TROPHIES: G - K
NCAA rivalry trophies; explanation, series history and current holder.
- CURRENT MATCHUPS: WEEK 1 -
RIVALRY TROPHIES - G through K
GOLDEN BOOT
Arkansas vs. LSU
All-Time Series: LSU 37-21-2
Last 12 Games: LSU 8-4
Current Holder: Arkansas
2015 Matchup: Week 11
Notes:
Trophy was introduced in 1996, teams started playing annually in 1992 when Arkansas joined the SEC from the Southwest Conference. The states of Arkansas and Louisiana look like a boot on a map, hence the "Golden Boot"
All-Time Series: LSU 37-21-2
Last 12 Games: LSU 8-4
Current Holder: Arkansas
2015 Matchup: Week 11
Notes:
Trophy was introduced in 1996, teams started playing annually in 1992 when Arkansas joined the SEC from the Southwest Conference. The states of Arkansas and Louisiana look like a boot on a map, hence the "Golden Boot"
GOLDEN CANNON
Western Michigan vs Central Michigan
All-Time Series: Western Michigan 46-37-2
Last 12 Games: Central Michigan 7-5
Current Holder: Western Michigan
2015 Matchup: Week 6
Notes:
Schools have played since 1907, trophy was first awarded in 2008.
The cannon represents those fired off in each of their stadiums after touchdowns. Both CMU and WMU compete with EMU for the Michigan MAC Trophy (shown middle)
All-Time Series: Western Michigan 46-37-2
Last 12 Games: Central Michigan 7-5
Current Holder: Western Michigan
2015 Matchup: Week 6
Notes:
Schools have played since 1907, trophy was first awarded in 2008.
The cannon represents those fired off in each of their stadiums after touchdowns. Both CMU and WMU compete with EMU for the Michigan MAC Trophy (shown middle)
GOLDEN EGG
"Egg Bowl"
Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State
All-Time Series: Ole Miss 62-43-6
Last 12 Games: TIE 6-6
Current Holder: Ole Miss
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
The trophy was introduced in 1927 to ease the tensions of post-game celebrations. It was never intended to be an 'egg'; footballs back then were more round and as the sport evolved, people mistook the old ball for an egg.
Eventually became known as the Egg Bowl
Played annually since 1901
Ole Miss vs. Mississippi State
All-Time Series: Ole Miss 62-43-6
Last 12 Games: TIE 6-6
Current Holder: Ole Miss
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
The trophy was introduced in 1927 to ease the tensions of post-game celebrations. It was never intended to be an 'egg'; footballs back then were more round and as the sport evolved, people mistook the old ball for an egg.
Eventually became known as the Egg Bowl
Played annually since 1901
GOLDEN HAT
"Red River Rivalry"
Texas vs. Oklahoma
All-Time Series: Texas 60-44-5
Last 12 Games: Oklahoma 7-5
Current Holder: Oklahoma
2015 Matchup: Week 6
Notes:
The teams agreed to play in Dallas starting in 1929. As a token of thanks, the Dallas State Fair donated the Hat trophy (then Bronze). After a 1970 refurbishment, the hat looked gold and is thus known as the Golden Hat.
3 other groups have trophies tied to this game: the State Governors, the Student Bodies, and the ROTC of each school
Texas vs. Oklahoma
All-Time Series: Texas 60-44-5
Last 12 Games: Oklahoma 7-5
Current Holder: Oklahoma
2015 Matchup: Week 6
Notes:
The teams agreed to play in Dallas starting in 1929. As a token of thanks, the Dallas State Fair donated the Hat trophy (then Bronze). After a 1970 refurbishment, the hat looked gold and is thus known as the Golden Hat.
3 other groups have trophies tied to this game: the State Governors, the Student Bodies, and the ROTC of each school
GOVERNOR'S CUP (Georgia)
"Clean, Old-Fashioned Hate"
Georgia vs. Georgia Tech
All-Time Series: Georgia 64-40-5
Last 12 Games: Georgia 10-2
Current Holder: Georgia Tech
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
Teams first played in 1893, and basically every since (except for wartime). Both schools hate each other, and even reference the other in their fight songs. Traditions include the ringing of the UGA campus bell all night after a rival win, GT refusing to use red pens on game week, and UGA refusing to eat mustard all week (school colors). Statues and mascots have frequently been stolen from each other.
Georgia vs. Georgia Tech
All-Time Series: Georgia 64-40-5
Last 12 Games: Georgia 10-2
Current Holder: Georgia Tech
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
Teams first played in 1893, and basically every since (except for wartime). Both schools hate each other, and even reference the other in their fight songs. Traditions include the ringing of the UGA campus bell all night after a rival win, GT refusing to use red pens on game week, and UGA refusing to eat mustard all week (school colors). Statues and mascots have frequently been stolen from each other.
GOVERNOR'S CUP (Kansas)
"The Sunflower Showdown"
Kansas State vs. Kansas
All-Time Series: Kansas 65-42-5
Last 12 Games: Kansas State 8-4
Current Holder: Kansas State
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
Teams have played annually since 1911, 3rd longest uninterrupted rivalry in nation
Previous trophies for series include:
1902-1939 Governor's Trophy
1940 - ? Bronze Goalposts (to encourage fans from tearing down the loser's goalposts)
Kansas State vs. Kansas
All-Time Series: Kansas 65-42-5
Last 12 Games: Kansas State 8-4
Current Holder: Kansas State
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
Teams have played annually since 1911, 3rd longest uninterrupted rivalry in nation
Previous trophies for series include:
1902-1939 Governor's Trophy
1940 - ? Bronze Goalposts (to encourage fans from tearing down the loser's goalposts)
GOVERNOR'S CUP (Kentucky)
Louisville vs. Kentucky
All-Time Series: Kentucky 14-13
Last 12 Games: Louisville 8-4
Current Holder: Louisville
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes: Although they started playing in 1912, they have met only 25 times due to a 70 year hiatus from 1924-1994. In 1994, the Governor's Cup was introduced. The MVP is awarded the Howard Schnellenberger Award (he played at UK under Bear Bryant, and also coached at UL).
All-Time Series: Kentucky 14-13
Last 12 Games: Louisville 8-4
Current Holder: Louisville
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes: Although they started playing in 1912, they have met only 25 times due to a 70 year hiatus from 1924-1994. In 1994, the Governor's Cup was introduced. The MVP is awarded the Howard Schnellenberger Award (he played at UK under Bear Bryant, and also coached at UL).
HARDEE'S TROPHY
"Battle for the Palmetto State"
Clemson vs. South Carolina
All-Time Series: Clemson 66-42-4
Last 12 Games: TIE 6-6
Current Holder: Clemson
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
This is one of the most bitter in-state rivalries in the nation, uninterrupted series since 1909. The trophy has little significance and actually has a corporate sponsor- Hardee's. Of much higher value to both Gamecocks and Tigers, is the 365 days of bragging rights that come with victory
Clemson vs. South Carolina
All-Time Series: Clemson 66-42-4
Last 12 Games: TIE 6-6
Current Holder: Clemson
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
This is one of the most bitter in-state rivalries in the nation, uninterrupted series since 1909. The trophy has little significance and actually has a corporate sponsor- Hardee's. Of much higher value to both Gamecocks and Tigers, is the 365 days of bragging rights that come with victory
HEARTLAND TROPHY
Iowa vs. Wisconsin
All-Time Series: Wisconsin 44-42-2
Last 12 Games: TIE 6-6
Current Holder: Wisconsin
2015 Matchup: Week 5
Notes: Created in 2004, the Heartland Trophy was brought to one of the most competitive BigTen rivalry. The bronze bull represents the fight and spirit of the rivalry. The base is Walnut, a tree indigenous to both states. and has every historic score inscribed on it.
All-Time Series: Wisconsin 44-42-2
Last 12 Games: TIE 6-6
Current Holder: Wisconsin
2015 Matchup: Week 5
Notes: Created in 2004, the Heartland Trophy was brought to one of the most competitive BigTen rivalry. The bronze bull represents the fight and spirit of the rivalry. The base is Walnut, a tree indigenous to both states. and has every historic score inscribed on it.
HEROES TROPHY
"Heroes Game"
Nebraska vs. Iowa
All-Time Series: Nebraska 29-13-3
Last 12 Games: Nebraska 9-3
Current Holder: Nebraska
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
This is a new rivalry, with the trophy introduced when Nebraska joined the BigTen in 2011. Schools played most years in the '30s and '40s, but rarely since.
Big Ten West Division
Nebraska vs. Iowa
All-Time Series: Nebraska 29-13-3
Last 12 Games: Nebraska 9-3
Current Holder: Nebraska
2015 Matchup: Week 13
Notes:
This is a new rivalry, with the trophy introduced when Nebraska joined the BigTen in 2011. Schools played most years in the '30s and '40s, but rarely since.
Big Ten West Division
ILLIBUCK
Ohio State vs. Illinois
All-Time Series: Ohio State 65-30-4
Last 12 Games: Ohio State 10-2
Current Holder: Ohio State
2015 Matchup: Week 11
Notes:
The trophy started in 1925 and was originally a live turtle to symbolize the long life expectancy of the rivalry. After the turtles death, the wooden trophy was built.
Scores and winners are added annually
All-Time Series: Ohio State 65-30-4
Last 12 Games: Ohio State 10-2
Current Holder: Ohio State
2015 Matchup: Week 11
Notes:
The trophy started in 1925 and was originally a live turtle to symbolize the long life expectancy of the rivalry. After the turtles death, the wooden trophy was built.
Scores and winners are added annually
IRELAND TROPHY
"Holy War"
Boston College vs. Notre Dame
All-Time Series: Notre Dame 13-9
Last 10 Games: Boston College 6-4
Current Holder: Notre Dame
2015 Matchup: Week 12
Notes:
While the series is relatively young, the Holy War has become a significant rivalry between the only 2 Roman Catholic universities in Division 1-A Football. Played annually from 1992 to 2004, and 2007-2012. Next matchup is 2015.
It is also dubbed the "Jesuit Invitational", or the "Vatican Bowl".
The teams play for both the Ireland Trophy (left) and the Frank Leahy Memorial Bowl (middle). Leahy was a legendary coach for both schools
Boston College vs. Notre Dame
All-Time Series: Notre Dame 13-9
Last 10 Games: Boston College 6-4
Current Holder: Notre Dame
2015 Matchup: Week 12
Notes:
While the series is relatively young, the Holy War has become a significant rivalry between the only 2 Roman Catholic universities in Division 1-A Football. Played annually from 1992 to 2004, and 2007-2012. Next matchup is 2015.
It is also dubbed the "Jesuit Invitational", or the "Vatican Bowl".
The teams play for both the Ireland Trophy (left) and the Frank Leahy Memorial Bowl (middle). Leahy was a legendary coach for both schools
IRON SKILLET
Southern Methodist (SMU) vs. Texas Christian (TCU)
All-Time Series: TCU 47-40-7
Last 12 years: TCU 10-2
Current Holder: TCU
2015 Matchup: Week 3
Notes:
Before a game in the 1950s, an SMU fan was frying frog legs in an iron skillet. Angry TCU Frog fans took offense, and made the skillet and frogs the reward to the winning team. TCU won the game, and the 'Iron Skillet' soon become the traveling trophy for the series.
Former SouthWest Conference rivals
All-Time Series: TCU 47-40-7
Last 12 years: TCU 10-2
Current Holder: TCU
2015 Matchup: Week 3
Notes:
Before a game in the 1950s, an SMU fan was frying frog legs in an iron skillet. Angry TCU Frog fans took offense, and made the skillet and frogs the reward to the winning team. TCU won the game, and the 'Iron Skillet' soon become the traveling trophy for the series.
Former SouthWest Conference rivals
JEFFERSON-EPPES TROPHY
Florida State vs. Virginia
All-Time Series: Florida State 15-3
Last 12 Games: Florida State 10-2
Current Holder: Florida State
2015 Matchup: NONE
Notes:
Named for US President and UVA Founder Thomas Jefferson, and his grandson Francis Eppes who was the Mayor of Tallahassee for two terms. The silver pitcher was presented to Eppes in 1842, while the wood base is made from the remains of UVA's historic tree.
All-Time Series: Florida State 15-3
Last 12 Games: Florida State 10-2
Current Holder: Florida State
2015 Matchup: NONE
Notes:
Named for US President and UVA Founder Thomas Jefferson, and his grandson Francis Eppes who was the Mayor of Tallahassee for two terms. The silver pitcher was presented to Eppes in 1842, while the wood base is made from the remains of UVA's historic tree.
JEWELED SHILLELAGH
Notre Dame vs. Southern California (USC)
All-Time Series: Notre Dame 45-35-5
Last 12 Games: USC 9-3
Current Holder: USC
2015 Matchup: Week 7
Notes:
A foot-long Irish club to symbolize the tradition and respect of the two Universities in 1952. Shamrocks are added after ND wins, Trojan heads after USC victories.
All-Time Series: Notre Dame 45-35-5
Last 12 Games: USC 9-3
Current Holder: USC
2015 Matchup: Week 7
Notes:
A foot-long Irish club to symbolize the tradition and respect of the two Universities in 1952. Shamrocks are added after ND wins, Trojan heads after USC victories.
KEG OF NAILS
Louisville vs Cincinnati
All-Time Series: Cincinnati 30-22-1
Last 11 Games: Louisville 7-4
Current Holder: Louisville
2015 Matchup: NONE
Notes:
Awarded to winner since 1929, when fraternities from both schools agreed to include a trophy that symbolizing the players on the winning team were 'TOUGH AS NAILS'
Scores and winners added annually.
All-Time Series: Cincinnati 30-22-1
Last 11 Games: Louisville 7-4
Current Holder: Louisville
2015 Matchup: NONE
Notes:
Awarded to winner since 1929, when fraternities from both schools agreed to include a trophy that symbolizing the players on the winning team were 'TOUGH AS NAILS'
Scores and winners added annually.