Purdue football legend Tony Butkovich featured in 'Mosquito Bowl' film

Tony Butkovich, known as 'Touchdown Tony', is included in the film 'Mosquito Bowl', which depicts a Christmas Eve football scrimmage between two Marine regiments on Guadalcanal Island. The film premiered on October 30 and portrays Butkovich's legacy as a key player in Purdue's 1943 football season and his subsequent service in World War II. Purdue's director of broadcast services, Cory Palm, researched Butkovich's story, leading to a book and now the film, highlighting his achievements and sacrifice. The film features notable actors and aims to honor the memory of those who played in the scrimmage, many of whom were lost in battle shortly thereafter.

• 7:38 AMYahoo Sports — Purdue football legend 'Touchdown Tony' is on the big screen in 'Mosquito Bowl'