BC to Wear 80s Throwback Uniforms Saturday

CHESTNUT HILL, Mass. – Boston College will wear special throwback uniforms Saturday on Homecoming against Louisville. The uniforms go back to 1984 with Heisman Trophy winner and United Press International Player of the Year Doug Flutie. The renowned football player is widely regarded as one of the greatest athletes in program history and symbolizes a time of excitement, spirit and success for Boston College.

In honor of Flutie's legacy and the enthusiasm he brought to campus, BC will wear a throwback design in their game against Louisville on October 13. The specialty uniform will feature design elements unique to the BC uniforms of the early 1980's.

The "Era of Doug Flutie," as some call it,…