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1976 Vanier Cup Highlights Western v Acadia

Game Overview: The 1976 College Bowl (Vanier Cup XII) Date: November 19, 1976 Location: Varsity Stadium, Toronto, ON Final Score: Western Ontario Mustangs 29, Acadia Axemen 13 The Matchup: Air vs. Ground Before the 1977 blowout, the 1976 game was a much tighter tactical battle. It featured a classic clash of styles: The Western Ground Game: A disciplined, run-heavy offense led by future CFL draft pick Bill Rozalowsky. The "Air Acadia" Attack: An explosive passing offense led by quarterback Bob Cameron (a future CFL Hall of Famer with the Blue Bombers) and star receiver Bob Stracina. Key Storylines & Stats The MVP: For the first of two consecutive years, Western running back Bill Rozalowsky was named the game MVP. He rushed 20 times for 112 yards, grinding down the Acadia defense and controlling the clock. Bob Stracina's Record Day: Despite the loss, Acadia receiver Bob Stracina put on one of the greatest individual performances in Vanier Cup history. He caught 12 passes for 221 yards and a touchdown. The 221 receiving yards stood as a Vanier Cup record for decades. The Defensive Adjustment: The game was competitive in the first half. The turning point came at halftime when Western Head Coach Darwin Semotiuk adjusted his defense specifically to double-cover Stracina. The adjustment worked—Western shut down the Acadia passing attack in the second half while their own offense pulled away. Secondary Scoring: While Rozalowsky moved the chains, Western's Tony Fallis was the closer, scoring two rushing touchdowns to seal the victory. Historical Significance Western's Third Title: This victory gave Western their 3rd national championship (following 1971 and 1974). The Rivalry Begins: This was the first time these two teams met on the national stage, setting the table for the heated rematch in 1977. The "Varsity" Atmosphere: Played before a crowd of over 20,000 at the historic Varsity Stadium, this game is often cited as the beginning of the "golden era" of Vanier Cup popularity in Toronto.