1936 Pittsburgh Panthers football team

American college football season February 2026 May 2019 1936 Pittsburgh Panthers football Pittsburgh football squad 1936.jpg 250 Independent 3 8–1–1 Jock Sutherland 13th Single wing Pitt Stadium National champion (Boand, FR, Houlgate)Eastern championRose Bowl champion Rose Bowl W 21–0 vs. Washington The 1936 Pittsburgh Panthers football team represented the University of Pittsburgh as an independent during the 1936 college football season. In its 13th season under head coach Jock Sutherland, the team compiled a 8–1–1 record, shut out five of its ten opponents, and outscored all opponents by a total of 214 to 34.Game-by-Game Results University of Pittsburgh 2008 Pitt Football Media Guide 150 August 13, 2022 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062136134/viewer#page/147/mode/1up The team played its home games at Pitt Stadium in Pittsburgh. The Panthers won the Rose Bowl and were selected national champion by the contemporary Boand and Houlgate math systems and retroactively years later by the Football Researchers poll.http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/stats/football_records/2018/FBS.pdf 2018 NCAA Football Bowl Subdivision Records National Collegiate Athletic Association August 2018 November 29, 2018 112 http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/national_championships/yearly_results.php?year=1936 https://web.archive.org/web/20100211115153/http://cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/national_championships/yearly_results.php?year=1936 2010-02-11 College Football Data Warehouse, Yearly National Championship Selections 2009-01-29Associated Press January 10, 1937 Louisiana State Gets Foreman–Clark Trophy https://www.newspapers.com/clip/112457680/lsu-gets-foreman-clark-trophy-deke/ The Capital Times Dallas, Texas Madison, Wisconsin January 31, 2023 The Foreman and Clark trophy, emblematic of the National football championship, won by SMU in 1935, will be sent to LSU ... awarded the trophy for the past season under the ratings of Deke Houlgate, Los Angeles, grid statistician.Owen Kimbrough 1937 Gumbo 1937 (yearbook) Gumbo Yearbook https://digitalcommons.lsu.edu/gumbo/32/ Baton Rouge, Louisiana The Students of Louisiana State University Athletics — Football 206 Rated No. 1 team of the country by the Deke Houlgate system, the Tigers were presented with a beautiful national championship trophy by a Los Angeles firm. Schedule 1936 AP September 26 w 1936 Ohio Wesleyan Battling Bishops Ohio Wesleyan Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 53–0 19,000 Jess Carver Ohio Wesleyan No Match For Panthers Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph September 27, 1936 Part 2-1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101680573/ohio-wesleyan-no-match-for-panthers/ May 11, 2022 Newspapers.com October 3 w West Virginia Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA rivalry 34–0 21,000 Harry Keck Pitt Wallops W. Va., 34–0 Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 4, 1936 Part 2–4 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101862604/pitt-wallops-mountaineers-340/ May 14, 2022 Newspapers.com October 10 w y Ohio State Ohio Stadium Columbus, OH 6–0 71,714 Lou Smith Young Soph Goes Over Line The Cincinnati Enquirer Cincinnati, Ohio October 11, 1936 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101986100/young-soph-goes-over-line/ May 16, 2022 Newspapers.com October 17 l Duquesne Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 0–7 20,000 Jess Carver Matsik Hero In Surprise Victory Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 18, 1936 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102418160/matsik-hero-in-surprise-victory/ May 23, 2022 Newspapers.com October 24 w 9 Notre Dame 7 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 26–0 70,244 Jack Ledden Irish Suffer Worst Defeat in 11 Years The South Bend Tribune South Bend, Indiana October 25, 1936 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103881730/irish-suffer-worst-defeat-in-11-years/ June 16, 2022 Newspapers.com October 31 t y 2 Fordham 5 Polo Grounds New York, NY 0–0 55,000–57,000 https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=fUYbAAAAIBAJ&sjid=IU8EAAAAIBAJ&pg=6563%2C200230 Pittsburgh Press Smith Chester L. Pitt, Fordham battle to scoreless tie November 1, 1936 1, sports November 7 w 5 Penn State Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA rivalry 34–7 15,692 2021 Penn State Football Media Guide Strategic Communications Office of Penn State University History and Honors July 22, 2021 294 June 20, 2022 https://issuu.com/gopsusports/docs/2021_penn_state_football_media_guide_reduced November 14 w y 5 Nebraska 6 Memorial Stadium Lincoln, NE 19–6 35,000 John Bentley I May Be Wrong Nebraska State Journal Lincoln, Nebraska November 13, 1936 16 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104176064/i-may-be-wrong/ June 21, 2022 Newspapers.com November 26 w 4 Carnegie Tech Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 31–14 40,000 Lester Biederman Tartans Threaten With Two-Touchdown Assault Then Mad Marshall Runs Wild The Pittsburgh Press November 27, 1936 46 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104541901/mad-marshall-runs-wild/ June 27, 2022 Newspapers.com January 1, 1937 w y 3 Washington 5 Rose Bowl Pasadena, CA Rose Bowl 21–0 87,935 Jess Carver Bum Check Loss Light at Rose Bowl Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph March 24, 1937 25 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105480635/bum-check-loss-light-at-rose-bowl/ July 12, 2022 Newspapers.com Preseason thumb|left|1936 University of Pittsburgh football ticket collage On March 10, the athletic committee named John Bailey (Dentistry 1937), William Blair (Business Administration 1937) and William Housel (College 1937) varsity football managers for the 1936 season.Bailey, Blair and Housel Appointed Grid Managers The Pitt News 27 58 March 13, 1936 3 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062147321/viewer#page/3/mode/1up May 6, 2022 Unfortunately, Mr. Housel, who was voted Outstanding Junior on Campus, died from peritonitis while attending ROTC summer camp at Point Marion, Virginia.Pitt's Leading Junior Dies in Army Camp Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph July 9, 1936 12 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101273766/pitts-leading-junior-dies-in-army-camp/ May 7, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panther nation was also saddened when Peter Aviziensis, a junior substitute tackle, died after being operated on for a brain tumor.Aviziensis Dies After Operation The Pittsburgh Press March 25, 1936 12 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101306018/aviziensis-dies-after-operation/ May 7, 2022 Newspapers.com With the early arrival of suitable weather, Coach Sutherland decided to start his spring training on March 16. He encouraged anyone who wanted to play to try out: "Not only do we want those boys who have played football in high school, but we also welcome those who have never played football. There are suits for everyone."Spring Grid Drills to Start Monday The Pitt News 27 57 March 11, 1936 3 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062147289/viewer#page/3/mode/1up May 6, 2022 Fifty prospective varsity Panthers attended the drills. Coach Sutherland spent two weeks in the hospital with a sore back, but he was ably replaced by assistant coach Bill Kern.Spring Football Drills Resumed Wednesday The Pitt News 27 68 April 17, 1936 3 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062147727/viewer#page/3/mode/1up May 7, 2022 After two weeks of individual instruction, scrimmages were held on Saturdays pitting the first team versus the second team. The first team won four games and the fifth was a scoreless tie.'Oldtimers' Get Equipment Today The Pitt News 27 76 May 6, 1936 3 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062149293/viewer#page/3/mode/1up May 7, 2022 On May 9 the session came to end with an Alumni versus Varsity game at the Stadium in conjunction with the Pitt – Penn State track meet. The Varsity had no trouble with the Alumni, cruising to a 47–6 victory. The Alumni scored first, but the Varsity went ahead 7–6 before halftime. The second half was all Varsity, as they totaled 6 touchdowns over the last two periods. The Panther varsity track team earlier beat Penn State 70–65. The freshman team lost 76–59, but John Woodruff, Pitt freshman, won both the 880-yard dash and the mile.Lester Biederman Pitt Varsity Trackmen Turn Back Lions, 70 to 65 The Pittsburgh Press May 10, 1936 Sports 2 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101301219/pitt-varsity-routs-alumni/ May 7, 2022 Newspapers.com He then went on to win the Olympic gold medal on August 4, 1936 in Berlin with a time of 1:52.9.800 metres, Men MADmen Olympedia https://www.olympedia.org/results/58204 May 7, 2022 Coach Sutherland held his Fifth Annual Football Clinic on May 23 at Pitt Stadium. Jock Sutherland, Fritz Crisler (Princeton) and Wallace Wade (Duke) explained the intricacies of playing football with lectures and on-field demonstrations to 1,000 eager coaches and players.Paul Kurtz Clinic Microscope Enlarges Football The Pittsburgh Press May 24, 1936 Sports 4 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101310410/clinic-microscope-enlarges-football/ May 7, 2022 Newspapers.com On September 7, Coach Sutherland welcomed more than fifty Panthers for his thirteenth preseason training camp at Pitt.Three Local Schools Call Out Regulars The Pittsburgh Press September 7, 1936 13 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101517118/three-local-schools-call-out-regulars/ May 9, 2022 Newspapers.com Since Camp Hamilton was damaged by floods in March, the Panthers trained at Trees Field on the Pitt campus. The team was housed in the Webster Hall Hotel. Coach Sutherland had to replace three starters, but he had five senior lettermen, nineteen juniors (10 of whom earned letters) and more than twenty sophomores vying for positions.Pitt Football Squad Prepares For Opener The Pitt News 28 1 September 16, 1936 3 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062151570/viewer#page/3/mode/1up May 9, 2022 His outlook for the season was cautious: "The schedule is tougher than anything we've ever attempted...Then again, the fact that we won't have camp this fall is going to hurt us. That camp has meant a great deal to us in the past. The boys ate, slept, played and thought football all day long at Camp Hamilton.This fall we won't have them together as much as we like. But don't forget, we'll show up for all the games."Lester Biederman Jock's Home, To Miss Windber Grid Camp The Pittsburgh Press August 28, 1936 41 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101522134/jocks-home-to-miss-windber-grid-camp/ May 9, 2022 Newspapers.com Coaching staff 1936 Pittsburgh Panthers football staff Coaching staff John B. "Jock" Sutherland – head coach Bill Kern – assistant coach Charley Bowser – assistant coach Edward Baker – backfield coach Ralph Daugherty – center coach Mike Nicksick – backfield coach Edward Hirshberg – end coach Walter Milligan– freshman coach   Support staff Dr. H. A. Ralph Shanor – team physician Dr. George (Bud) Moore – team trainer Percy S. Browne – custodian of equipment W. D. Harrison - director of athletics James Hagan – graduate manager of athletics Frank Carver – publicity director William Blair – co-varsity student manager John Bailey– co-varsity student manager Roster 1936 Pittsburgh Panthers football rosterPittsburgh Panthers Player Position Games Height Weight Class Prep School Hometown Bill Glassford*guard85' 9"1921937Lancaster H. S.Lancaster, Ohio Tony Matisi*tackle106' 2101938 Endicott H. S. Endicott, NY Dante Dalle Tezze*guard105' 11"1881938Jeannette H. S.Jeannette, PA George Delich*tackle7 6'1951938Froebel H.S.Gary, IN Henry Adams*center106'1"1851938California H. S. California, PA Ave Daniell*tackle106'1"1981937Mt. Lebanon H. S.Mt. Lebanon, PA Walter Raskowski*guard 95' 11" 1901939New Castle H. S. New Castle, PA Albin Lezouski*guard96' 1851939Mahanoy City H. S. Mahanoy City, PA Robert LaRue*halfback95' 9"1631937Wyoming SeminaryGreensburg, PA Donald Hensley*center96' 1"1941938Huntington H. S.Huntington, WV Frank Souchak*end96'1921938Berwick H. S.Berwick., PA Frank Patrick*fullback106' 1931938Roosevelt H. S.East Chicago, IN Marshall Goldberg*halfback106' 1751939Elkins H. S. Elkins, WVA John Urbanhalfback75' 11"1601938 Larksville H. S.Larksville, PA Leo Malarkey*halfback55' 10"1601937McDonald H. S.McDonald, PA Arnold Greene*quarterback96' 1"2101937Huntingdon H. S.Huntingdon, PA John Michelosen*quarterback96'1871938Ambridge H. S.Ambridge, PA William Stapulis*halfback75' 10"1751938California H. S.California, PA Fabian Hoffman*end96'1701939Central Catholic H. S.Pittsburgh, PA Robert Danniescenter55' 11"1901939Westmont H. S.Wauwatosa, WI Robert McClure*quarterback65' 8"1801937Greenville H. S.Greenville, PA John Chickerneo*quarterback96'1951939Warren H. S.Warren, OH Bill Daddio*end105' 11"1751939Meadville H. S.Meadville, PA John Dougert*fullback55' 8"1701937Shenandoah H. S.Shenandoah, PA John Wood*halfback 95' 10"1651937Magrotta H. S.New Martinsville, WV Charles Fleming*end65' 8" 1601939New Castle H. S.New Castle, PA Elmer Merkovsky*tackle96' 1"2051939Scott H. S.North Braddock. PA Harold Stebbins*halfback96' 1"1851939Williamsport H. S.Williamsport, PA Steve Petro*guard75' 10"1851939Johnstown H. S.Johnstown, PA Luther Richardsguard45' 10"1851938Kingston H. S.Kingston, PA Cleon Lindermancenter46'1751937Allegheny H. S.Allegheny, NY George Yocosguard25' 9"1751938Monessen H. S.Monessen, PA Ben Asavitchtackle36' 2"1851939Wilkes-Barre Memorial H. S.Wilkes-Barre, PA Walter Millerend36'1871938Phillipsburg H. S.Phillipsburg, NJ Charles Sheahalfback35' 10"1551939 Pittsburgh, PA Clement Cambalfullback15' 10"1751939Springdale H. S.Springdale, PA Howard Jackmanquarterback3 1501939Peabody H. S. Pittsburgh, PA Joseph Morrowend25' 10"1701938Mars H. S.Mars, PA George Musulintackle35' 11"2201938Mt. Lebanon H.S.Mt. Lebanon, PA Albert Waltonguard36'1801937Beaver Falls H. S.Beaver Falls, PA Willard Currycenter25' 11"1701939 East McKeesport, PA Ted Schmitttackle46'2051938Carrick H. S.Carrick, PA Robert Daufenbachtackle26' 1"1751938 Pittsburgh, PA Alfred Bergertackle36'1851939Allegheny H. S.Pittsburgh, PA Peter Menskyhalfback1 1651939 Jermyn, PA James Kosinskiquarterback15' 9"1551939Sheffield H. S.Pittsburgh, PA Benjamin Kopecend 3 1651939Academy H. S.Erie, PA Frank Hovanecend 15' 11"1701938Ambridge H. S.Ambridge, PA Joseph Troglionehalfback45' 9"1601937Wilkinsburg H. S.Wilkinsburg, PA Bernard McNishend35' 11"1801937Elizabeth H. S.Elizabeth, PA Paul Shawend05' 11"1841938Bradford H. S.Bradford, PA Ira Paulfullback0 1851939Johnstown H. S.Johnstown, PA Edward Spotovichend4 1851938South H. S.Pittsburgh, PA James Scarfpinguard15' 10" 1951937Altoona H. S. Martins Ferry, OH John Bailey*co-varsity student manager 1937Ford City, H. S.Ford City, PA William Blair*co-varsity student manager 1937Mt. Lebanon H. S.Mt. Lebanon, PA * LettermanOctober 10, 1936 Ohio State Football Athletic Committee 1936 Pittsburgh Roster Official Football Program – University of Pittsburgh Versus Ohio State 22Football Lettermen University of Pittsburgh 2008 Pitt Football Media Guide 178–182 May 3, 2022 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062136134/viewer#page/175/mode/1up Game summaries Ohio Wesleyan Week 1: Ohio Wesleyan at Pitt Ohio Wesleyan Pitt 0 0 0 0 14 20 6 13 September 26, 1936 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 19,000 warm sunshine H. W. Emswiler (Dennison) Ohio Wesleyan University thumb|left|Program for September 26 game versus Ohio Wesleyan thumb|Ticket stub for September 26 game versus Ohio Wesleyan Pitt and the Ohio Wesleyan Battling Bishops from Delaware, Ohio met on the gridiron for the first time on September 26. Ohio Wesleyan was coached by George E. Gauthier, former Michigan Agricultural College quarterback, who was in his fifteenth year at the helm of the Bishops. The Bishops were coming off a 5–3–1 season and a second place finish in the Buckeye Athletic Association.Bishop Football Year-By-Year Ohio Wesleyan University 2021 Football Records Ohio Wesleyan University 19 https://owu_ftp.sidearmsports.com/custompages/files/fb/2021/fb21.pdf May 9, 2022 The Pitt News reported: "Ohio Wesleyan will send to Pittsburgh an ideal team for an opening day game as the Battling Bishops are just rugged enough to test the Pitt strength and put the Panther machine into gear for the journey ahead."Leonard Litman Strong 1936 Pitt Team Foreseen as Spotlight Centers On Stadium The Pitt News 28 4 September 25, 1936 3 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062151695/viewer#page/3/mode/1up May 10, 2022 After 18 days of practice, the veteran-laden Panther squad was healthy and still competing for starting positions. For the opener Sutherland started two sophomores – halfback, Marshall Goldberg and end, Bill Daddio; seven juniors – tackles, Tony Matisi and George Delich, center, Don Hensley, guard, Dante Dalle Tezze, end, Frank Souchak, quarterback, John Michelosen and fullback, Bill Stapulis; and two seniors – guard, Bill Glassford and halfback Bobby LaRue.Jess Carver Bishops Rated Tough Opening Opponent Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph September 26, 1936 13 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101619079/bishops-rated-tough-opening-opponent/ May 10, 2022 Newspapers.com On game day, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette reported: "Children under 12 years of age will be admitted to the Pitt-Ohio Wesleyan game today at Pitt Stadium for 25 ents[sic]. They will use Gate 14 and tickets will be sold from the booth directly opposite this entrance."Pitt Again Invites Youngsters to Game Pittsburgh Post-Gazette September 26, 1936 19 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105417240/tickets-for-children/ July 11, 2022 Newspapers.com A large opening day crowd of 19,000 saw the Panthers score 8 touchdowns and rout the Bishops 53 to 0. Forty-eight Panthers received some playing time. The Panther assault was led by halfbacks Marshall Goldberg and John Wood. Sophomore halfback Goldberg tallied two touchdowns in the first period and gained 208 yards on 15 carries in one half of play. Wood, a senior, scored two touchdowns in the second quarter. Harold Stebbins, Bobby LaRue, Frank Patrick and Leo Malarkey each added one touchdown in the second half. The Panther offense gained 601 yards and earned 18 first downs, while the defense gave up 44 yards and 2 first downs to the Bishops.Jess Carver Panthers Defeat Ohio Wesleyan Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph September 27, 1936 Part 2–7 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101680155/panthers-defeat-ohio-wesleyan/ May 11, 2022 Newspapers.com After 14 straight winning seasons, Ohio Wesleyan finished their schedule with a 1–6–2 record. Substitutes appearing in the game for the Panthers were Charles Fleming, Frank Hovanec, Ben Kopec, Elmer Merkovsky, Ben Asavitch, Alfred Berger, Walter Raskowski, Robert Dannies, Henry Adams, Cleon Linderman, Albin Lezouski, Luther Richards, Averill Daniell, Ted Schmidt, Fabian Hoffman, Walter Miller, Arnold Greene, John Chickerneo, Howard Jackman, Leo Malarkey, John Urban, Joseph Troglione, Charles Shea, Harold Stebbins, John Wood, Frank Patrick, John Dougert, Robert McClure, Edward Spotovich, Steve Petro, George Yocos, James Scarfpin, Peter Mensky, Clement Cambal, George Musulin, Joe Morrow and Bernard McNish.Plenty of Power Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph September 27, 1936 Part 2-1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101683867/plenty-of-power/ May 11, 2022 Newspapers.com Ohio Wesleyan Pittsburgh collapsed 1 Pittsburgh 4 66 RushTD Marshall Goldberg 2 good Frank Souchak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 7 1 Pittsburgh 1 76 RushTD Goldberg 76 good Souchak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 14 2 Pittsburgh 4 58 RushTD Harold Stebbins 46 good Frank Patrick run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 21 2 Pittsburgh 1 53 RushTD John Wood 53 good Charles Fleming run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 28 2 Pittsburgh 4 36 RecTD Wood Joseph Troglione 36 no good Averell Daniell run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 34 3 Pittsburgh 7 66 RushTD Bobby LaRue 6 no good Souchak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 40 4 Pittsburgh 7 42 RushTD Patrick 3 no good Patrick run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 46 4 Pittsburgh 4 53 RushTD Leo Malarkey 1 good Fleming run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 53 0 53 West Virginia Week 2: West Virginia at Pitt West Virginia Pitt 0 0 0 0 0 14 20 0 October 3, 1936 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 21,000 cloudy and warm Russell Goodwin (Washington & Jefferson) 1936 West Virginia Mountaineers football team thumb|left|Program for October 3 game versus West Virginia thumb|Ticket stub for October 3 game versus West Virginia On October 3, Charles "Trusty" Talman brought his West Virginia Mountaineers to Pitt Stadium for the annual gridiron duel with the Panthers. West Virginia was 2–0 on the season, besting both Waynesburg (7–0) at home and Cincinnati(40–0) on the road.1936 West Virginia Mountaineers Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football May 14, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/west-virginia/1936-schedule.html Coach Talman was in his third year and had an 11–8–2 record.Trusty Tallman Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/coaches/trusty-tallman-1.html May 14, 2022 After last year's Pitt victory, the all-time series, dating back to 1895, stood at 22–8–1 in favor of Pittsburgh.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 160 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/161/mode/1up May 14, 2022 Coach Talman's squad hoped their passing game would give Pitt trouble. Mountaineer halfback Kelly Moran and end Babe Barna connected for three touchdown passes in the Cincinnati game. However, West Virginia was inexperienced, with five sophomores in the starting lineup.Pitt Awaits Mountaineers The Pittsburgh Press October 2, 1936 57 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101859156/pitt-awaits-mountaineers/ May 14, 2022 Newspapers.com Coach Sutherland was happy since four veteran starters from 1935 regained their positions with a good week of practice – Henry Adams at center, Arnold Greene at quarterback, Averell Daniell at tackle and Frank Patrick at fullback. Jock wrote in his weekly article for The Pittsburgh Press: "West Virginia comes to Pittsburgh, and we expect the usual game with the Mountaineers. Trusty Tallman's outfit battles every inch of the way and, should his passing attack click, is likely to cause us several headaches. We should prevail by a comfortable margin, however."Jock Sutherland Irish, Dukes, Buckeyes, Yale Should Win The Pittsburgh Press October 1, 1936 35 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101860118/irish-dukes-buckeyes-yale-should-win/ May 14, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panthers extended their winning streak to eight straight games against the Mountaineers with a 34–0 victory. Third-string running back Leo Malarkey scored three touchdowns to lead the offense. The first and fourth quarters were scoreless. Early in the second period the Panther offense gained possession on their 41-yard line. Seven plays later Malarkey bulled into the end zone from the one. Frank Patrick converted the point after and Pitt led 7–0. The Panthers regained possession and halfback Bobby LaRue threw a 46-yard touchdown pass to Fabian Hoffman. Patrick's placement was good and Pitt led 14–0 at halftime. On Pitt's first possession of the third quarter, Malarkey took a handoff and raced 80 yards for his second touchdown. The extra point was missed. Four plays later Pitt tackle, Averell Daniell, blocked a Mountaineer pass attempt into the arms of teammate Tony Matisi, who rambled unmolested 33 yards to the end zone. Daniell kicked the point after and Pitt led 27–0. The Panther defense held and forced a punt. On first down "Malarkey pulled his 46-yard gallop for the fifth and last tally." Charles Fleming added the placement to make the final 34 to 0. The Mountaineers finished the season with a 6–4 record. Coach Tallman resigned on June 24, 1937 and became the superintendent of the West Virginia State Police.Tallman Quits Grid to Head State Police Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph June 24, 1937 40 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101901591/tallman-quits-grid-to-head-state-police/ May 15, 2022 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against West Virginia was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisi (left tackle), Bill Glassford (left guard), Henry Adams (center), Dante Dalle Tezze (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Fabian Hoffman (right end), Arnold Greene (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and Frank Patrick (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were George Delich, Walter Raskowski, Albin Lezouski, Don Hensley, Leo Malarkey, John Michelosen, William Stapulis, Robert McClure, John Chickerneo, John Dougert, Charles Fleming, Elmer Merkovsky, Luther Richards, Ben Asavitch, Walter Miller, Clement Cambal, Howard Jackman, Willard Curry, Ted Schmidt, Harold Stebbins, Robert Daufenbach, Ben Kopec, Joseph Troglione, Bernard McNish, Joe Morrow, George Musulin, Al Berger, Steve Petro, Albert Walton, Robert Dannies, Cleon Linderman, James Kosinski and Charles Shea.Too Much Power Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 4, 1936 Part 2-1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101847772/too-much-power/ May 14, 2022 Newspapers.com West Virginia Pittsburgh collapsed 2 Pittsburgh 7 59 RushTD Leo Malarkey 1 good Frank Patrick run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 7 2 Pittsburgh 6 69 RecTD Fabian Hoffman Bobby LaRue 48 good Frank Patrick run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 14 3 Pittsburgh 1 80 RushTD Malarkey 80 no good Frank Patrick run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 20 3 Pittsburgh 1 33 IntTD Tony Matisi 33 good Averell Daniell run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 27 3 Pittsburgh 1 46 RushTD Leo Malarkey 46 good Charles Fleming run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 34 0 34 At Ohio State Week 3: Pitt at Ohio State Pitt Ohio State 0 0 0 6 0 0 0 0 October 10, 1936 Ohio StadiumColumbus, OH 2:00 p.m. 71,714 muddy and overcast Frank Lane (Detroit) 1936 Ohio State Buckeyes football team thumb|left|Program for October 10 game versus Ohio State The first road trip was to Columbus, Ohio to play third-year coach Francis Schmidt's Ohio State Buckeyes. This was the fourth meeting between the schools and the series record stood at 1–1–1. Coach Schmidt's Buckeyes earned a 14–2 record in his first two years, only losing to Illinois (14–13) in 1934 and Notre Dame (18–13) in 1935. The Buckeyes crushed NYU (60–0) in their season opener.https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/ohio-state/1936-schedule.html 1936 Ohio State Buckeyes Schedule and results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football May 15, 2022 The left side of the Buckeye line was anchored by Associated Press second team All-Americans - tackle Charley Hamrick and end Merle Wendt.Associated Press Teams Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph December 4, 1936 39 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101919452/1936-associated-press-teams/ May 15, 2022 Newspapers.com The right tackle, Peter Gales, was injured in the NYU game and his replacement, Alex Schoenbaum, had a severe cold so Charles Ream started the game.Bucks Nearly Ready Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 8, 1936 28 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101920631/bucks-nearly-ready/ May 15, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panthers boarded the train to Columbus on Friday morning and ate lunch en route. Upon arrival, they proceeded to Ohio Stadium for practice, where they found a flooded field. Coach Sutherland said: "his team had but one set of uniforms and shoes along, and that he could not risk getting them wet."Swampy Gridiron and Drizzling Rain Are Predictions For Ohio State and Pittsburgh Panther Game Today The Cincinnati Enquirer Cincinnati, Ohio October 10, 1936 14 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101984779/swampy-gridiron-and-drizzling-rain-predi/ May 16, 2022 Newspapers.com Sutherland reported in Saturday's Pittsburgh Press: "We have a team of considerable strength. I have never seen better spirit on a squad. ..The fact that Ohio is one of the leading elevens in the country furnishes us with an incentive to win. We will give our best. If that isn't good enough, we will be more than glad to salute the winner."Dr. Jock Sutherland We're Ready! We'll Do Our Best! I Hope We Win–Jock The Pittsburgh Press October 10, 1936 7 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/101985633/were-ready-well-do-our-best/ May 16, 2022 Newspapers.com The unbeaten and unscored upon Pitt Panthers kept their record intact with a 6–0 victory over the Ohio State Buckeyes that was not as close as the score would indicate. The Panther offense netted 243 total yards and 11 first downs to 75 yards and 5 first downs for the Buckeyes. The 71,714 fans, including Republican presidential nominee Alf M. Landon, were treated to a defensive battle that was waged for more than three scoreless quarters. On their opening possession the Panthers drove the ball to the State 4-yard line, and lost the ball on downs. The Buckeyes' offense was never able to penetrate closer than the Pitt 43-yard line. With six minutes left on the clock, Panther halfback Harold Stebbins broke loose between right guard and tackle, picked up some interference and raced 35 yards for the only points of the game. The game ended with Pitt in possession on the State 4-yard line.Pitt Statistics The Pittsburgh Press October 11, 1936 Sports 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102041135/pitt-statistics/ May 17, 2022 Newspapers.comChester L. Smith Pitt Panthers Claw Ohio For 6–0 Victory The Pittsburgh Press October 11, 1936 1, 10 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102041610/pitt-panthers-claw-ohio-for-60-victory/ May 17, 2022 Newspapers.com Coach Schmidt told The Cincinnati Enquirer: "There were two good teams playing for a break, and Pitt got it. But, aside from that, Pitt is the most powerful team I have ever seen."Lou Smith Good Team Needed The Cincinnati Enquirer October 11, 1936 38 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102042717/good-team-needed/ May 17, 2022 Newspapers.com The Cincinnati Enquirer noted that the 130-member Pitt band "took the play" away from the Ohio State band. The Panthers brought the largest visiting band ever to attend a game in Columbus and did themselves proud.Pitt-Buck Highlights The Cincinnati Enquirer October 11, 1936 38 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102043932/ May 17, 2022 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the Ohio State game was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisi (left tackle), Bill Glassford (left guard), Henry Adams (center), Dante Dalle Tezze (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Frank Souchak (right tackle), John Michelosen (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and Frank Patrick (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Fabian Hoffman, George Delich, Elmer Merkovsky, Walter Raskowski, Albin Lezouski, Don Hensley, Arnold Greene, Harold Stebbins, Leo Malarkey, John Chickerneo, and William Stapulis.Jess Carver Stebbins' Turn Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 11, 1936 Part 2-1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102044976/stebbins-turn/ May 17, 2022 Newspapers.com Pittsburgh Ohio State collapsed 4 Pittsburgh 2 37 RushTD Harold Stebbins 35 no good Frank Patrick run/pass good/failed/incomplete 6 0 6 0 Duquesne Week 4: Duquesne at Pitt Duquesne Pitt 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 October 17, 1936 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 20,000 rain E. A. Geiges (Temple) 1936 Duquesne Dukes football team thumb|left|Program for October 17 game versus Duquesne thumb|Ticket stub for October 17 game versus Duquesne On October 17, the Panthers returned home to face city rival Duquesne University. Pitt led the series 3–0 and had not surrendered a point to the Dukes in the three victories.https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062136134/viewer#page/136/mode/1up University of Pittsburgh 2008 football media guide 2008 139 University of Pittsburgh May 23, 2022 The Dukes were led by first-year coach John "Clipper" Smith, who was an All-American guard at Notre Dame in 1927.Consensus All-America Teams (1920–1929) Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/awards/all-america-1920-1929.html May 23, 2022 The Dukes came into the game with a 3–0 record, having beaten Waynesburg (14–0), Rice (14–0) and Geneva (33–0).1936 Duquesne Dukes Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/duquesne/1936-schedule.html May 23, 2022 All-American center, Mike Basrak, anchored the Dukes line. The Panthers were healthy, but Sutherland replaced fullback Frank Patrick with William Stapulis in the starting lineup. Sutherland was worried: "Pittsburgh has come back after a grueling battle with Ohio State and bump into a local rival, Duquesne. The Dukes had an easy game last week – just the right sort of tune-up. They will be shooting for this one. It is the game on their schedule with capital letters."Dr. Jock Sutherland Winners? Ohio, Gophers, Navy! The Pittsburgh Press October 16, 1936 54 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102393756/winners-ohio-gophers-navy/ May 23, 2022 Newspapers.com For the first time in 8 seasons, the Panthers lost to an eastern team, as the Duquesne Dukes pulled off the major upset 7 to 0. This was the first score against Pitt in the 1936 season and the first score given up to Duquesne in the series. 20,000 fans braved the rainy weather and sat through a defensive struggle and punting duel. The Panthers gained 247 net yards and earned 11 first downs. The Pitt defense held Duquesne to 192 net yards and 3 first downs, but in the second quarter, Duquesne halfback George Matsik replaced injured Beto Vairo and raced 72 yards unimpeded for a touchdown. Boyd Brumbaugh converted the extra point to complete the scoring. In the opening quarter, the Panthers advanced the ball to the Dukes 13-yard line but lost the ball on downs. After the Dukes went ahead, Pitt end Fabian Hoffman recovered a fumbled punt on the Duquesne 28-yard line. The Panthers rushed the ball to the 6-yard line, but Leo Malarkey fumbled and Duquesne recovered on their 2-yard line. In the second half, the Panthers had one decent drive, as they advanced the ball to the Dukes 29-yard line. On the next play, Bobby LaRue's pass was intercepted by Frank Zoppetti at the 21-yard line and Pitt's National Championship hopes faded.Pitt-Duquesne Figures Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 20, 1936 Part 2-2 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/102413580/pitt-duquesne-figures/ May 23, 2022 Newspapers.comDavid Finoli When Pitt Ruled The Gridiron 2015 978-0-7864-9426-2 McFarland & Company, Inc. 188, 189 Coach Sutherland mused: "I tried to tell those boys what to expect. They wouldn't take me seriously though. Duquesne looked better than I've seen them play before. They deserved to win, no doubt about that." Duquesne lost their next 2 games to West Virginia Wesleyan (2–0) and Detroit Mercy (14–7), but rebounded with three straight victories to finish the regular season 8–2. They were invited to the Orange Bowl and beat Mississippi State 13–12. The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Duquesne was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisi (left tackle), Bill Glassford (left guard), Henry Adams (center), Dante Dalle Tezze (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Frank Souchak (right end), John Michelosen (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and William Stapulis (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Bernard McNish, Elmer Merchovsky, Walter Raskowski, Don Hensley, Albin Lezouski, Fabian Hoffman, Arnold Greene, John Chickerneo, Robert McClure, Harold Stebbins, John Wood, John Urban, Leo Malarkey and Frank Patrick. Duquesne Pittsburgh collapsed 2 Duquesne 3 78 RushTD George Matsik 72 good Boyd Brumbaugh run/pass good/failed/incomplete 7 0 7 0 Notre Dame Week 5: Notre Dame at Pitt Notre Dame Pitt 0 0 0 0 0 7 6 13 October 24, 1936 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 70,244 clear W. H. Friesell (Princeton) 1936 Notre Dame Fighting Irish football team thumb|left|Official's Badge for Notre Dame game thumb|Ticket stub for October 24 game versus Notre Dame On October 24, the Panthers hosted the undefeated Fighting Irish of Notre Dame. Third-year coach Elmer Layden had his team at 3–0 having beaten Carnegie Tech (21–7), Washington University in St. Louis (14–6) and Wisconsin (27–0).1936 Notre Dame Fighting Irish Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC\work=SR/College Football June 16, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/notre-dame/1936-schedule.html The Irish line was anchored by two All-Americans – guard John Lauter was a first-team UPI choice,George Kirksey United Press Pays Tribute to Pitt Star The Pittsburgh Press November 24, 1936 31 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103808786/united-press-all-america-team/ June 15, 2022 Newspapers.com and end Joe O'Neill was a second team Central Press Association pick.Bill Braucher Playing Captains Pick Top Warriors Beckley Post-Herald Beckley, West Virginia December 5, 1936 8 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103809265/captains-all-american-teams/ June 15, 2022 Newspapers.com The Irish led the all-time series with Pitt 5–3–1.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 156 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/157/mode/1up June 15, 2022 Coach Layden was cautious: "We've been lucky so far this season. Our boys, lacking experience, have made many mistakes. Fortunately, none has cost us heavily and we have been able to win in spite of the errors. Physically, the squad is in good shape."Claire Burcky Panthers and Irish Beset By Troubles The Pittsburgh Press October 23, 1936 47 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103866779/panthers-and-irish-beset-by-troubles/ June 16, 2022 Newspapers.com Sutherland never lost two games in a row as coach of Pitt. His assessment in his weekly column for The Pittsburgh Press was succinct: "I am not sure about just what sort of strength Pittsburgh can muster against Notre Dame. The Irish know our offense pretty well, and we expect to find the going tough."Dr. Jock Sutherland Fordham, Gophers, Trojans should Win The Pittsburgh Press October 23, 1936 48 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103882552/fordham-gophers-trojans-should-win/ June 16, 2022 Newspapers.com Enormous ticket requests caused the Pitt officials to add bleacher seating to increase the capacity of the stadium. 70,244 tickets were sold. Fans were warned to beware of bogus tickets being sold by scalpers.James J. Long Sports Comment Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 24, 1936 11 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103935521/irish-great-magnets/ June 17, 2022 Newspapers.comFake Tickets Out For Stadium Game The Pittsburgh Press October 23, 1936 47 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103936220/beware-fake-tickets-for-notre-dame-game/ June 17, 2022 Newspapers.com70,000 to See Game Pittsburgh Post-Gazette October 24, 1936 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103937503/70000-to-see-game/ June 17, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panthers atoned for their loss to Duquesne by thrashing Notre Dame 26 to 0. Pitt earned 15 first downs and gained 399 yards, while the Irish were held to 4 first downs and 90 yards.Pitt Victory Figures Pittsburgh Sun -Telegraph October 25, 1936 Part 2–3 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103885252/pitt-victory-figures/ June 16, 2022 Newspapers.com This was Notre Dame's worst defeat since 1925 when they lost to Army 27–0. Notre Dame finished the season with a 6–2-1 record. After a scoreless opening period, Sutherland made a few substitutions and the Panther offense sustained a 14-play drive that ended with Bill Stapulis scoring on a 2-yard plunge. Frank Souchak added the point after for a 7–0 Pitt lead at halftime. Pitt added a touchdown in the third quarter on a Stapulis to Fabian Hoffman 45-yard touchdown pass. Bill Daddio missed the extra point, but Pitt led 13 to 0 entering the fourth stanza. Notre Dame then penetrated to the Panther 13-yard line, but turned the ball over on downs and the Panthers gained possession on their 20-yard line. The Panther offense covered the 80 yards in nine plays. The highlights of the drive were Bobby LaRue gaining 40 yards on a reverse, and Notre Dame drawing a 25-yard penalty. Marshall Goldberg scored the touchdown and Souchak added the conversion. The Pitt defense was credited with the final tally as John Wood intercepted an errant Irish pass and dashed 45 yards for the touchdown. Souchak missed the placement and Pitt claimed a 26 to 0 victory.How Panthers Won Play-by-Play Story Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 25, 1936 Part 2–8 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103888578/how-panthers-won/ June 16, 2022 Newspapers.com Sutherland praised his team: "That's the best Pitt has been this season. Our fellows played bang-up, heads-up football all the way. I guess we could have licked almost any club out there this afternoon. Personally I am glad of the way the boys acquitted themselves. But Notre Dame is a coming team. They gave us a battle, but Pitt was on for this game."Jock, Elmer Still Pals Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph October 25, 1936 Part 2–7 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103889256/jock-elmer-still-pals/ June 16, 2022 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the Notre Dame game was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisis (left tackle), William Glassford (left guard), Henry Adams (center), Dante Dalle Tezze (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Fabian Hoffman (right end), John Chickerneo (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and Frank Patrick (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Charles Fleming, Edward Spotovich, George Delich, Elmer Merkovsky, Walter Raskowski, Steve Petro, Albert Walton, Don Hensley, Robert Dannies, Albin Lezouski, George Musulin, Ted Schmidt, Frank Souchak, John Michelosen, Arnold Greene, Robert McClure, Leo Malarkey, John Urban, Joseph Troglione, Harold Stebbins, John Wood, Bill Stapulis and John Dougert.Some Comeback, Eh? The Pittsburgh Press October 25, 1936 Sports 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103933260/pitt-lineup-for-notre-dame/ June 17, 2022 Newspapers.com Notre Dame Pittsburgh collapsed 2 Pittsburgh 14 66 RushTD Bill Stapulis 2 good Frank Souchak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 7 3 Pittsburgh 4 40 RecTD Fabian Hoffman Bill Stapulis 45 no good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 13 4 Pittsburgh 9 80 RushTD Marshall Goldberg 1 good Frank Souchak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 20 4 Pittsburgh 1 45 IntTD John Wood 45 no good Frank Souchak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 26 0 26 At Fordham Week 6: Pitt at Fordham Pitt Fordham 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 October 31, 1936 Polo GroundsNew York, NY 2:00 p.m. 57,000 sunny and warm W. T. Halloran (Providence) 1936 Fordham Rams football team thumb|left|Program for October 31 game versus Fordham For the second week in a row the Panthers faced a head coach who was a member of the Four Horsemen of Notre Dame. Fourth-year coach Jim Crowley's Rams were undefeated (4–0) in preparation for the Panthers. They walloped Franklin & Marshall 66–7 to open the season. Then they beat SMU (7–0), Waynesburg (20–6) and St. Mary's of Calif. (7–6).1936 Fordham Rams Schedule and Results Sports reference LLC SR/College Football June 17, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/fordham/1936-schedule.html Four Rams received All-American mention – center Alex Wojciechowicz, tackle Ed Franco, guard Nathaniel Pierce and halfback Frank Mautte.ESPN College Football Encyclopedia 1169 ESPN Books 2005 1401337031Associated Press Teams Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph December 4, 1936 39 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103941714/associated-press-teams/ June 17, 2022 Newspapers.com2021 Fordham Football Media Guide Fordham University All-Americans 116 June 18, 2022 https://s3.amazonaws.com/sidearm.sites/fordham.sidearmsports.com/documents/2021/9/2/FordFB21.pdf And their line was labeled the Seven Blocks of Granite by Fordham publicist Timothy Cohane.Football Legends Honored with Rose Hill Monument Fordham University Fordham News October 29, 2008 July 5, 2022 https://news.fordham.edu/athletics/football-legends-honored-with-rose-hill-monument-2/ Coach Crowley told The Daily News: "I don't know who will win. We have to worry about two things, stopping Pitt and making ourselves go. I know we have a strong line. It is one of the best I have ever seen. My scouts tell me Pitt has a terrific attack, but don't sell us short. We have a good chance to win and we won't throw it away until the game is over. We expect trouble from Goldberg, but we are not overlooking LaRue, Stapulis, Stebbins and the others." Jock Sutherland countered: "We will be meeting the strongest team we have faced this season. Fordham must have a great defense, but I don't think it can be as good as they say. No team is. We are in good condition for the game and will have no alibi if we lose. I think you New Yorkers have over-publicized Marshall Goldberg. He is a great football player, but not superhuman. We have a good offense, but Duquesne stopped us. I am not optimistic."Hear The Coaches Daily News New York, New York October 31, 1936 -32 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103979933/hear-the-coaches/ June 18, 2022 Newspapers.com For the second year in a row, the Panthers and Rams played to a 0–0 tie. The Daily News reported: "Fordham's famed line held, Marshall Goldberg, shifty Pitt sophomore, was stopped cold, and 55,000 fans looked in vain for a touchdown at the Polo Grounds yesterday...It was an exciting contest featured by fast tackling and great kicking."Jack Smith Ram and Pitt Tie, 0–0 The Daily News New York, New York November 1, 1936 102 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103991469/ram-and-pitt-tie-00/ June 18, 2022 Newspapers.com The first half was a punting duel with Marshall Goldberg's 26-yard gain the only highlight. Early in the third quarter, the Pitt offense gained possession at their 45-yard line. Bobby LaRue gained 4 yards on first down. A Goldberg to Bill Daddio pass play gained a first down. Goldberg gained 5 yards around left end and followed that with a 7-yard gain for a first down on the Fordham 33-yard line. Frank Patrick made 8 yards over center. LaRue made a first down on the 23-yard line. LaRue gained 7 yards to the 16-yard line. Goldberg only mustered 1 yard on two tries. On fourth down Patrick busted through center for a first down on the Fordham 12-yard line. LaRue got three yards over right guard. Goldberg gained a yard on second down. LaRue picked up 4 yards over right tackle. On fourth down LaRue was stopped short by inches and Fordham took over on downs. The Pitt defense held and regained possession on the Fordham 43-yard line. On third down John Urban's pass to John Wood was intercepted by Fordham halfback Joe Woitkoski and the Panthers went home with a 4–1–1 record.Pitt-Fordham Detail Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 1, 1936 Part 2–6 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103994705/pitt-fordham-detail/ June 18, 2022 Newspapers.com Fordham finished their season with a 5–1–2 record. The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Fordham was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisi (left tackle), William Glassford (left guard), Henry Adams (center), Dante Dalle Tezze (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Fabian Hoffman (right end), John Michelosen (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and Bill Stapulis (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Elmer Merkovsky, Albin Lezouski, Don Hensley, Walter Raskowski, George Delich, Frank Souchak, John Chickerneo, Arnold Greene, John Urban, Harold Stebbins, John Wood and Frank Patrick.60 Minutes Wasted The Pittsburgh Press November 1, 1936 Sports 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/103997988/60-minutes-wasted/ June 18, 2022 Newspapers.com Penn State Week 7: Penn State at Pitt Penn State Pitt 0 0 7 0 7 0 7 20 November 7, 1936 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 15,692 clear and chilly Russell Goodwin (W. & J.) 1936 Penn State Nittany Lions football team thumb|left|Program for November 7 game versus Penn State thumb|Ticket stub for November 7 game versus Penn State On November 7, Penn State coach Bob Higgins brought his Nittany Lions to Pitt Stadium to try to end their 13-game winless streak against the Panthers. The all-time series stood at 21–12–2 in Pitt's favor.Record Book Pitt Football 2005 2005 University of Pittsburgh 157 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735051647059/viewer#page/158/mode/1up June 19, 2022 The Lions were 2–3 on the season. They beat Muhlenberg (45–0) in their opener, but then lost 3 straight games to Villanova (13–0), Lehigh (7–6) and Cornell (13–7), before beating Syracuse (18–0).1936 Penn State Nittany Lions Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 19, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/penn-state/1936-schedule.html Coach Sutherland wrote in The Pittsburgh Press: "I'm afraid Penn State doesn't look as dangerous to Pitt as it did a month ago. Still, this is the game for the Lions, and we have to guard against the situation that prevailed in the game with Duquesne."Dr. Jock Sutherland Tulane, Rams, Irish, Trojans, Huskies! The Pittsburgh Press November 6, 1936 57 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104102076/tulane-rams-irish-trojans-huskies/ June 20, 2022 Newspapers.com The Pitt Panthers and coach Sutherland extended their mastery over the Nittany Lions by a score of 34–7. Pitt scored the second time it gained possession in the first period. Bill Daddio recovered a fumble on the Penn State 25-yard line. On third down Marshall Goldberg completed a 26-yard touchdown pass to Harold Stebbins. Daddio converted the extra point and Pitt led 7–0. In the second quarter the Panthers fumbled away two scoring opportunities. The State pass defense then thwarted two more Pitt drives before halftime. In the second half Penn State punted and Pitt had possession on their own 20-yard line. A 10-play drive ended with Frank Patrick scoring from the one. Daddio added the point and Pitt led 14–0. Sutherland then made many substitutions and the State offense took advantage. They returned the kick-off to their 35-yard line. Eight rushing plays advanced the ball to the Pitt 46-yard line. A double lateral from Harry Harrison to Wendell Wear gained 33 yards to the Pitt 13-yard line. Harrison fooled the Pitt defense by loitering near the sideline as his team hurriedly lined up. Wear threw him a quick pass and Penn State had a touchdown. Joe Metro added the point and the lead was cut in half. The miffed Pitt Panthers proceeded to score 3 touchdowns in the final quarter. Stebbins scored from the 3-yard line, Johnny Wood raced 48 yards for his score and John Urban finished the onslaught with a 44-yard gallop. Forty-four Panthers saw playing time.Chester L. Smith Pitt's Last Quarter Drive Crushes Penn State, 34–7 The Pittsburgh Press November 8, 1936 Sports 4 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104109091/pitt-crushes-penn-state-34-to-7/ June 20, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panthers gained 457 yards and earned 15 first downs. Penn State garnered 208 yards and 8 first downs.Statistics of Game Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 8, 1936 Part 2–6 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104110364/statistics-of-game/ June 20, 2022 Newspapers.com Penn State finished the season with a 3–5 record. The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Penn State was Bill Daddio (left end), Elmer Merkovsky (left tackle), Walter Raskowski (left guard), Don Hensley (center), Albin Lezouski (right guard), George Delich (right tackle), Fabian Hoffman (right end), John Chickerneo (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Harold Stebbins (right halfback) and Frank Patrick (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pittsburgh were Charles Fleming, Frank Souchak, Edward Spotovich, Joe Morrow, Walter Miller, Ben Kopec, Averell Daniell, Tony Matisi, Ben Asavitch, Robert Daufenbach, George Musulin, Alfred Berger, Steve Petro, Dante Dalle Tezze, Luther Richards, Albert Walton, George Yocos, Henry Adams, Robert Dannies, Willard Curry, Cleon Linderman, John Michelosen, Arnold Greene, James Kosinski, Bob McClure, Howard Jackman, John Urban, Leo Malarkey, John Wood, Joseph Troglione, Charles Shea, Bill Stapulis, and John Dougert.Some Finish! Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 8, 1936 Part 2-1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104112028/some-finish/ June 20, 2022 Newspapers.com Penn State Pittsburgh collapsed 1 Pittsburgh 3 25 RecTD Harold Stebbins Marshall Goldberg 26 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 7 3 Pittsburgh 12 80 RushTD Frank Patrick 1 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 14 3 Penn State 10 65 RecTD Harry Harrison Wendell Wear 13 good Joe Metro run/pass good/failed/incomplete 7 14 4 Pittsburgh 8 71 RushTD Harold Stebbins 3 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 7 21 4 Pittsburgh RushTD John Wood 48 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 7 28 4 Pittsburgh RushTD John Urban 44 no good Arnold Greene run/pass good/failed/incomplete 7 34 7 34 At Nebraska Week 8: Pitt at Nebraska Pitt Nebraska 0 12 0 7 0 6 0 0 November 14, 1936 Memorial StadiumLincoln, NE 2:00 p.m. 36,000 clear and dry H. G. Hedges (Dartmouth) 1936 Nebraska Cornhuskers football team thumb|left|Program for November 14 game versus Nebraska thumb|Ticket stub for November 14 game versus Nebraska The final road game of the season matched the Panthers against Dana X. Bible's Cornhuskers in Lincoln, Nebraska. The Huskers were 5–1 and already assured of at least a tie for the Big 6 Conference title.Walter E. Dobbins Whole State Takes Time Out This Week to Think About Pitt Nebraska State Journal Lincoln, Nebraska November 9, 1936 5 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104176939/time-out-to-think-about-pitt/ June 21, 2022 Newspapers.com Their only blemish was a 7–0 loss to Minnesota.1936 Nebraska Cornhuskers Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 21, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/nebraska/1936-schedule.html Fullback Sam Francis was a consensus All-American and the first player taken in the 1937 NFL draft.1937 NFL Draft Pro Football Archives https://www.profootballarchives.com/1937nfldraft.html June 21, 2022 Coach Bible decided to practice behind closed gates and stated: "It's our big chance and we want to leave no stone unturned getting ready for the Panthers. We have been saving a few things for Pitt and Monday will add another play or two." Pitt led the series 6–1–3. Nebraska won the initial contest in 1921. Pitt had not lost to the Huskers since, but the three ties, all scoreless, (1928, 1930 and 1932) were played in Lincoln. John Bentley of The Nebraska State Journal wrote that the Cornhuskers were the betting favorite because "(1) Pitt is playing on the Husker's home playground. (2) Nebraska is in better shape physically than the Panthers, Bill Stapulis, fullback, being left at home and Bill Glassford, regular guard, limping badly. (3) Nebraska is improved more than Pitt since they met the last time in Pittsburgh when the Panthers pulled out a 6 to 0 decision. (4) There is a feeling of general confidence in the Husker team."John Bentley Headline Game of Nation Will Attract 35,000 Nebraska State Journal Lincoln, Nebraska November 14, 1936 13 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104235010/headline-game-of-nation-will-attract-35/ June 22, 2022 Newspapers.com Wednesday night (November 11) the Panthers boarded the train and headed west for Chicago. They arrived on Thursday morning and worked out on Stagg Field at the University of Chicago before boarding the train for Nebraska. The Panthers housed at the Blackstone Hotel in Omaha.Chester L. Smith Panthers in Chicago En Route to Nebraska The Pittsburgh Press November 12, 1936 32 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104236353/panthers-in-chicago-en-route-to-nebraska/ June 22, 2022 Newspapers.com On Friday, they held practice on the parade ground at Fort Crook, a U. S. Army post. On Saturday morning the squad rode the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy train into Lincoln.Jess Carver Back's Loss Break for Nebraska Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 13, 1936 48 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104237966/backs-loss-a-break-for-nebraska/ June 22, 2022 Newspapers.com Sutherland "said his squad was in good condition and ready for a terrific battle." He added: "We know we will be in a great battle, for we consider Nebraska to be the greatest team in the country."Panthers Stop in Chicago To Limber Up Nebraska State Journal Lincoln, Nebraska November 13, 1936 16 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104239575/panthers-stop-in-chicago-to-limber-up-on/ June 22, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panthers vaulted back into Rose Bowl contention with a dominating 19 to 6 victory. Pitt's offensive power earned 22 first downs to Nebraska's 6, and gained 267 yards rushing to 113 for the Huskers. Pitt completed 5 of 7 passes for an additional 77 yards.Jess Carver Panthers Trim Huskers, 19 to 6 Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 15, 1936 Part 2-2 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104292762/panthers-trim-huskers-19-to-6/ June 23, 2022 Newspapers.com After a scoreless first quarter, the Panthers' Bill Daddio missed a field goal attempt on the first play of the second period. An exchange of punts allowed Nebraska to gain possession on the Panther 35-yard line. Sam Francis and Lloyd Cardwell rushed the ball to the 23-yard line for a first down. On second down, from the 21-yard line, Francis completed a touchdown pass to Cardwell over three Pitt defenders. The conversion attempt was low and the Huskers led 6 to 0. The Panthers offense awakened with less than four minutes to play in the half. A poor punt gave Pitt possession on the Husker 44-yard line. Arnold Greene found John Urban over the middle for a completion of 30 yards to the 14-yard line. Three plays later Greene, converted from quarterback to fullback for this game, bulled into the end zone from the 1-yard line to tie the score. Bill Daddio missed the extra point. Daddio kicked off, raced downfield and tackled Husker quarterback John Howell. Howell fumbled and Tony Matisi recovered for Pitt on the Husker 30-yard line. On first down Johnny Wood completed a 19 yard pass to Daddio on the Nebraska 11. A pass from Greene to John Michelosen put the ball on the 7-yard line. Urban raced around left end into the end zone as time expired in the first half. Daddio missed the placement and Pitt led 12 to 6. In the final period Nebraska blocked a 10-yard field goal attempt by Frank Souchak. Nebraska, with first down on their own 20-yard line, fumbled, and Leo Markovsky recovered for the Panthers on the 14-yard line. Four plays later Greene scored the second touchdown of his Pitt career and Souchak kicked the ball between the uprights to make the final score 19 to 6.Chester L. Smith Pitt's Football Powerhouse Rolls Up 19 to 6 Victory Over Nebraska Eleven The Pittsburgh Press November 15, 1936 Sports 4 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104293660/pitt-beats-the-cornhuskers-19-to-6/ June 23, 2022 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Nebraska was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisi (left tackle), Walter Raskowski (left guard), Henry Adams (center), Dante Dalle Tezze (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Fabian Hoffman (right end), John Michelosen (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and Frank Patrick (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Charles Fleming, Elmer Merkovsky, Steve Petro, Don Hensley, Albin Lezouski, Frank Souchak, John Chickerneo, Harold Stebbins, John Wood, John Urban and Arnold Greene.Panther Fury! Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 15, 1936 Part 2-1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104298584/panther-fury/ June 23, 2022 Newspapers.com Pittsburgh Nebraska collapsed 2 Nebraska 4 35 RecTD Lloyd Cardwell Sam Francis 21 no good Sam Francis run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 6 2 Pittsburgh 5 44 RushTD Arnold Greene 1 no good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 6 6 2 Pittsburgh 3 30 RushTD John Urban 7 no good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 12 6 4 Pittsburgh 4 12 RushTD Arnold Greene 3 good Frank Souchak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 19 6 19 6 Carnegie Tech Week 9: Carnegie Tech at Pitt Carnegie Tech Pitt 0 7 7 0 3 14 7 7 November 26, 1936 Pitt Stadium Pittsburgh, PA 2:00 p.m. 40,000 windy and snow flurries C. M. Waters (Williams) 1936 Carnegie Tech Tartans football team thumb|left|Program for November 26 game versus Carnegie Tech thumb|Ticket stub for November 26 game versus Carnegie Tech The final game of the regular season with Carnegie Tech was the last time that Pitt and Tech met on Thanksgiving Day.Lester Biederman Pitt Big Favorite But Hard Luck Tartans Hope for Surprise Tomorrow The Pittsburgh Press November 25, 1936 18 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104465611/pitt-big-favorite-over-tartans/ June 26, 2022 Newspapers.com Howard Harpster's Tartans were 2–5 on the season.1936 Carnegie Mellon Tartans Schedule and Results Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 25, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/schools/carnegie-mellon/1936-schedule.html The game had no bearing on the City Championship, since both teams lost to Duquesne. Pitt led the series 17–4–1. This was Howard Harpster's last game as Tech coach and he left with a 4 year record of 12–19–3.Howard Harpster Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football June 26, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/coaches/howard-harpster-1.html Tech tackle Joe Slaminko injured his leg in the previous game and was replaced by Wayne Yeknich, otherwise, the Tartans were at full strength for the Panthers.Lester Biederman Both Await Postseason Bids, Tartan Tackle Out of Clash With Panthers The Pittsburgh Press November 24, 1936 30 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104465125/tartan-tackle-out-of-clash-with-panthers/ June 26, 2022 Newspapers.com Ten Panthers suited up for their final home game – starters Bobby LaRue, Averill Daniell and Bill Glassford, along with able substitutes – Leo Malarkey, John Wood, Arnold Greene, John Dougert, Bob McClure, Joe Troglione and Cleon Linderman. Since the Panthers were held to a scoreless tie in the 1935 game by a 2–5 Tartan squad, and the Panthers still held hope for a Rose Bowl invitation, Sutherland started his strongest eleven. Bill Glassford was back at left guard and John Michelosen started at quarterback. The Panthers beat Carnegie Tech 31–14. Pitt built a 17–0 cushion in the first quarter and a half, but the Tartans countered with two touchdowns of their own to cut the lead to 17–14 in the third period. Then two touchdowns by Marshall Goldberg iced the game for the Panthers. Tech received the opening kick-off and their offense advanced the ball to the Panther 17-yard line where they missed a field goal. The Panther offense then drove deep into Tartan territory and Bill Daddio converted a 23-yard field goal for a 3–0 lead. Early in the second period Goldberg raced around right end for a 42-yard touchdown run. Daddio converted the extra point. Later in the first half Pitt recovered a fumble on their own 38-yard line. On second down Arnold Greene carried the ball 53-yards to the Tartan 9-yard line. Bobby LaRue scored three plays later. Daddio's extra point was good and Pitt led 17–0. Just before halftime, Ray Carnelly, Tech quarterback, recovered a Frank Patrick fumble on the Panther 26-yard line. Halfback Jerry Matelan needed two rushing plays to score. Nestor Henrion added the point after to cut the lead to 17–7 at the break. Tech added a second touchdown on their first possession of the second half. They covered 56-yards in 5 plays. A 43-yard touchdown pass from Matelan to John Keller and conversion by Coleman Kopcsak made the score 17–14. Bobby LaRue fielded the ensuing kick-off and lateraled to Goldberg, who raced 87-yards for his second touchdown of the afternoon. Daddio added the extra point and Pitt led 24–14. In the last quarter Matelan fumbled a punt and Pitt substitute tackle George Delich recovered on the Tartan 17-yard line. Four rushing plays earned a first down on the 6-yard line. Then Goldberg went through left tackle for his third touchdown. Daddio converted and Pitt won 31–14.Jack Sell Goldberg Stars in Pitt Victory Pittsburgh Post-Gazette November 27, 1936 18 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104533995/goldberg-stars-in-pitt-victory/ June 27, 2022 Newspapers.comLester Biederman Pitt Defeats Carnegie, 31–14 The Pittsburgh Press November 27, 1936 48 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104534488/pitt-defeats-carnegie-3114/ June 27, 2022 Newspapers.com Coach Sutherland told the Post-Gazette: "We worked very hard for this game and we managed to get 'up' very high. The boys realized they were in for a battle. You know, when Tech meets Pitt you have to be set for anything......What helped us yesterday, I think was the chance that Pitt might end up at the bottom of the pile in the city championship situation. It enabled them to be keyed up properly for the strong offense that the Tech men threw against them."Havey Boyle Goldberg Amazes Steffen; Sutherland Praises Tech Pittsburgh Post-Gazette November 27, 1936 16 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104538673/sutherland-praises-tech/ June 27, 2022 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the game against Carnegie Tech was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisi (left tackle), Bill Glassford (left guard), Henry Adams (center), Dante Dalle Tezze (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Fabian Hoffman (right end), John Michelosen (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and Frank Patrick (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Charles Fleming, Elmer Markovsky, Walter Raskowski, Steve Petro, Don Hensley, Cleon Linderman, Albin Lezouski, George Delich, Ted Schmidt, Frank Souchak, John Chickerneo, Robert McClure, John Urban, Joseph Troglione, Harold Stebbins, John Wood, Arnold Greene and John Dougert.Too Much Biggie Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph November 27, 1936 37 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104535941/too-much-biggie/ June 27, 2022 Newspapers.com Carnegie Tech Pittsburgh collapsed 1 Pittsburgh 55 FG 23 Bill Daddio 0 3 2 Pittsburgh 6 65 RushTD Marshall Goldberg 42 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 10 2 Pittsburgh 5 63 RushTD Bobby LaRue 3 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 0 17 2 Carnegie Tech 2 26 RushTD Jerry Matelan 7 good Nestor Henrion run/pass good/failed/incomplete 7 17 3 Carnegie Tech 5 56 RecTD John Keller Jerry Matelan 46 good Coleman Kopcsak run/pass good/failed/incomplete 14 17 4 Pittsburgh 1 87 KickTD Marshall Goldberg 87 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 14 24 4 Pittsburgh 5 17 RushTD Marshall Goldberg 6 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 14 31 14 31 Vs. Washington (Rose Bowl) 1936 Washington Huskies football team 1937 Rose Bowl Week 10: Pitt versus Washington Pitt Washington 7 0 7 7 0 0 0 0 January 1, 1937 Rose Bowl Pasadena, CA 2:15 p.m. 87,935 sunny and cool Bob Morris (Seattle) thumb|left|1937 Rose Bowl football program thumb|left|1937 "Outlaw" Rose Bowl program thumb|1937 Rose Bowl football ticket order form thumb|1937 Rose Bowl ticket stub While the Panthers were defeating the Tartans on Thanksgiving Day, the Washington Huskies trounced the Washington State Cougars to secure the top spot in the Pacific Coast Conference. The Huskies, led by coach Jim Phelan, were 7–1–1 on the season. They lost to Minnesota in their home opener and were later tied by Stanford. By virtue of their victory over the Cougars, Washington was designated the west representative for the 1937 Rose Bowl, and they were allowed to choose their opponent. Alabama, Dartmouth, Pitt and LSU were under consideration. Ray Eckmann, Washington athletic director, told The Seattle Star: "We want the best team we can get. Jim Phelan and the boys say they want to meet the best one we can get and that goes. We are going to give careful consideration and then issue our invitation."Washington Bid To Bowl On Way The Seattle Star Seattle, Washington November 27, 1936 8 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104588197/washington-bid-to-bowl-on-way/ June 28, 2022 Newspapers.com On December 4 the Washington Huskies Athletic Department invited the Pitt Panthers to be their New Year's Day opponent in Pasadena for the 1937 Tournament of Roses football game. Ray Eckmann told The Star: "Our intent has been to choose the team which is representative of the best in eastern football. Many sections have turned out splendid teams this year, any one of which might have made an acceptable opponent. Yet the unusually strong schedule which confronted Pittsburgh and the outstanding record it made, ending the season with a definite display of superiority, makes it the logical opponent to represent the east in this game. The further fact, that this week 10 of New York City's sports writers chose Pittsburgh as the winner of the Lambert Memorial Trophy...has confirmed our judgement."Cliff Harrison Champion of East Named For Classic The Seattle Star Seattle, Washington December 4, 1936 10 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104590390/champion-of-east-named-for-classic/ June 28, 2022 Newspapers.com The choice of Pitt was not received with universal acclaim. The Post-Gazette reported that Sid Ziff of the Los Angeles Evening Herald-Express wrote: "My regards to the University of Washington. Also my sympathies. How did they ever forget about Louisiana State and Alabama? Washington can have the game. We don't want it." Maxwell Stiles of the Los Angeles Examiner agreed: "And so we'll have to put up with Pittsburgh again in the Rose Bowl? And when we could have had Louisiana State or Alabama. Of all the teams that ever played at Pasadena, Pitt has consistently done the greatest el foldo." Bob Foote of the Pasadena Star-News was more subdued "So it is Pittsburgh – a very strong team – some days. If it lives up to its best, we will have a real football game."Selection Brings Bitter Criticism Over Bowl Record Pittsburgh Post-Gazette December 5, 1936 17 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104709788/selection-brings-bitter-criticism/ June 30, 2022 Newspapers.com On December 14, The Pittsburgh Press reported: "Southern California football fans are so peeved at the selection of the University of Pittsburgh as Washington's opponent in the Rose Bowl game on New Year's Day that they have bought every ticket in the huge stadium. The 'SRO' sign was hung out on the Tournament of Roses ticket office this morning."Sorry, Sir, But We're Sold Out The Pittsburgh Press December 14, 1936 29 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104771545/sorry-sir-but-were-sold-out/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.com The Rose Bowl seats 85,511 fans. Those tickets were sold out one week after they went on sale. 1,685 seats were added to insure a new attendance record.R. C. Samuelson Football Game Will Start at 2:15 Today The Pasadena Post January 1, 1937 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104893259/football-game-will-start-at-215-today/ July 3, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panthers earned a ten-day break after their Thanksgiving Day victory. On December 7, coach Sutherland started preparing the team for the Washington Huskies. On Wednesday evening, December 16 (more than a week earlier than their previous Rose Bowl trips), the Pitt entourage (sixty-strong) departed for the west. The special train transporting the Panthers had "two club and lounge cars, a car which is equipped as a gymnasium with punching bags, rowing machines and a ping pong table, diner and regular Pullmans." In Chicago, the train switched to the Santa Fe line and made short stops in Kansas City, Missouri, where more than 1,000 fans greeted them at the station, and Marceline, Missouri, where the high school football coach and his squad hopped aboard the train for some quick handshakes. On Friday morning the Panthers arrived in Albuquerque, New Mexico. After a short sight-seeing tour and lunch, they worked out on the University of New Mexico football field. Lobo Coach Gwinn Henry and hundreds of New Mexicans observed the practice that ended with a 20-minute touchball game. On Friday evening the team was back on the train and on Saturday afternoon they arrived in San Bernardino, California.Herky Students Cheer, Team Departs, Band Waits The Pitt News 28 37 December 16, 1936 1 https://documenting.pitt.edu/islandora/object/pitt%3A31735062151752/viewer#page/1/mode/1up July 1, 2022Albuquerque Watches Panthers in Workout The Pittsburgh Press December 18, 1936 56 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104763564/albuquerque-watches-panthers-in-workout/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.com The team was taken to the Arrowhead Springs Hotel and immediately suited up for two hours of practice on the Perris Hill Park (Pittsburgh Pirates spring baseball camp site). Coach Sutherland stated: "We're going to work our heads off for a week, then we will begin to taper off....I have never brought a team to the Coast that seemed to be in such excellent spirits and as fit as this one."Chester L. Smith Team is Kept on Field For 2-Hour Drill The Pittsburgh Press December 20, 1936 Sports 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104764086/team-is-kept-on-field-for-2-hour-drill/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.com On December 30, after another 2-hour workout, the Panthers entourage bused to the Huntington Hotel in Pasadena. An afternoon workout on the Rose Bowl field was scheduled for the following day. The only snafu was regarding which team would wear the white jerseys in the Bowl game. Since the Panthers only brought their blue jerseys, both teams sported their colors, so the fans were treated to the blue team against the purple team.Bill Henry Wet Weather to Hamper Both Elevens Los Angeles Times December 31, 1936 9, 11-Part II https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104769399/wet-weather-to-hamper-both-elevens/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.comRube Samuelson Sports Volleys The Pasadena Post Pasadena, California January 1, 1937 6 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104775164/sport-volleys/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.com Grantland Rice spoke to both coaches: "Jock Sutherland told me: "Our last two showings out here have been terrible. I'll admit this. But I think I have a team that is ready to go. I have one of the best teams I have ever coached – but many of them are sophomores....It is the youngest team I have ever had for a big game. They can be great – or just fair. I don't know what they will be." Phelen countered: "We are out to win this game. Pitt has never won in the Rose Bowl, but neither have we. I haven't the reserve power Pittsburgh has, but I think I have a better first team...I know Pittsburgh is keyed up, but so are we. That means a rough, hard game played to the limit. That suits us."Grantland Rice The Sportlight Pittsburgh Post-Gazette January 1, 1937 38 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104773577/the-sportlight/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.com Bill Henry of The Los Angeles Times reported: "When Pittsburgh's peevish Panthers, stung to a burning fury by uncomplimentary local comments, trounced Washington, 21 to 0, before 87,196 Rose Bowl occupants yesterday they challenged the time-honored axiom which tells us that hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. The Pitts were plenty furious."Bill Henry Washington's Defeat Seen By 87,000 Los Angeles Times January 2, 1936 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104790205/washingtons-defeat-seen-by-87000/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.com The Panthers second possession started on their own 45-yard line. An 18-yard dash by Goldberg followed by a 25-yard LaRue run through center advanced the ball to the 10-yard line. The eight-play drive ended with a Frank Patrick 1-yard dive into the end zone. Bill Daddio converted the extra point and Pitt led 7 to 0. In the second quarter, the Panther offense advanced the ball to the Husky 34-yard line, but turned the ball over on an interception. The Huskies engineered a drive to the Panther 19-yard line, where the Panther defense took the ball on downs. At the start of the third period Marshall Goldberg fumbled and Washington recovered on the Pitt 29-yard line. Pitt regained possession on the next play when Don Hensley intercepted a pass on the 25-yard line . The Panther offense needed seven plays to score. Frank Patrick went over guard from the 3-yard line and Bill Daddio added the placement. The Washington offense tried to pass their way into the scoring column but to no avail. In the final stanza Bill Daddio picked off an errant lateral from Husky halfback Byron Haines and scampered 71 yards for the final touchdown. He then converted his third extra point and Pitt won their first and final Rose Bowl 21 to 0.Play-By-Play Story of Pitt Victory Over Huskies in Rose Bowl Los Angeles Times January 2, 1936 14-Part II https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104792982/play-by-play-1937-rose-bowl/ July 1, 2022 Newspapers.com Coach Sutherland told The Pasadena Post: "The team was right and I had no worry about the game after the second time we had the ball. It takes more than ability to win a ball game at times and the boys never forgot the remarks made by Los Angeles sports writers after Pittsburgh was selected."Spud Corliss Washington Great: Pitt The Pasadena Post January 2, 1937 7 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104815031/washington-great-pitt/ July 2, 2022 Newspapers.com Washington coach Phelan agreed with Sutherland: "The newspapers that ridiculed the Panthers when they were picked for the game made the Pitt team mad. They made Jock Sutherland mad. But all they did for me was to stop my boys from pointing toward a tough football contest. Pittsburgh was hot, smart, and had too many reverses."Sport Scribes Blamed By Phelan The Pasadena Post January 2, 1937 6 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104815510/sport-scribes-blamed-by-phelan/ July 2, 2022 Newspapers.com The Pitt starting lineup for the Rose Bowl game was Bill Daddio (left end), Tony Matisis (left tackle), Bill Glassford (left guard), Don Hensley (center), Steve Petro (right guard), Averell Daniell (right tackle), Fabian Hoffman (right end), John Micholsen (quarterback), Marshall Goldberg (left halfback), Bobby LaRue (right halfback) and Frank Patrick (fullback). Substitutes appearing in the game for Pitt were Frank Souchak, Edward Spotovich, George Delich, Albin Lezouski, Elmer Merkovski, Walter Raskowski, Dante Dalle Tezze, Henry Adams, Robert Dannies, John Chickerneo, Harold Stebbins, John Urban, Leo Malarkey, John Wood, Bill Stapulis and Arnold Greene.The Proof is Here The Pittsburgh Press January 2, 1937 8 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104816529/the-proof-is-here/ July 2, 2022 Newspapers.com Pittsburgh Washington collapsed 1 Pittsburgh 8 55 RushTD Frank Patrick 1 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 7 0 3 Pittsburgh 7 75 RushTD Frank Patrick 3 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 14 0 4 Pittsburgh 1 65 IntTD Bill Daddio 65 good Bill Daddio run/pass good/failed/incomplete 21 0 21 0 Individual scoring summary 1936 Pittsburgh Panthers scoring summaryPittsburgh Panthers Player Touchdowns Extra points Field goals Safety Points Marshall Goldberg600036 Frank Patrick430027 John Wood400024 Harold Stebbins400024 Leo Malarkey400024 William Daddio1101019 Robert LaRue200012 Fabian Hoffmann200012 Arnold Greene200012 John Urban200012 William Stapulis10006 Tony Matisi10006 Frank Souchak06006 Charles Fleming03003 Averell Daniell01001 Totals332310224 Postseason On December 1, the Panthers were awarded the initial August V. Lambert Memorial Trophy for having the best football team in the east. The trophy, awarded by a committee of New York sportswriters, was a gold football mounted on a base surrounded by smaller footballs. The award was presented by Henry L. and Victor A. Lambert in memory of their father.Get Lambert Award Pittsburgh Sun-Telegraph December 1, 1936 26 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/104594374/get-lambert-award/ June 28, 2022 Newspapers.com Pitt was ranked third in the final week of the first Associated Press football poll.1936 College Football Polls Sports Reference LLC SR/College Football August 13, 2022 https://www.sports-reference.com/cfb/years/1936-polls.html On February 22, Joe Williams of the New York World Telegram broke a story that started the downfall of the Pitt football dynasty of the 30's. At the Rose Bowl, Coach Sutherland asked the athletic director, Don Harrison, for extra spending money for his squad. The players were upset that the Washington Huskies received $100 for expenses and new suits to wear to the bowl reception. Harrison refused to comply and words were exchanged. Mr. Harrison's final retort was: "I made you, and now I'm going to break you." Coach Sutherland ended up giving the players money from his own pocket. The feud continued, but was not made public until Mr. Williams' article.Joe Williams Difference With Director Started After Rose Bowl Game, Joe Williams Says The Pittsburgh Press February 22, 1937 24 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105223488/sutherland-in-feud-with-harrison/ July 8, 2022 Newspapers.comDavid Finoli When Pitt Ruled The Gridiron 2015 978-0-7864-9426-2 McFarland & Company, Inc. 217 One month later Mr. Harrison's resignation was accepted at a special meeting of the athletic council.Les Biederman Sutherland Assumes Full Grid Command The Pittsburgh Press March 20, 1937 Sports 1 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105224681/sutherland-assumes-full-grid-command/ July 8, 2022 Newspapers.com All-Americans Averell Daniell (tackle) – First team United Press;George Kirksey United Press Pays Tribute to Pitt Star The Pittsburgh Press November 24, 1936 31 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105603514/united-press-pays-tribute-to-pitt-star/ July 14, 2022 Newspapers.com First team Collier's Weekly;It's Daniell Again, Pitt Tackle on Collier Team The Pittsburgh Press December 11, 1936 59 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105603972/daniell-1936-colliers-weekly-all-ameri/ July 14, 2022 Newspapers.com First team Associated Press;Associated Press All-America Pittsburgh Post-Gazette December 5, 1936 16 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105605331/associated-press-all-america/ July 14, 2022 Newspapers.com First team Newspaper Enterprise Association;NEA Picks Football's Finest of 1936 Abilene Daily Reporter Abilene, Texas November 24, 1936 2 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105607362/nea-picks-footballs-finest-of-1936/ July 14, 2022 Newspapers.com First team Central PressBill Braucher Playing Captains Pick Top Warriors Beckley Post-Herald Beckley, West Virginia December 5, 1936 8 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/105606571/captains-all-american-teams/ July 14, 2022 Newspapers.com William Glassford (guard) – First team International News Service;Widseth Only Big 10 Man To Rate The Hammond (IN) Times Davis J. Walsh December 1, 1936 11 https://www.newspapers.com/clip/14178237/widseth_only_big_10_man_to_rate/ July 14, 2022 Newspapers.com Second team Central Press; Third team Associated Press William Daddio (end) – Third team Associated Press; Third team United Press *Bold - Consensus All-American National championship The 1936 team was selected or recognized as a national champion by multiple selectors which are recognized as "major" (i.e. national in scope) in the official NCAA football records book,http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/stats/football_records/2012/fbs.pdf The National Collegiate Athletic Association 2012 NCAA Football Records 2012 69–72 March 4, 2013 by College Football Data Warehouse,http://www.cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/national_championships/yearly_results.php?year=1936 College Football Data Warehouse 1936 National Championships March 4, 2013 dead https://web.archive.org/web/20121115002611/http://cfbdatawarehouse.com/data/national_championships/yearly_results.php?year=1936 November 15, 2012 and according to a Sports Illustrated studyJenkins Dan This Year The Fight Will Be In The Open Sports Illustrated September 11, 1967 30–33 27 11 Time, Inc. Chicago, IL https://vault.si.com/vault/1967/09/11/this-year-the-fight-will-be-in-the-open/ https://archive.today/20120716150712/http://vault.sportsillustrated.cnn.com/vault/article/magazine/MAG1080269/index.htm dead July 16, 2012 March 4, 2013 that has served as the historical basis of the university's historical national championship claims since its original publication. Borghetti E.J. Nestor Mendy Welsh Celeste 2008 Pitt Football Media Guide University of Pittsburgh 2008 Pittsburgh, PA 156 http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/pitt/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2008FBMediaGuide.pdf July 7, 2010 May 23, 2011 https://web.archive.org/web/20110523130245/http://grfx.cstv.com/photos/schools/pitt/sports/m-footbl/auto_pdf/2008FBMediaGuide.pdf dead The following selectors named Pitt the 1936 National Champion: 1st-N-Goal Angelo Louisa Boand System* Bob Kirlin College Football Researchers Association* Earl Jessen Esso Gas Houlgate System* Jim Koger Loren Maxwell Patrick Premo * A "major" selector that was "national scope" according to the official NCAA football records book. Team players drafted into the NFL 2 Pittsburgh Panthers Player Position Round Pick NFL club Averell Daniell Tackle219 Green Bay PackersBobby LaRue Back3 30 Cleveland RamsBill Glassford Guard437 Detroit Lions https://www.pro-football-reference.com/draft/1937.htm Reference at www.pro-football-reference.com Pro-Football-Reference.com March 28, 2018 November 19, 2010 https://web.archive.org/web/20101119185018/http://www.pro-football-reference.com/draft/1937.htm dead References Pittsburgh Category:Pittsburgh Panthers football seasons Category:College football national champions Category:Lambert-Meadowlands Trophy seasons Category:Rose Bowl champion seasons Pittsburgh Panthers football Category:1930s in Pittsburgh