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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 147 Collections and/or Records:

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, 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

University of Denver Men's Football Game, 1958

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0011.00143
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football player Melvin Johnson (43) being brought down by multiple opponents as he runs up the middle with the ball. Teammate Danny Loos (31) can be seen in the backfield in a game in the University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: 1958

University of Denver Men's Football Player Ed Schneider, between 1944-1945

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00037
Abstract

University of Denver Pioneers men's football player Ed Schneider poses in a crouched stance at the DU football stadium.

Dates: between 1944-1945

University of Denver Men's Football Players Sal Cesario and Jack Work, 1958

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0011.00086.00001
Abstract

University of Denver (DU) Pioneers men's football player Sal Cesario (78) practices lead blocking while Jack Work (24) follows behind with the ball in his hand.

Dates: 1958

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

 Item
Identifier: U300.01.0004.00009
Abstract

University of Denver Pioneers men's football player (20) runs with the ball as player (21) in the far left and player (54) to the right try to tackle him during a practice at the DU stadium in Denver, Colorado.

Dates: between 1950-1955

University of Denver, Pioneer Pigskin Review, Brigham Young vs. Denver, Saturday, November 10, 1956, Univ. of Denver Stadium, 1956

 Item
Identifier: U300.03.0007.00041
Abstract

Program for the University of Denver football game against Brigham Young University on Saturday, November 10, 1956 at University of Denver Stadium in Denver, Colorado. Program includes: team rosters, statistics, schedules, team and individual player portraits, school songs and yells.

Dates: 1956