Part 3/5:
Historical Context of the Championship
Local sportscaster Jake Brand highlights the weight of the moment by reflecting on Iowa State’s championship history. The Cyclones have never claimed a Big 12 football championship and have not won any conference title since 1912— a year packed with historical milestones, including the sinking of the Titanic and the approaching specter of World War I.
More than a century later, the world has vastly changed, and Iowa State now finds itself playing in the grand AT&T Stadium, home of the Dallas Cowboys, also affectionately known as “Jerry World.” This modern stadium, in stark contrast to the historic context of 1912, sets the stage for the Cyclones as they look to turn the tide of history in their favor.
The Team’s Determination and Confidence