2021 FALL PREMIER AUCTION
Wed, Oct 13, 2021 08:00PM EDT - Sun, Oct 31, 2021 09:02AM EDT
Timed Auction
Lot 1104
WILLIE GALIMORE 1954 FAMU - J.R.E/ LEE MEMORIAL TROPHY - GALIMORE FAMILY LOA
Sold for
$240
Sold Price includes BP
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Willie Galimore (D. 1964 in a car accident) member of the College Football HOF. Galimore possessed incredible speed and lateral movement; many of the opposing players of the time stated that they believed Galimore could run side-to-side down the field just as fast as most men could in a straight line. His running style could be said to most resemble the style of Billy Sims or perhaps Terrell Davis, but faster. In a documentary short by NFL Films on Galimore, it was said that he was probably the last great find before NFL scouting became sophisticated. Bears assistant coach Phil Handler, while scouting for talent in Florida, received a tip about Galimore's prowess as a halfback, and the Bears subsequently drafted him in the 5th round of the 1956 NFL draft. Galimore's peers (including Chuck Bednarik and Doug Atkins) referred to Galimore as one of the best runners they ever faced. Galimore was killed in an automobile accident on July 27, 1964 in Rensselaer, Indiana at the age of 29 with teammate Bo Farrington. His number 28 has been retired by the Bears.
Offered is the J.R.E. Lee Memorial Trophy which was awarded annual to the MVP of the Florida A&M Football team. This metal and wood trophy was given to Willie Galimore for being selected as the 1954 Football Team MVP. The award was produced by Jostens and has the manufacturer’s markings at the bottom of the trophy and has been weather worn by time, but nonetheless, a very important award for this College Football Hall of Famer.
LOA Galimore Family
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