In this episode, we discuss the history of the Philadelphia Phillies Professional Football team, which played in 1902. Check out more, including photos and news clippings on the post of this story.
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References:
- Retro Seasons
- The Coffin Corner: Vol. 9, No. 6 ((1987)). “When did they start?”. Professional Football Researchers Association.Professiona Football Researchers Association’s Coffin Corner
- Pittsburgh Weekly Gazette: November 6, 1901 , p. 10 Quaker Stars Show up Strong
- Gridiron Legacy: Pro Football’s Missing Origin Story, Gregg Ficery, p. 84
- Phillies Nation website Phillies Nation.com
- The Philadelphia Inquirer 07 Dec 1902, Sun · Page 14