Invitation: Unique Thiel College event to tell the story of first Heisman Trophy winner; first NFL No. 1 pick

GREENVILLE, PA (08/14/2023) Thiel College and the College's Blue-Gold Club proudly present Cuyler (Butch) Berwanger, the son of Heisman Trophy icon John Jacob (Jay) Berwanger, for a special event to discuss the sports icon's life and legacy at 10 a.m. August 15 at Thiel College.

Cuyler (Butch) Berwanger will discuss in Bly Hall of the Academic Center at Thiel College his father's life as a football pioneer. Jay Berwanger was the first-ever recipient of the prestigious Heisman Trophy in 1935 and in 1936 became the first pick during the inaugural National Football League draft. The public is invited to this free event. History enthusiasts and members of the regional football and athletics community will join the coaches and players of the Thiel football team and members of the Blue-Gold booster organization at the event.

The event is free and open to the public.

Media members are invited for this exciting event.

WHO: Cuyler (Butch) Berwanger

WHAT: The son of Heisman Trophy icon John Jacob (Jay) Berwanger discussing the sports icon's life and legacy.

WHEN: 10 a.m. Tuesday, August 15

WHERE: Thiel College; Bly Hall in the Academic Center