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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 428 Collections and/or Records:

Football Digest, University of Denver vs. Wyoming, Nov. 5, 1932, 1932

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00006
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver football game against the University of Wyoming on November 5, 1932 at the Denver University Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, cheers, song lyrics, team and individual player portraits. Color cover illustration signed ''Wolfin Barger.''

Dates: 1932

Fourth Annual Denver Post Charity Football Game, Chicago Cardinals vs. Washington Redskins and Colorado High School All Stars North vs. South, D. U. Stadium, Aug. 26, 1950, 1950

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00061
Abstract

Program for the Fourth Annual Denver Post Charity Football Game featuring the Chicago Cardinals vs. Washington Redskins and Colorado High School All Stars North vs. South at D. U. Stadium on Aug. 26, 1950. Program includes: player sketches, 1950 football rule changes, team rosters, statistics, team and individual player portraits, article by Denver Post Sports Editor Marvin McCarthy. Cover illustration by Larry Tisdale.

Dates: 1950

Montana vs. Denver, October 8, 1954, University of Denver Stadium, 1954 October 8

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0084.00015
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver (DU) football game against the University of Montana on October 8, 1954 at the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, cheers, song lyrics, team and individual player portraits.

Dates: 1954 October 8

New Mexico vs. Denver, University of Denver Stadium, November 8th, 1952, Official Program, 1952 November 8

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0084.00013
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver (DU) football game against the University of New Mexico on November 8, 1952 at the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, cheers, song lyrics, team and individual player portraits.

Dates: 1952 November 8

Official Souvenir Football Digest, D.U. vs. Mines, University of Denver Stadium, October 2, 1926, 1926

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00003
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver football game against the Colorado School of Mines on October 2, 1926 at the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, cheers, song lyrics, team and individual player portraits. Color cover illustration signed ''Cavally, Denver.'' Cover marked ''Dedication Number.'' Full program for the stadium dedication parades and ceremony on p. 5.

Dates: 1926

Pioneer Pigskin Press Book, 1953, University of Denver Football Information for Press - Radio - Television, 1953

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00048
Abstract University of Denver Football press book. Contains records of the University of Denver's 1952 football season, 1952 Skyline conference standings, 1952 standings for all games, brief biographies of DU coaching staff, schedule of upcoming games listed by opponent and including DU's past record with opponent, opponent's 1952 record and 1953 schedule, 1953 University of Denver Roster, 1953 season prospects, player sketches, list of lettermen returning and not returning, name pronunciation...
Dates: 1953

Pioneer Pigskin Review, Colorado A&M vs. Denver, Thanksgiving Day, November 25, 1954, University of Denver Stadium, Official Program, 1954

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00034
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver Thanksgiving Day football game against Colorado Agricultural and Mechanical College November 25, 1954 at the Denver University Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, team and individual player portraits, school songs and yells. Cover illustration by C. C. Beall.

Dates: 1954

Pioneer Pigskin Review, Homecoming, Brigham Young vs. Denver, November 6, 1954, University of Denver Stadium, 1954

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00032
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver homecoming football game against Brigham Young University on November 6, 1954 at the Denver University Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, team and individual player portraits, school songs and yells. Cover illustration by C. C. Beall.

Dates: 1954

Pioneer Pigskin Review, New Mexico vs. Denver, October 29, 1954, University of Denver Stadium, 1954

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00031
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver football game against University of New Mexico on October 29, 1954 at the Denver University Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, team and individual player portraits, school songs and yells. Cover illustration by Lon Keller.

Dates: 1954

Pioneer Pigskin Review, Salute to the Air Academy, Colorado College vs. Denver, September 17, 1954, 1954 September 17

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00027
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver football game against Colorado College on September 17, 1954 at the Denver University Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, team and individual player portraits, school songs and yells, and a welcome to the Air Academy. Cover illustration by Lon Keller.

Dates: 1954 September 17