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Syracuse to Honor 1959 and 1979 Football Teams - Syracuse University Athletics
This season marks the 60th anniversary of Syracuse's 1959 national championship and the 40th anniversary of the 1979 team's Independence Bowl victory.
Two of Syracuse's most accomplished football teams will be honored at home games during the 2019 season.
Syracuse Athletics will recognize the 60th anniversary of the 1959 national championship team on Saturday, Sept. 14 versus Clemson during Homecoming/Orange Central Weekend. The 1979 Orange, champions of the Independence Bowl, are celebrating their 40th anniversary this season and will be honored on Saturday, Sept. 21 when Syracuse hosts Western Michigan.