SMU Mustangs 2026 NCAA Trust & Will Holiday Bowl Champion January 2 2026 Snapdragon Stadium San Diego CA Vintage T-Shirt

SMU Mustangs 2026 NCAA Trust & Will Holiday Bowl Champion January 2 2026 Snapdragon Stadium San Diego CA Vintage T-Shirt

The SMU Mustangs claimed their first bowl victory in 13 years by defeating the No. 17 Arizona Wildcats 24-19 in the 46th annual Trust & Will Holiday Bowl on January 2, 2026, at Snapdragon Stadium in San Diego, California, marking a triumphant return to postseason glory for the Atlantic Coast Conference program. This historic victory, witnessed by a crowd of 30,602 fans and nationally televised on Fox with Gus Johnson and Joel Klatt on the call, snapped a painful five-game postseason losing streak for the Mustangs (9-4) that included a humbling 38-10 defeat to Penn State in the opening round of the previous season’s College Football Playoff. Quarterback Kevin Jennings orchestrated a masterful first-half performance, completing 21 of 32 passes for 278 yards and engineering a commanding 24-0 halftime advantage that proved insurmountable despite three second-half interceptions. The Mustangs wasted no time asserting dominance, as Jennings connected with tight end Matthew Hibner on an electrifying 80-yard completion on just the second play from scrimmage—a razzle-dazzle trick play involving handoffs to T.J. Harden and wide receiver Yamir Knight before the ball returned to Jennings—establishing the longest completion in Holiday Bowl history and setting the tone for SMU’s offensive onslaught. Running back T.J. Harden punctuated SMU’s early dominance with two touchdown runs, including a 3-yard score capping an 87-yard drive in the first quarter and another short-yardage touchdown, while fullback Stone Eby added a 1-yard touchdown plunge midway through the second quarter to cap a 94-yard march, with kicker Sam Keltner contributing a 24-yard field goal. The Big 12 Conference’s Arizona Wildcats (9-4), playing in the first Holiday Bowl ever scheduled for January rather than December, mounted a spirited second-half comeback behind quarterback Noah Fifita, who completed 28 of 43 passes for 265 yards and three touchdown strikes, including scoring connections to Javin Whatley, Tre Spivey, and a final 15-yard touchdown to tight end Cameron Barmore with just 33 seconds remaining. However, SMU recovered the ensuing onside kick to seal their first bowl triumph since the 2012 Hawaii Bowl, providing head coach Rhett Lashlee’s program with crucial momentum and cementing their return to national prominence following their transition to the ACC.
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• Made with medium fabric (5.3 oz/yd? (180 g/m?)) consisting of 100% cotton for year-round comfort that is sustainable and highly durable.
• The classic fit of this shirt ensures a comfy, relaxed wear while the crew neckline adds that neat, timeless look that can blend into any occasion, casual or semi-formal.
• The tear-away label means a scratch-free experience with no irritation or discomfort whatsoever.
• Made using 100% US cotton that is ethically grown and harvested. Gildan is also a proud member of the US Cotton Trust Protocol ensuring ethical and sustainable means of production. This blank tee is certified by Oeko-Tex for safety and quality assurance.

Key Features:

• Twill tape covers the shoulder seams to stabilize the back of the garment and prevent stretching.
• Knitted in one piece using tubular knit, it reduces fabric waste and makes the garment more attractive.
• Ribbed knit makes the collar highly elastic and helps retain its shape.
• Made from specially spun fibers that make a very strong and smooth fabric that is perfect for printing. The “Natural” color is made with unprocessed cotton, which results in small black flecks throughout the fabric.
• Solid colors are 100% cotton; Heather colors, Tweed, and Russet are 50% cotton, 50% polyester; Sport Grey and Antique colors are 90% cotton, 10% polyester;.
• For all ages.
• EU warranty – 2 years.

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