In the mid-1800s, the University of Michigan’s early sports included casual games like “old cat” and cricket. With the formation of the Pioneer Cricket Club in 1860, cricket flourished briefly but declined in the 1870s as baseball, boxing, and football rose in popularity. Curious how America’s favorite pastime replaced cricket? Keep reading!
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