History Of Michigan Wolverine Football

First Intercollegiate Game

May 30, 1879

Michigan played its first intercollegiate football game against Racine College at White Stocking Park in Chicago.

Rivalry

Nov 23, 1887

A contest on this date started the Michigan, Notre Dame rivalry.

Big Ten

Jan 1, 1896

Michigan joined the Big Ten Conference in 1896 and have been members since with the exception of hituas from 1907-1916

Brady Hoke

Jan 11, 2011

Michigan announced the hiring of Brady Hoke. He led them to a successful first season

Win

Nov 26, 2011

First win against Ohio State in 7 years.