In case you missed the first one last week, Hidden History is a new series here at TN. Each week we will dust off the history books and take a peek back in time at some of the more overlooked games or aspects of the gridiron history between Florida State and its opponent.
This week, Florida State welcomes the Samford Bulldogs to Doak Campbell Stadium, a program to which the Seminoles owe a great deal of appreciation.
Basic Facts:
All-time series record: FSU leads 2-0
First meeting: 1950; Doak Campbell Stadium; FSU won 20-6
Most recent meeting: 2010; Doak Campbell Stadium; FSU won 59-6
Dixieland Delight
When the Florida State College for Women was returned to co-educational status in 1947 by the Florida Legislature, the newly designated Florida State University needed a home for its fledgling sports programs.