The footprint of tradition can be traced back to 1920 in a factory south of Chicago in Decatur, Illinois.  Originally established as a company-sponsored football team, Mr. A.E. Staley hired George Halas and Dutch Sternaman to lead his team as player-coaches.  The Decatur Staleys made history on October 17, 1920 as they took the field against the Moline Tractors.  The Staleys became league champions for the first time in 1921.

Celebrate the Decatur Staleys' tradition with this 14" Staley bear!