Ford Broadcasts, 1965-1966: 12237637

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When I was a member of a University of Michigan football team we played one particular game I recall often these days.

We had traveled from Ann Arbor to meet the Gophers of the University of Minnesota. Coach Bernie Bierman's team was an unbeaten powerhouse that season, yet was going into the game with a unique record. Minnesota had failed to score on Michigan since 1929 and had not defeated the Wolverines at home since 1892.

Football fans may recall what happened that day in Memorial Stadium. I'll never forget it. In fact, I may still carry a few lumps---and some emotional bruises---from November 3rd, 1934, when we spent the afternoon trying to outplay Minnesota's famous All-American trio-----Bevan, Larson and Lund---and their great team-mates.

Sportswriters had some kind words to describe our efforts. One praised our defense play and told how John Regeczi's punting kept Minnesota with its back to the wall during the first half. When the final gun sounded, a jinx of 41 years was broken----Michigan was defeated 34 to 0.

Another sportswriter said if Michigan's line replacements had been more plentiful, the score might have been lower. Perhaps, the Wolverines might have won the game.

GERALD R. FORD LIBRARY