Welles Crowther: Inspiration behind Boston College 'Red Bandanna' tribute uniforms
On Friday, one of college football's most meaningful uniforms will carry even more emotion than usual.
For years, Boston College has worn its "Red Bandanna" uniforms for one game every season, an alternate look with a powerful backstory. The uniforms, donned for the school's annual "Red Bandanna Game," pay tribute to Boston College alum Welles Crowther. Crowther, who died in the Sept. 11, 2001, attacks, is credited with saving a number of lives while wearing a red bandanna.
With the Eagles' Week 2 matchup against Rutgers on Friday night coming on the same date as the 25th remembrance of the attacks, the team will be wearing the special uniform.
It features red bandana pattern elements throughout, most prominently on the jersey's sleeves and center logo, as well as on a helmet stripe.
"FOR WELLES" is on the back of each jersey in lieu of a traditional nameplate.
The Scarlet Knights will be honoring their connection to Sept. 11 as well: Their pants are emblazoned on the side with the words "Never Forget," while the helmets feature an American flag-colored No. 37, representing the number of Rutgers alumni who died in the attacks.
