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Springfield Acorns

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Springfield Acorns
Founded1963
Folded1964
LeagueAtlantic Coast Football League
Based inSpringfield, Massachusetts
ArenaPynchon Park
OwnerAcorn Sports Association
Championships0
Division titles1963

The Springfield Acorns were a minor league American football team based in Springfield, Massachusetts. They began play in the Atlantic Coast Football League in 1963.[1] The Acorns played their homes games in Pynchon Park. Following the 1964 season, the Acorns relocated to Norfolk, Virginia and became the Neptunes.

Season-by-season

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Year W L T Finish Coach Ref.
1963 7 5 0 1st, Northern Division
Lost in ACFL Championship
Harry Leonardi [2]
1964 9 5 0 2nd, Northern Division Harry Leonardi
Tommy O'Connell
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Notable players

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References

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  1. ^ AC (8 November 2015). "Springfield Acorns, Atlantic Coast Football League".
  2. ^ "1963 Springfield Acorns - The Pro Football Archives". www.profootballarchives.com.
  3. ^ "1964 Springfield Acorns - The Pro Football Archives". www.profootballarchives.com.