Bulldogs celebrate Pat Hill's first bowl win at 2002 Silicon Valley Classic
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 12, 2026, 4:58 AM
Last updated Oct 12, 2026
Fresno State commemorated the 2002 Silicon Valley Classic on Sunday, marking 24 years since the Bulldogs defeated a tough opponent in muddy San Jose. Running back Rodney Davis played a key role, while the defense’s performance was instrumental in securing Pat Hill's first bowl victory as head coach. This nostalgic look back highlights the significant moment in the program's history and the challenges faced during the game. The tribute emphasized the lasting impact of that win on the program's trajectory.
- •Fresno State marks 24 years since the 2002 Silicon Valley Classic
- •Rodney Davis was a key player in the victory
- •Pat Hill secured his first bowl win as head coach
- •The game took place in muddy conditions in San Jose
- •The reflection highlights the program's historical significance
- 4:58 AMYahoo Sports — Great Moment in Bulldog History: 2002 Silicon Valley Classic
"(KSEE/KGPE) – On Bulldog Insider Sunday night, we looked back at the day 24 year ago in muddy San Jose, when running back Rodney Davis and an opportunistic defense helped the Bulldogs get Pat Hill his first bowl win as Fresno State’s head coach.
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