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Haverford–Swarthmore rivalry

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Haverford–Swarthmore rivalry
SportFootball
First meeting1879
Latest meeting1971
TrophyHood Trophy

The Haverford–Swarthmore rivalry is a rivalry between the Haverford Fords and Swarthmore Garnet Tide. It used to include college football.[1][2] In other sports they are both members of the Centennial Conference. The 1894 football game between Haverford and Swarthmore claims to have the first "action shot" photograph of a college football game.[3] The winner of the contest was awarded the Hood Trophy.[4] The two universities are in the same state of Pennsylvania.

References

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  1. ^ "HAVERFORD IS VICTORIOUS.; Conquers Its Ancient Rival, Swarthmore, by 10 to 7". The New York Times. November 26, 1916.
  2. ^ "Long lost football team recalled by its star lineman". Talker of the Town. April 17, 2021. Retrieved February 23, 2024.
  3. ^ "Haverford Vs. Swarthmore 1894 - First Known Action Shot Of A College Football Game". June 29, 2021.
  4. ^ "Hood Trophy" – via www.haverfordathletics.com.