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"1960s" - 23 Total Result(s)
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A GENERATIONAL RIVALRY
FSU has enjoyed a storied rivalry with in-state neighbor Miami for generations. The matchup dates back to 1951, with dozens of regular-season meetings and six games when both teams were ranked in the ...
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A HELMET FOR EVERY ROLE
The 1962 season featured a unique moment in program history — when each class of players wore a different helmet. In his third year as head coach, Bill Peterson was eager to shake things up. After pos ...
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BILETNIKOFF’S LEGACY LIVES ON
From 1962 to 1964, WR Fred Biletnikoff helped shape the identity of FSU football with his sure hands, uncanny route-running and unmatched feel for the game. In 1964, he tallied 1,179 receiving yards a ...
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BUILDING BLOCKS OF A LEGACY
Before becoming one of the most iconic head coaches in college football history, Bobby Bowden spent time as an assistant coach at FSU. From 1962 to 1965, he served under head coach Bill Peterson worki ...
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CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARDS
Even though the Seminoles could count on C Dave Cowens (No. 13) for points and assists, his specialty was rebounding. Over three seasons from 1967 to 1970, Cowens set program records for most career r ...
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EARLY GARNET AND GOLD CHEER STYLE
These vintage cheerleading garments — a Garnet and Gold sweater with a bold “FS” and a pleated skirt — showcase the timeless pride and school spirit of FSU’s early years. This uniform reflects the col ...
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FIRST VICTORY IN THE SWAMP
On November 25, 1967, the Florida State Seminoles achieved one of the most pivotal wins in program history, defeating the No. 18-ranked Florida Gators in Gainesville, 21-16. It was the first time FSU ...
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FRED IN FULL FLIGHT
This thrilling action shot captures WR Fred Biletnikoff mid-play — his body suspended, arms outstretched, eyes locked on the football. It’s everything you need to know about his style: precise, focuse ...
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FROM TULLY TO THE HALL OF FAME
Following a standout playing career with the Seminoles in the late 1950s, Hugh Durham (right) served as a graduate assistant in 1960 and became assistant coach ahead of the 1961-62 season. He joined t ...
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FSU’S EARLY YEARS
These vintage gold Rawlings football pants, marked “ARW” on the waistband, reflect the rugged, early years of FSU football. After a brief stint in the early 1900s, the Seminoles returned to the field ...