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Joe Hernandez
Joe Hernandez
  • Induction Year:
    1987
  • Induction Type:
    Football
  • Graduation Year:
    1971

Bio

Joe Hernandez was a member of the 1970 Spartan team concluded the season 10-1 under head coach Fran Curci. Tampa upset Miami by a final score of 31-14 led by former Hurricane quarterback Lew Pytel, leading the Spartans to a No. 1 ranking. The victory was considered unlikely to happen against a University Division opponent. Tampa continued to dominate opponents following the victory and finished the season ranked No. 2 in the nation.