We're back for Season 2, and there's a lot to talk to discuss, particularly off of the gridiron. Thanks to Nick Hopwood and Peak Wealth Management for supporting us this season! We talk Harbaugh, more on Conference realignment, and briefly on the Prof's visit to Fort Schembechler.
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The Yost-Stagg Trophy? | This Week in Michigan Football History
In this edition of TWIMFbH, we explore the history of Chicago's legend Amos Alonzo Stagg, the Chicago-Michigan rivalry, and Fielding H. Yost's place in Big Ten History. We end with a question – why isn’t Yost’s name on the B1G trophy? [lead photo: U-M Bentley Historical Library]
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Interview: Quarterback Nick Sheridan
An Interview with Michigan quarterback Nick Sheridan, conducted in 2009.
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Brian McDonald of Rivalry Trophy | MVictors History Show
Recorded at Fraser's Pub in Ann Arbor, an interview with Brian McDonald, a co-founder and co-owner of Rivalry Trophy - the maker of Big Ten replica trophies. In Part I we discussed the origins of the company, his research on the Paul Bunyan Trophy, how they solved the licensing question. In Part II we get into more of their trophies, and discuss the nature of B1G fandom in general:
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Virtual Tour: Schembechler Hall’s Towsley Museum
I thought this quick look at the Towsley Museum in Schembechler Hall might be interesting for those who love history, but don't have the chance to make it inside. It's open weekdays from 9am-4pm and I know that eliminates the opportunity for many out of town.
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The New Schembechler Hall Towsley Museum
The new Schembechler Hall museum is quite a sight – definitely check it out next time you have the means. A virtual tour from 2019 if you prefer it:
