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University of Denver Stadium (Denver, Colo.)

 Organization

Biography

Groundbreaking of the stadium began in 1925. Football stadium opened to a game with Colorado School of Mines in 1926. It was later demolished in 1971 and replaced by tennis courts and fields.

Citation:
Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg.117); “Football Victory Caps Formal Dedication of Huge Pioneer Stadium,” University of Denver Clarion, vol. 31, no. 3, October 7, 1926, 1.

Breck, A.D. (1996). From the rockies to the world (pg. 183); Board of Trustees Minutes – Volume S: page 33, 36.

University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives. University of Denver Buildings Collection. Communique. (1971). [U123.01.0009.0023].

Scope Note

Use for: Hilltop Stadium (Denver, Colo.)

Biography

Ground Breaking for the "Hill Top" Stadium in 1925.

Sources

Card Catalog. Administration- Board of Trustees.

Biography

Dedication of Stadium on October 2nd, 1926.

Sources

“Stadium- Groundbreaking/Dedication, 1925 – 1926,” University of Denver Buildings Collection. [U123.01.0009.0020]; University of Denver. Special Collections and Archives. University of Denver Buildings Collection. Dedication program. [U123.01.0009.0020].

Found in 25 Collections and/or Records:

University of Denver Football Game and Stadium, between 1945-1960

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00128
Abstract

Copy negative with two images. Top image: University of Denver men's football game at the DU stadium in Denver, Colorado. Bottom image: Aerial view of the University of Denver stadium during a men's football game in Denver, Colorado. Veterans' housing and Quonset huts are visible in the foreground.

Dates: between 1945-1960

University of Denver Football Practice with Coach John Roning, between 1956-1960

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0011.00082
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers football players lift their legs as head coach John Roning inspects their cleats during practice in the University of Denver Stadium.

Dates: between 1956-1960

University of Denver Football Stadium, 1925 October 24

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0389.00073
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Football stadium with the east stands filled with spectators soon after the completion of the stadium's construction.

Dates: 1925 October 24

University of Denver Football Stadium, 1926

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0389.00088
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Football stadium stands filled with spectators during a game.

Dates: 1926

University of Denver Men's Football Game, between 1950-1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00010
Abstract

University of Denver Pioneers men's football player runs with the ball as his teammates block for him during a game at the DU football stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: between 1950-1955

University of Denver Men's Football Game, between 1950-1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00011
Abstract

University of Denver Pioneers football player (55) runs with the football as teammates (78) and (82) block for him during a game at the DU football stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: between 1950-1955

University of Denver Men's Football Game, between 1950-1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00017
Abstract

University of Denver Pioneers football player (20) runs with the ball as teammate (31) blocks the opposition during a men's football game at the DU football stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: between 1950-1955

University of Denver Men's Football Game, between 1945-1955

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00036
Abstract

A University of Denver Pioneers men's football player is tackled with the ball as a near-capacity crowd watches during a game at the DU football stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: between 1945-1955

University of Denver Men's Football Game, between 1930-1950

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00101
Abstract

University of Denver Pioneers men's football team sets up a defensive play during a near-capacity night game at the DU Stadium in Denver, Colorado. The scoreboard reads: ''1 Quarter. Visitors: 8. Denver: 13. 2 Down. 3 Yards to Go. 7:30.''

Dates: between 1930-1950

University of Denver Men's Football Game, 1960

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0011.00136
Abstract

1960 University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football team offensive unit in formation prior to snapping the ball with the opposing defense waiting. Quarterback Ramiro Escandon (14) can be seen under center with half back Bill Hammons (23) behind him to his right. Right end John Hayhurst (80) is also visible in the game at the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: 1960