Step onto the gridiron of history as we explore significant football moments occurring on this calendar date. From the foundational days of college play to crucial developments in the professional leagues, this date marks key milestones, player legacies, and pivotal events shaping the game we know today.
May 11
May 11 | This Day in American Football History
Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer
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"May 11th in Football History: Birthdays, Big Wins & Program Shifts"
May 11th holds a unique place in American football lore, marking the birthdates of Hall of Fame figures who left indelible marks on the sport. Beyond celebrating these gridiron giants, this date has also witnessed significant events shaping the landscape of college football. From the abolition of established programs to the impactful careers of legendary players who achieved national recognition and later transitioned to the professional ranks, May 11th connects the past, present, and future of the game.
"Matt Leinart USC Champion Quarterback"
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May 11, 1983, in Santa Ana, California, Matt Leinart achieved remarkable success as the quarterback for the University of Southern California, etching his name in college football history.
"Langdon Lea Princeton's Star tackle"
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May 11, 1874, in Germantown, Pennsylvania, Langdon "Biffy" Lea left an indelible mark on the early landscape of American football, both as a dominant player and a pioneering coach.
"Grid Program Abolished?"
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On May 11, 1917, the Associated Press announced that the Board of Trustees at Westminster College at Fulton, near St. Louis, Missouri, declared that "for the present," the school would be suspending football operations for the first time in school history. The move would save the institution nearly $7,000 annually and was done as a "matter of economy." The College's president declared it necessary to keep the school's budget afloat.
World War I was raging on in Europe, and many young men were serving their country. The remaining citizens were reducing activities and spending to help with the war economy of the nation.
It was not determined in Coach Emmet Staber would be retained on staff at Westminster or if his employment had been terminated.
We are happy that the gridiron program is alive today, playing a non-major college schedule.
Info courtesy of Newspapers.com The Missouri Telegraph, Thu, May 12, 1932 ·Page 1
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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!
Brought to you by Number 80 Productions and Pigskin Dispatch
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