What is 1973 marshall football team?

The 1973 Marshall football team was a college football team representing Marshall University in Huntington, West Virginia. The team was coached by Jack Lengyel and played its home games at Fairfield Stadium.

The 1973 season was notable for being the first season played by Marshall University after the 1970 plane crash, which killed the entire 1970 football team. The team was made up of a mix of new players and returning players who had been on the 1970 team but were not on the plane.

The 1973 team finished the season with a 2-8 record, winning their first and last games of the season. Despite the losing record, the team played with determination and spirit, earning the nickname "Young Thundering Herd."

The 1973 Marshall football team is remembered for their resilience and bravery, as they carried on the football program despite the tragedy that had befallen the university. They became an inspiration for the community and the nation, showing that it is possible to move forward after a devastating loss.