January 1, 1952
The Stetson Hatters pulled off the biggest upset in Tangerine Bowl history with a 21-point third quarter explosion in their 35-20 triumph over Arkansas State.
Quarterback Bill Johnson earned game MVP honors as he led the Hatters with three touchdown passes to receiver Tom Luade.
Stetson was the first team from the state of Florida (DeLand) to participate in the bowl.
MATCHUP


1st Downs
21
15
Total Yards
338
303
Passing
77
110
Completions-Attempts
7-15
9-20
Yards per Attempt
5.1
5.5
Yards per Completion
11.0
12.2
Touchdowns-Interceptions
1-2
3-3
Rushing
261
193
Penalty Yards
31
65
Punts-Average Yards
2-32.5
5-33.6
Miscellaneous Statistics
Fumbles Lost
2
0

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