First Football Victory (Intercollegiate)

The 1892 opening game against Maryville College was won by UT 25-0. Albert B. Wegener (who received his degree in 1896) scored the first touchdown. A reported 250 fans attended.

  • Written by Betsey B. Creekmore

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  • Title First Football Victory (Intercollegiate)
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  • Keywords First Football Victory (Intercollegiate)
  • Website Name Volopedia
  • Publisher University of Tennessee Libraries
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  • Access Date January 3, 2026
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  • Date of Last Update October 7, 2018