Frank Leahy Vintage Artwork by Willard Mullin - Football Cartoon 1948
The page features a striking artwork by Willard Mullin, showcasing Frank Leahy, the esteemed head coach of Notre Dame's football team. The artwork is composed of 2,100 individual squares, illustrating Leahy's prominent role in the sport during the late 1940s. Mullin humorously depicts conversations among figures, which reflect admiration for Leahy's coaching skills, indicating he is regarded as the "Coach of the Year." The dialogue also includes light-hearted banter about Leahy's rugged persona. Notably, Mullin compares his affection for boxing, mentioning icons Joe Louis and Jack Dempsey, emphasizing a diverse sports appreciation. Furthermore, the text highlights Mullin’s famous cartoon representation of the Brooklyn Dodgers, an allusion to his broader career in sports caricature.