Dayton Miamisburg native who played in first ever NFL game honored Saturday
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MIAMISBURG, Ohio (WDTN) — Community members in Miamisburg came together on Saturday to honor the legacy of the man who scored the first-ever point-after in an NFL game.
George “Hobby” Kinderdine did a lot in his life, but one of the most notable was participating in the first ever NFL game — then named the American Professional Football Association.
On Oct. 3, 1920, the Dayton Triangles defeated the Columbus Panhandles 14-0 at Triangle Park. Over 5,000 people came to watch the game, for the ticket price of just $1.75.
And Kinderdine, kicker for the Triangles, was there to score the first ever extra point after a touchdown.
To honor Kinderdine’s legacy, the Miamisburg Historical Society held a ceremony with a special exhibit of jerseys and memorabilia.
Mayor Michelle Collins presented Kinderdine’s family with a proclamation and filmmaker Allen Farst presented the family with a framed picture and the Historical Society with a gold football. Farst is a local filmmaker who recently released a documentary detailing the first NFL game that was played in Dayton, entitled, “Triangle Park.”
Former Bengals player Jim Breech and Browns player Wes Martin were also in attendance.
Those interested can stop by the Miamisburg Historical Society center at 35 S Fifth Street to view the special items on display.