Washington has won 17 conference championships, seven Rose Bowls, and claims two national championships recognized by NCAA-designated major selectors. Washington's only consensus national championship, however, was in 1991 when the team finished No. 1 in the Coaches' Poll.
Why is Washington called the Huskies?
At a basketball game in early February 1922, the Husky was officially introduced as the new mascot. The Husky was favored because it was easy to cartoon, a fitting name for an athletic team, and is short and easy to use in newspaper headlines.
What sport is University of Washington known for?
Football. The university football team's first game was in 1889. From 1907 to 1917, Washington football teams were unbeaten in 64 consecutive games, an NCAA Division I-A record.
How many national championships does Washington Huskies have?
Washington officially claims two national championships in football: 1960 and 1991.
What is the name of the Washington Huskies dog?
Dubs is a 75-pound Alaskan Malamute who just happens to be the University of Washington's mascot and a conformation show dog in the Pacific Northwest.
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