Plaque honoring 1969 Michigan football team unveiled at Schembechler Hall

A plaque dedicated to the 1969 Michigan football team was unveiled on August 24 at Schembechler Hall. The team, notable for defeating Ohio State as 17-point underdogs, is celebrated for their slogan, 'We Stayed.' The ceremony was attended by several former players, including Dick Caldarazzo, who contributed to the plaque's installation. Athletic director Warde Manuel and head coach Kyle Whittingham spoke at the event, highlighting the team's impact on Michigan football history and its enduring legacy. The plaque reinforces the ethos of perseverance that defined the program under coach Bo Schembechler during his first season.

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