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"March 30 Adds to the Good Fortunes of American Football"

What significant events of March 30 contributed to good fortune of American football history? In this episode of the Football History Headlines, we discuss football rule revisions for a rule that gave touchdowns value, a college football legend known as the "Galloping Gal", and so much more.

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As winter's grip loosens, March 30th quietly holds a collection of resonant echoes within American football lore. This unassuming date has witnessed the unfolding of crucial chapters, moments where ambition met opportunity, forever altering the trajectories of celebrated teams and iconic players. Picture pivotal decisions made behind closed doors, the genesis of strategies that would lead to gridiron glory, and the forging of legacies that continue to inspire.

Beyond the team narratives, March 30th marks the arrival of individuals whose names are etched in football's hallowed halls. These are the birthdates of future legends, the early sparks of talent that would ignite stadiums and captivate millions. Join us as we delve into this intriguing date, uncovering the subtle yet significant threads woven into the rich tapestry of American football history.

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  • TITLE: March 30 Adds to the Good Fortunes of American Football
  • EVENTDAY: March 30
  • FOOTBALL MONTH: March History

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"Touchdowns Prove to Have Value"

March 30, 1889 - At the football rules convention, early rules makers voted for a new rule: "A touchdown is made when the ball is carried, kicked or passed across the goal-line and is held either in touch or in goal. We get this info from Parke H. Davis's fine book "Football the Intercollegiate Game," published in 1911.
  • TITLE: Touchdowns Prove to Have Value
  • EVENTDAY: March 30
  • FOOTBALL: Rules Evolution
The point value of a touchdown has evolved significantly since its inception. In 1881, a successful kick after a touchdown became a tiebreaker over a field goal...

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