May 05
May 05 | The month of May's hidden football history
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"On This Gridiron Day May 5"
May 5th marks a significant date in the ongoing saga of American football, a day sprinkled with pivotal moments, notable births, and perhaps even a few surprising upsets. This series will delve into the historical tapestry of this specific date, unearthing the stories and figures that have shaped the gridiron landscape. From legendary players celebrating their arrival into the world to iconic games etched in memory, we'll explore the unique confluence of events that have occurred on this single day throughout the rich history of the sport.
Join us as we journey through time, highlighting the individuals and moments that make May 5th a noteworthy chapter in the captivating narrative of American football.
- EVENTDAY: May 05
- FOOTBALL MONTH: May History
- CATEGORY: Football History
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"Old Yankee Stadium and Football History"
May 5, 1922 - Construction begins on Yankee Stadium in the Bronx, New York. The original Yankee Stadium hosted 185 collegiate football games, beginning with Syracuse's 3-0 victory over Pittsburgh on October 20, 1923. Here are ten notable gridiron games that MLB.com shares with us played at the original House that Ruth Built:
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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer
We invite you to take a ride through 1920's sports history in the audio drama that takes the listener through the sounds and legendary events of the era through the eyes of a young newspaper journalist. You will feel like you were there!
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Sports Jersey Dispatch
If you like remembering players of the NFL by their numbers then you may also enjoy going uniform number by number in othre team sports as well. We have it for you on our other website in baseball, basketball, hockey and more on the Sports Jersey Dispatch.
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