Lindenmeyer Field

The first time Lake Forest High School's football team played at East Campus was in September of 1935.  A 72-year tradition, Lindenmeyer Field was named after Edgar Lindenmeyer, the school's first-ever Varsity football coach.   He coached football at Lake Forest High School from 1935-1951.  Mr. Lindenmeyer also taught boys' physical education at Lake Forest High School from 1935-1964.  In his 17 seasons, the record book shows:  4 no-loss seasons, 6 one-loss seasons and a career record of  96-27-10. Edgar Lindenmeyer played football at the University of Missouri. In 1925, he
was named the school's first All-American offensive tackle.  He also served as a lieutenant colonel in the Air Force.  Edgar Lindenmeyer passed away in 1981. Lindenmeyer Field will continue to be a home field for Physical Education/  
Wellness Classes.

View Pictures from the final game played at Lindenmeyer Field, Fall 2007
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Lake Forest High School, 1285 N. McKinley Road, Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
West Athletic Campus, 300 S. Waukegan Rd., Lake Forest, Illinois 60045
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