October 8, 1921 marked a significant day in the field of football. On this day, the first live sports radio broadcast of a football game aired on KDKA in Pittsburgh, Penn. The game was played at Forbes Field was between West Virginia University and the University of Pittsburgh. KDKA was the nation’s first commercial radio station and local brands sponsored the game. Radio helped turn college football into a national obsession.
West Virginia Public Broadcasting: October 8, 1921: WVU vs. Pitt Marks First Live Football Radio Broadcast
November 2, 2020 marks the 100th anniversary of the first commercial radio broadcast. To celebrate this special anniversary, we’re shining a spotlight on 100 key moments in radio's history.
We hope you’ll join us in celebrating your favorite radio memories throughout 2020. Use the hashtag #Radio100 across social media to share these moments with the world. Here’s to 100 wonderful years of radio, and to at least 100 more!
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