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May 15th

May 15th marks a unique crossroads in the story of American football, a day that witnessed foundational...

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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" Milestones and Birthdays That Shaped Football History"

May 15th marks a unique crossroads in the story of American football, a day that witnessed foundational moments and heralded the arrival of future legends. It was on this date in the late 19th century that a pivotal game helped solidify the rules of the burgeoning sport in America. Fast forward decades, and May 15th became the birthday of iconic players whose talent would electrify stadiums and earn them lasting recognition.

MAY 15: Milestones and Birthdays That Shaped Football History, May 15, 1874 - Harvard versus McGill game #2

This series will explore the significance of May 15th, connecting the early evolution of the game with the birthdates of gridiron heroes. From the foundational clashes that shaped the rules we know today to the individuals whose skill and dedication defined eras, join us as we uncover the compelling American football history woven into this single day on the calendar.

  • EVENTDAY: May 15
  • FOOTBALL MONTH: May History
  • FOOTBALL TEAM: Harvard Crimson, McGill Redbirds
  • HASHTAGS: #May15 #MayHistory #HarvardCrimson #McGillRedbirds
EVENTDAY | May 15

"May 15, 1874 - Harvard versus McGill game #2"

The May 16, 1874 edition of the Boston Post had an excerpt that read "Foot-Ball." The last of the football games between Harvard and McGill University was played yesterday afternoon at Jarvis Field. As the first day's play had been according to Harvard rules, McGill's play was adopted yesterday. Three games of half an hour each were played, time being called at each expiration, without either club being able to force the ball over the opposite goal. There was a large crowd and much enthusiasm.
The image shown was taken on May 15, 1874, and captures the moment of the second Harvard-McGill football game, played under the rugby rules. The Harvard players are on the left (in white), and the McGill players on the right...

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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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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. _________________________