Wednesday - August 24, 2005

Ask Professor Peabody

Sherman: Professor Peabody, the other day I heard a sports announcer say that the USC Trojans will be trying to pull off a ”hat trick” this year. What is a “hat trick” and why would a football team need to pull off a trick with their helmets?

Professor Peabody: Aha, Sherm! I’m glad you asked that question. This is a phrase sports fans hear all the time but most don’t know where the phrase came from. It is actually a cricket term from the 1800’s (surely you’ve heard of the British fondness for their unique game). When a player would take 3 wickets on three bowls it entitled the bowler to receive a hat from his club commemorating the feat. By the early 1900’s it was being used in other sports such as hockey, baseball, or football. It simply means to pull off what Americans call a “three-peat” or to win three in a row. The USC Trojans won the NCAA football championship twice in a row and this year are going for a “hat trick” or a “three-peat”. The odds are against them though. Can you name all of the NCAA football teams that have accomplished a “hat trick”? I have a lollipop for you if you can guess all five Division 1-A college football teams that have done this ....

Send your questions to Professor Peabody. All mysteries solved. Sorry, but access to the WAYBACK machine is strictly limited to official time travelers like Sherman and the Professor. Boris and Natasha will need Fearless Leader’s permission before submitting questions.

Posted by The Skipper     on 08/24/2005 at 08:34 AM   
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