two undefeated teams, Alabama and Washington State.[3][4][5]

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Alabama scored three touchdowns in the second quarter and shut out the Cougars, 24–0.[3][6]

Game notes

For a psychological stunt, the WSC Cougars dressed all in red (helmets, jerseys, pants, socks, and shoes),[3][7] according to the Pasadena Tournament of Roses.

References

  1. [1]
    Kirksey, George (December 31, 1930). "Crimson Tide rules 2-1 favorites over Cougars". Pittsburgh Press. United Press. p. 10.
  2. [2]
    "Alabama, Cougars meet today". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. Associated Press. January 1, 1931. p. 21.
  3. [3]
    "Second period drive gives Alabama 24 to 0 victory over Washington State in grid game". Spokesman-Review. (Spokane, Washington). Associated Press. January 2, 1931. p. 12.
  4. [4]
    2009 Kickoff Luncheon and Rose Bowl Hall of Fame Induction program
  5. [5]
    Rose Bowl Game Timeline Archived May 20, 2008, at the Wayback Machine, Pasadena Tournament of Roses
  6. [6]
    Kirksey, George (January 2, 1931). "Crimson Tide impressive as Cougars lose Rose game". Pittsburgh Press. United Press. p. 34.
  7. [7]
    "Alabama defeats Washington State, 24-0". Pittsburgh Post-Gazette. United News. January 2, 1931. p. 12.


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