<![CDATA[Dayton Triangles History]]>6e4f99a9-8a8b-5e0c-af6a-cb3fd83acc0eSat, 27 Dec 2025 17:16:41 +0000Captivate.fmSports History Networkhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/ccefe7f9-2b77-44e6-abea-386400e11085/3_DLSMMp0weJ7D6iyAkH6Is_.jpgDayton Triangles HistorySports History NetworkSports History NetworkThis show traces the history of the Dayton Triangles from the formation of its nucleus at what is now the University of Dayton through its 25th anniversary in 1941. Along the way, we’ll meet colorful characters and unsung heroes. I hope to give you a sense of what life and football were like 100 years ago.https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/dayton-triangles-historyfalseepisodicnopodcastSupport the show!Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) - Orville Mulligan: Sports WriterOrville Mulligan: Sports Writer - Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa)Thanksgiving Day, 1924. The recently-established tradition of the University of Pittsburgh Panthers football team hosting the Pennsylvania State Nittany Lions on the afternoon of the national autumnal holiday continues.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is sent to cover the Pitt-Penn State “Keystone Classic” of 1924; in so doing, he discovers a throughline of the football-on-Thanksgiving tradition going back to 1621 (okay, actually, that’s going back to 1869) and reminds us that high-level football games on Thanksgiving are nearly as old as the official Thanksgiving holiday itself.  

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is an audio drama podcast from Number 80 Productions and the Sports History Network.

Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) script & story by Os Davis.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer stars Doug Fye, Ilona Fye, and Eric Bodwell. Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) co-stars, in order of appearance, Caedmon Holland, Forrest Hartl and Wayne Brett.

Additional direction by Eric Bodwell. Sound recording and primary editing by Don McIver.

The theme song of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is “the Dayton Triangles Rag” and was arranged and performed by Bruce Smith. 

Other tracks in this episode include

•  “Jazz Club” by Kriss (available through fair-use agreement via FreeMusicArchive.org);

•  “Litany of the Street” by Silverman Sound Studios;

•  “Bimini Bay” (1921) by the Benson Orchestra of Chicago; and

•  “Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer (Outro)” by David Liso of Dynamo Stairs.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is produced by Os Davis and Darin Hayes. Series concept by Darrin Hayes.

Stay tuned for more episodes of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer – coming soon!

]]>Thanksgiving Day, 1924. The recently-established tradition of the University of Pittsburgh Panthers football team hosting the Pennsylvania State Nittany Lions on the afternoon of the national autumnal holiday continues.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is sent to cover the Pitt-Penn State “Keystone Classic” of 1924; in so doing, he discovers a throughline of the football-on-Thanksgiving tradition going back to 1621 (okay, actually, that’s going back to 1869) and reminds us that high-level football games on Thanksgiving are nearly as old as the official Thanksgiving holiday itself.  

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is an audio drama podcast from Number 80 Productions and the Sports History Network.

Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) script & story by Os Davis.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer stars Doug Fye, Ilona Fye, and Eric Bodwell. Thanksgiving and Football (or maybe Vice Versa) co-stars, in order of appearance, Caedmon Holland, Forrest Hartl and Wayne Brett.

Additional direction by Eric Bodwell. Sound recording and primary editing by Don McIver.

The theme song of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is “the Dayton Triangles Rag” and was arranged and performed by Bruce Smith. 

Other tracks in this episode include

•  “Jazz Club” by Kriss (available through fair-use agreement via FreeMusicArchive.org);

•  “Litany of the Street” by Silverman Sound Studios;

•  “Bimini Bay” (1921) by the Benson Orchestra of Chicago; and

•  “Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer (Outro)” by David Liso of Dynamo Stairs.

Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer is produced by Os Davis and Darin Hayes. Series concept by Darrin Hayes.

Stay tuned for more episodes of Orville Mulligan: Sports Writer – coming soon!

]]>41c84e99-f937-4402-afd8-5d5ec90d4bb8Wed, 23 Nov 2022 00:00:00 -050027:14falsebonusA brief history of Thanksgiving football from 1869 to the 1924 Pitt Panthers-Penn State Keystone Classic, as told by Orville Mulligan, Sports Writer.EndingsEndingsDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The final episode of the podcast explores the impact that the National Football League original team the Dayton Triangles and its members had on sports and the local community.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The final episode of the podcast explores the impact that the National Football League original team the Dayton Triangles and its members had on sports and the local community.

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]]>747c97e7-cf2f-4e25-a837-068bbdfcca76Tue, 14 Dec 2021 11:45:00 -050021:46falsefull210102The final episode of the podcast explores the impact that the National Football League original team the Dayton Triangles and its members had on sports and the local community.The Last PresidentThe Last PresidentDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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Carl Storck sold the Dayton Triangles in 1930 but stayed in the National Football League as an executive. Eventually, he succeeded the late Joe Carr as NFL president, becoming the third, and last, head of the league before the commissioner era. This episode documents the two-year period when the National Football League was headquartered in Dayton, Ohio.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Carl Storck sold the Dayton Triangles in 1930 but stayed in the National Football League as an executive. Eventually, he succeeded the late Joe Carr as NFL president, becoming the third, and last, head of the league before the commissioner era. This episode documents the two-year period when the National Football League was headquartered in Dayton, Ohio.

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]]>667f65ef-84a6-4fce-a379-070efa8a5ef6Tue, 14 Dec 2021 11:15:00 -050022:33falsefull2992Carl Storck sold the Dayton Triangles in 1930 but stayed in the National Football League as an executive.BreathersBreathersDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Dayton Triangles, last founding members of the National Football League, struggle to survive as a road team in the late 1920s.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Dayton Triangles, last founding members of the National Football League, struggle to survive as a road team in the late 1920s.

LINKS

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Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>1d6e16ce-6777-40ca-9155-a9bfef2b89b2Tue, 14 Dec 2021 08:00:00 -050017:23falsefull2882The Dayton Triangles, last founding members of the National Football League, struggle to survive as a road team in the late 1920s.A Last Hurrah!A Last Hurrah!Dayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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Facing irrelevance in 1927, Dayton Triangles owner Carl Storck and business manager Mike Redelle reinvent the National Football League original team as a hometown squad. Season highlights include an upset win over defending NFL champions the Frankford Yellow Jackets and an epic game against the New York Yankees, led by the legendary Red Grange. By the end of the 1927 season, Dayton is the last remaining NFL original franchise.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Facing irrelevance in 1927, Dayton Triangles owner Carl Storck and business manager Mike Redelle reinvent the National Football League original team as a hometown squad. Season highlights include an upset win over defending NFL champions the Frankford Yellow Jackets and an epic game against the New York Yankees, led by the legendary Red Grange. By the end of the 1927 season, Dayton is the last remaining NFL original franchise.

LINKS

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>4edc3ce3-e3b9-461b-8210-a25a69e884b7Tue, 14 Dec 2021 07:00:00 -050020:00falsefull2772Facing irrelevance in 1927, Dayton Triangles owner Carl Storck and business manager Mike Redelle reinvent the National Football League original team as a hometown squad.Wandering YearsWandering YearsDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

After concluding that the National Football League original team the Dayton Triangles could no longer make money on home games, owner/coach Carl Storck and his business manager Mike Redelle turn the Triangles into a road team in 1925. In 1926, Storck and Redelle reconsider that strategy and float a "trial balloon" to rekindle interest in the team.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

After concluding that the National Football League original team the Dayton Triangles could no longer make money on home games, owner/coach Carl Storck and his business manager Mike Redelle turn the Triangles into a road team in 1925. In 1926, Storck and Redelle reconsider that strategy and float a "trial balloon" to rekindle interest in the team.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>a3e134cd-761c-48a1-8a3a-1e7b7c08662cTue, 14 Dec 2021 06:00:00 -050019:47falsefull2662After concluding that the National Football League original team the Dayton Triangles could no longer make money on home games, owner/coach Carl Storck and his business manager Mike Redelle turn the Triangles into a road team in 1925.Hope and RealityHope and RealityDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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As the 1924 National Football League season approaches, Dayton Triangles owner/coach/manager Carl Storck hopes to restore the team to NFL glory after a disastrous 1923 campaign. The team must overcome several challenges before the season even begins but open with two wins. Then, the Triangles must face another dose of adversity, with struggles both on the field and at the box office.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

As the 1924 National Football League season approaches, Dayton Triangles owner/coach/manager Carl Storck hopes to restore the team to NFL glory after a disastrous 1923 campaign. The team must overcome several challenges before the season even begins but open with two wins. Then, the Triangles must face another dose of adversity, with struggles both on the field and at the box office.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>cdefd627-3942-4ffc-a809-4a843f7f89bdTue, 14 Dec 2021 05:15:00 -050022:06falsefull2552As the 1924 National Football League season approaches, Dayton Triangles owner/coach/manager Carl Storck hopes to restore the team to NFL glory after a disastrous 1923 campaign.The Storck Era BeginsThe Storck Era BeginsDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Following the death of F. B. MacNab, who had been the Dayton Triangles' most ardent financial supporter, Carl Storck must assume ownership of the team's NFL franchise to keep the team going. The 1923 season sees the Triangles struggle to replace retired quarterback Al Mahrt, as numerous teams in the new league struggle to survive financially.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Following the death of F. B. MacNab, who had been the Dayton Triangles' most ardent financial supporter, Carl Storck must assume ownership of the team's NFL franchise to keep the team going. The 1923 season sees the Triangles struggle to replace retired quarterback Al Mahrt, as numerous teams in the new league struggle to survive financially.

LINKS

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>a4cbecc4-313f-4aea-878e-60a7733fd053Tue, 14 Dec 2021 05:00:00 -050018:06falsefull2442Following the death of F. B. MacNab, who had been the Dayton Triangles' most ardent financial supporter, Carl Storck must assume ownership of the team's NFL franchise to keep the team going.The Turning PointThe Turning PointDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The 1922 NFL season represents a turning point for the National Football League founding team, the Dayton Triangles. Founding coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott is forced to step aside to attend to his growing family business and social affairs, leaving team business manager Carl Storck to assume head coaching duties. Meanwhile, illness threatens the team's biggest supporter in the local business community. The team's long-time quarterback and field general, Al Mahrt, faces his future.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The 1922 NFL season represents a turning point for the National Football League founding team, the Dayton Triangles. Founding coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott is forced to step aside to attend to his growing family business and social affairs, leaving team business manager Carl Storck to assume head coaching duties. Meanwhile, illness threatens the team's biggest supporter in the local business community. The team's long-time quarterback and field general, Al Mahrt, faces his future.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>92b3e6fe-4f36-4adc-a8b8-e17729d3df56Tue, 14 Dec 2021 04:45:00 -050021:42falsefull2332The 1922 NFL season represents a turning point for the National Football League founding team, the Dayton Triangles. Founding coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott is forced to step aside to attend to his growing family business and social affairs, leaving team business manager Carl Storck to assume head coaching duties.Winds of ChangeWinds of ChangeDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Dayton Triangles coach Nelson Talbott, forced to take on more family responsibilities in the wake of his father's death, turns to his old Yale coach Frank Hinkey to help during the 1921 professional football season. Business manager Carl Storck hopes to build on the success of the 1920 Triangles at the box office but runs into trouble when the team struggles to win games.

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Dayton Triangles coach Nelson Talbott, forced to take on more family responsibilities in the wake of his father's death, turns to his old Yale coach Frank Hinkey to help during the 1921 professional football season. Business manager Carl Storck hopes to build on the success of the 1920 Triangles at the box office but runs into trouble when the team struggles to win games.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>9065418a-4e40-4340-9189-14f9176661a8Tue, 14 Dec 2021 04:15:00 -050022:50falsefull2222Dayton Triangles coach Nelson Talbott, forced to take on more family responsibilities in the wake of his father's death, turns to his old Yale coach Frank Hinkey to help during the 1921 professional football season.New BeginningsNew BeginningsDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Dayton Triangles join with other teams in 1920 to form the American Professional Football Association, which would eventually rename itself the National Football League. The inaugural APFA season finds the Triangles in the hunt for the first pro football championship and features epic battles against teams led by future NFL Hall of Fame players like Jim Thorpe and Fritz Pollard.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Dayton Triangles join with other teams in 1920 to form the American Professional Football Association, which would eventually rename itself the National Football League. The inaugural APFA season finds the Triangles in the hunt for the first pro football championship and features epic battles against teams led by future NFL Hall of Fame players like Jim Thorpe and Fritz Pollard.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>75ce83a3-03c7-4529-a790-7f12901c6cf7Tue, 14 Dec 2021 03:45:00 -050025:52falsefull2112The Dayton Triangles join with other teams in 1920 to form the American Professional Football Association, which would eventually rename itself the National Football League.Return to NormalcyReturn to NormalcyDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Following two years of war and disease, life returned to normal for the Dayton Triangles football team in 1919. With their coach and star quarterback back from the war, the Triangles looked to prove their mettle against the top competition in the Ohio League. Getting games against the likes of the Canton Bulldogs and Massillon Tigers, however, remained a daunting challenge.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

Following two years of war and disease, life returned to normal for the Dayton Triangles football team in 1919. With their coach and star quarterback back from the war, the Triangles looked to prove their mettle against the top competition in the Ohio League. Getting games against the likes of the Canton Bulldogs and Massillon Tigers, however, remained a daunting challenge.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>fac62d37-0118-454e-83bf-595ca6cb45b4Tue, 14 Dec 2021 03:30:00 -050021:56falsefull110101Following two years of war and disease, life returned to normal for the Dayton Triangles football team in 1919. With their coach and star quarterback back from the war, the Triangles looked to prove their mettle against the top competition in the Ohio League.Year of the AsteriskYear of the AsteriskDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The 1918 Dayton Triangles must deal with the constraints imposed by war in Europe and an influenza pandemic at home. The Triangles persevere under the guidance of fill-in coach Earle "Greasy" Neale and the management of Carl "Scummy" Storck.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The 1918 Dayton Triangles must deal with the constraints imposed by war in Europe and an influenza pandemic at home. The Triangles persevere under the guidance of fill-in coach Earle "Greasy" Neale and the management of Carl "Scummy" Storck.

LINKS

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>bfe04221-12bf-416c-9202-42468480bff2Tue, 14 Dec 2021 03:00:00 -050026:55falsefull1991The 1918 Dayton Triangles must deal with the constraints imposed by war in Europe and an influenza pandemic at home. The Triangles persevere under the guidance of fill-in coach Earle "Greasy" Neale and the management of Carl "Scummy" Storck.The War YearThe War YearDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

When the United States enters the war in Europe in 1917, things change for the second-year Dayton Triangles. Coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott and Triangles business manager Mike Redelle are among those who volunteer for military service. The team moves on with Al Mahrt as associate coach for the season and Carl Storck taking Redelle's position as team manager.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

When the United States enters the war in Europe in 1917, things change for the second-year Dayton Triangles. Coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott and Triangles business manager Mike Redelle are among those who volunteer for military service. The team moves on with Al Mahrt as associate coach for the season and Carl Storck taking Redelle's position as team manager.

LINKS

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>6aa24df2-1434-432a-93f1-975e01818feaTue, 14 Dec 2021 02:30:00 -050022:24falsefull1881When the United States enters the war in Europe in 1917, things change for the second-year Dayton Triangles. Coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott and Triangles business manager Mike Redelle are among those who volunteer for military service.Year of the TriangleYear of the TriangleDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Dayton Triangles football team, which would become a founding member of the National Football League in 1920, open their inaugural season of play in 1916 under coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott. Led by rifle-armed quarterback and field general Al Mahrt, and featuring running backs Norb Sacksteder, Lou Partlow and George "Babe" Zimmerman, the Triangles formed a Dayton "dream team" that set out to capture the championship of the Ohio League.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Dayton Triangles football team, which would become a founding member of the National Football League in 1920, open their inaugural season of play in 1916 under coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott. Led by rifle-armed quarterback and field general Al Mahrt, and featuring running backs Norb Sacksteder, Lou Partlow and George "Babe" Zimmerman, the Triangles formed a Dayton "dream team" that set out to capture the championship of the Ohio League.

LINKS

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>93e8e92f-bee2-4a87-9013-1e465ae2aa62Tue, 14 Dec 2021 02:15:00 -050022:24falsefull1771The Dayton Triangles football team, which would become a founding member of the National Football League in 1920, open their inaugural season of play in 1916 under coach Nelson "Bud" Talbott.End of an EraEnd of an EraDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

During the 1915 season, the former Saint Mary's Cadets become the Dayton Gym-Cadets. It was the last year they played football under the Cadet name. The following season they merged into the Dayton Triangles. The episode also covers Nelson Talbott's preparations for the next phase of his career, and the events leading to the birth of the Triangles.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

During the 1915 season, the former Saint Mary's Cadets become the Dayton Gym-Cadets. It was the last year they played football under the Cadet name. The following season they merged into the Dayton Triangles. The episode also covers Nelson Talbott's preparations for the next phase of his career, and the events leading to the birth of the Triangles.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>d84086ea-9d1c-412c-9dd9-402df3382ac7Tue, 14 Dec 2021 02:00:00 -050023:11falsefull1661During the 1915 season, the former Saint Mary's Cadets become the Dayton Gym-Cadets. It was the last year they played football under the Cadet name. The following season they merged into the Dayton Triangles.Championship BluesChampionship BluesDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Saint Mary's Cadets, forerunners of the Dayton Triangles, set out to defend their city independent football championship in 1914. However, winning the title was one thing; defending it proved quite another. Meanwhile, Nelson Talbott sought to cap his college career by leading Yale to the top of the Ivy League. Norb Sacksteder goes west and begins to build a football legend.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Saint Mary's Cadets, forerunners of the Dayton Triangles, set out to defend their city independent football championship in 1914. However, winning the title was one thing; defending it proved quite another. Meanwhile, Nelson Talbott sought to cap his college career by leading Yale to the top of the Ivy League. Norb Sacksteder goes west and begins to build a football legend.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

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Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>abab1128-cfc0-4468-bb25-6cf513c0d310Tue, 14 Dec 2021 01:30:00 -050019:01falsefull1551The Saint Mary's Cadets, forerunners of the Dayton Triangles, set out to defend their city independent football championship in 1914.Coming of Age (Part 2)Coming of Age (Part 2)Dayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Saint Mary's Cadets, forerunners of the Dayton Triangles, would face off against long-standing champions the Olt's-Superba Oakwoods for the independent football championship of Dayton in 1913. Meanwhile, future coach Nelson Talbott was finishing an All-America year at Yale.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The Saint Mary's Cadets, forerunners of the Dayton Triangles, would face off against long-standing champions the Olt's-Superba Oakwoods for the independent football championship of Dayton in 1913. Meanwhile, future coach Nelson Talbott was finishing an All-America year at Yale.

LINKS

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Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>a561ebf2-c5ec-49ca-8226-f679eaf9f5e7Tue, 14 Dec 2021 01:00:00 -050021:38falsefull1441The Saint Mary's Cadets, forerunners of the Dayton Triangles, would face off against long-standing champions the Olt's-Superba Oakwoods for the independent football championship of Dayton in 1913. Meanwhile, future coach Nelson Talbott was finishing an All-America year at Yale.Coming of Age (Part 1)Coming of Age (Part 1)Dayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The beginning of the story of how the Saint Mary's Cadets, predecessors of NFL founding team the Dayton Triangles, became champions of local independent football.

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Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>Dayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

The beginning of the story of how the Saint Mary's Cadets, predecessors of NFL founding team the Dayton Triangles, became champions of local independent football.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>81ffde14-fa5d-48ce-aceb-03bb347291d1Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:45:00 -050020:44falsefull1331The beginning of the story of how the Saint Mary's Cadets, predecessors of NFL founding team the Dayton Triangles, became champions of local independent football.BeginningsBeginningsDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

This episode introduces the Saint Mary's Cadets, predecessors of the Dayton Triangles, and talks about radical changes in American football in 1905 that helped them succeed.

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Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>Dayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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Row One - the vintage shop for sports history fans!

EPISODE SUMMARY

This episode introduces the Saint Mary's Cadets, predecessors of the Dayton Triangles, and talks about radical changes in American football in 1905 that helped them succeed.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>0ba62384-45b7-48b6-bd50-e9013bcdcd18Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:30:00 -050021:06falsefull1221This episode introduces the Saint Mary's Cadets, predecessors of the Dayton Triangles, and talks about radical changes in American football in 1905 that helped them succeed.IntroductionIntroductionDayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

This introduction to the Dayton Triangles podcast discusses Bruce’s personal motivations for creating the podcast and gives a preview of what to expect in coming episodes.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>Dayton Triangles History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.

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Row One - the vintage shop for sports history fans!

EPISODE SUMMARY

This introduction to the Dayton Triangles podcast discusses Bruce’s personal motivations for creating the podcast and gives a preview of what to expect in coming episodes.

LINKS

Dayton Triangles History on the Sports History Network

Dayton Triangles Main Podcast page

Host's Website - Bruce Smith

]]>2b24e1e1-3d28-4e5f-9b7a-c05cf0598402Tue, 14 Dec 2021 00:15:00 -050015:07falsefull1111This introduction to the Dayton Triangles podcast discusses Bruce’s personal motivations for creating the podcast and gives a preview of what to expect in coming episodes.