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1953 Ohio Bobcats football team

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The 1953 Ohio Bobcats football team was an American football team that represented Ohio University in the Mid-American Conference (MAC) during the 1953 college football season. In their fifth season under head coach Carroll Widdoes, the Bobcats won the MAC championship, compiled a 6–2–1 record (5–0–1 against MAC opponents), and outscored all opponents by a combined total of 245 to 86.[1]

The team's statistical leaders included Tom Ascani with 537 rushing yards, Bill Frederick with 627 passing yards, and Lou Sawchik with 511 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.[2]

References

  1. ^ "2015 Ohio Football Media Guide" (PDF). Ohio University. 2015. p. 91.
  2. ^ 2015 Media Guide, pp. 75-77.