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Football Team 1896

  • Class
    1896
  • Induction
    2013
  • Sport(s)
    Football
The 1896 football team posted an 11-0-1 record — highlighted by 10 shutouts — en route to Lafayette's first national championship. Coached by Parke Davis, the Leopards outscored their opponents 240-10 during the 12-game slate. Maroon Club Hall of Famers halfback George "Rose" Barclay 1898 and guard Charles "Babe" Rinehart 1898 both played on the 1896 squad.
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