Arizona’s Polynesian culture reason behind Brent Brennan’s game day lei

September 13, 2024

By John Leuzzi, Arizona Republic via USA TODAY Network: Whether it’s in college football or in the NFL, football coaches over time tend to build a signature look on the sidelines with what they wear from the vizor down to the Nike low dunks.

And Arizona football first-year coach Brent Brennan looks to have already found his, just two games into his tenure with the Wildcats: a lei.

Those who have tuned into Wildcats football games this season understand the meaning behind Brennan’s stylistic gesture.

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Why does Brent Brennan wear a lei? Gesture part of Arizona football's Polynesian culture

Arizona football coach Brent Brennan has worn a lei during his first two Wildcats games. Here's the reason why he wears them on the sidelines:

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