From Underdog to Champions | Alabama's 1926 Rose Bowl Triumph

The Game That Changed Southern Football: Inside Alabama's Historic 1926 Rose BowlJoin us for Part 1 of our special 3-part interview with Tommy Ford and Mark Mayfield, co-authors of the forthcoming book 'Remember the Rose Bowl.' In this episode, we dive deep into the 1926 Rose Bowl where Alabama's football team defied expectations and earned the South's first national championship. Learn about the national context, epic train journey, game day heroics, and the lasting legacy of this momentous event in sports history. Don't miss the captivating recount of how a football game earned Alabama national respect and paved the way for future successes.00:00 The Historic 1926 Rose Bowl: Setting the Stage00:30 Introduction of Special Guests: Mark Mayfield02:15 The Importance of the 1925 Season03:42 Wallace Wade's Impact and Alabama's Rise07:03 The Road to the Rose Bowl Invitation14:29 The Significance of the Rose Bowl in Alabama's Fight Song19:59 The Epic Train Journey to Pasadena26:10 Balancing Fun and Focus: Preparing for the Big Game28:19 The Booming Film Industry and Coach Wade's Balance29:18 The Journey to Pasadena: A Hundred Years Ago30:57 The 1926 Rose Bowl Game Breakdown36:19 Johnny Mack Brown: The Star Player42:23 The Impact of the 1925 Rose Bowl Win45:33 The Triumphant Train Ride Home52:53 Conclusion: The Legacy of Alabama FootballGet vidIQ to grow your channel faster! 🚀https://vidiq.com/crimson