Fritz Pollard - Class of 2005

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Fritz Pollard, an All-America halfback with Brown University, led his team to the Rose Bowl following the 1915 season.

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Pollard enrolled at Brown University in 1915, in which he was one of only two Aftrican American students.

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When he turned pro in 1919, Pollard joined the Akron Pros and led his team to the league's first championship in 1920.

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Although highly regarded for his running abilities, Pollard was also an exceptional passer.

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Following the 1921 season Pollard accepted the role of player/coach thus becoming first African-American head coach in the league.

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Pollard quickly established himself as one of the premier runners of the 1920's and was feared by his opponents.

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Pollard (<i>right</i>) with his brother Luther (<i>left</i>) and son Fritz Jr. (<i>middle</i>).

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Fritz speaks at an event attended by Richard M. Nixon.

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This poster highlights many of the career accomplishments of Fritz Pollard.

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In 1954 the College Football Hall of Fame recognized Fritz Pollard for his achievements at Brown University.

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This game program is from a 1936 contest between the Brown Bombers of New York city, coached by Fritz Pollard, and the Providence Steam Roller.

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Fritz Pollard's Hall of Fame bust.