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The 1922 Rose Bowl
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About Sports

Dive into the exhilarating world of sports! Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual spectator, this section is your ultimate playground for all things athletic. Roar with the crowds, sweat alongside the athletes, and relive iconic moments – it's all here. Explore in-depth analyses of your favorite teams, delve into captivating player profiles, and get fired up by passionate commentaries.

So, grab your metaphorical jersey, lace up your virtual cleats, and prepare to be immersed in the heart-pounding, adrenaline-pumping world of sports! Let the games begin!

The legendary athletes, teams, events and people that made contributions and memories in the sporting games we love. Enjoy this chronicled collection of the greatest stories of sport.


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Byron Whizzer White - CU Buffs

Byron \"Whizzer\" White, Colorado football’s first All-American, led the nation in rushing and scoring during a prolific 1937 season. Outside of football, Whit... — www.youtube.com

The great Colorado Buffalo back went much higher in life than football took him.

Fred Chicken Bio

Born April 5, 1888, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, was early gridiron legend Fred Chicken. His real name was Fred S. Slepicka, which when translated means "chicken." Fred was a tailback/halfback who played for the Minneapolis Marines (1915-1918), prior to that team's entry into the NFL. With him the Marines team went 34-3-1 between the years of 1913 thru 1917. 1918 during World War I Fred coached and played for the St. Paul Aviators School. He later played for the Rock Island Independents.

First APFA Game Played

September 26, 1920 - The first game featuring an American Professional Football Association team would be played on September 26, 1920 as the Rock Island Independents beat up on their non-league opponent the St. Paul Ideals 48-0. The APFA would change its name to the National Football League in 1922 so in essence this is the very first NFL game played involving at least one team that was in Ralph Hay’s organizational meeting on September 17, 1920.

The First Night Football Game

September 28, 1892 - The very first night football game was played in Mansfield, Pennsylvania on September 28, 1892 between Mansfield State Normal and Wyoming Seminary. Mansfield hosted the 13th annual Tioga County Agricultural, Mechanical, and Industrial Fair in late September 1892.

Litkenhous Ratings

Litkenhous Difference by Score Ratings System - This mathematical system  was used to rank football and basketball teams, based on the score differential of common opponents and opponents in general during a season. The Litrating system was developed by Vanderbilt University professor Edward E. Litkenhous and his brother, Francis H. Litkenhous.
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Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer
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Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry
Author Joe Ziemba the master historian of football in Chicago has released another beauty. It is titled Bears versus Cardinals: The NFL's Oldest Rivalry. _________________________