One of the most iconic items in American and Canadian football is the goal post. These towering giants make a statement; they differentiate a football field from those of soccer, field hockey, lacrosse, etc. They still can be found around the football world in a variety of shapes and sizes, but where did all of this come from? The best place to start is at the beginning….
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