The 1961 California Golden Bears football team was an

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team that represented the

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in the

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(AAWU) during the

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. In its second year under head coach

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, the team compiled a 1–8–1 record (1–3 against AAWU opponents), finished in last place in the AAWU, and was outscored by its opponents by a combined total of 268 to 118. The team's statistical leaders included Randy Gold with 403 passing yards, Alan Nelson with 331 rushing yards, and Bob Wills with 302 receiving yards.

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California Golden Bears football seasons

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