Eleven years ago, head coach Brady Hoke guided San Diego State to a 35-14 decision over Navy in the Poinsettia Bowl. The victory designated the school’s first bowl win since 1969 and its first 9-win season since 1977.
Since that fateful night in San Diego, the Aztecs program has evolved into a different animal, completing 12 consecutive seasons without a losing record. Despite all the winning, Tuesday night marked an unforeseen milestone in San Diego State history. The Aztecs knocked off C-USA champion UTSA, 38-24, in the Tropical Smoothie Cafe Frisco Bowl to secure their sixth bowl victory since 2010.