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Don Mahon was a standout football and baseball player for Mansfield in the 1940s and 1950s. As a 17-year old freshman in 1949, Mahon played as a back-up before breaking into the starting line-up at guard and linebacker in 1950. During the 1950 season, Mahon started every game at guard despite breaking his wrist in the third game of the season.
In 1951, Mahon was named co-captain along with Len Zanowitz. Usually playing all 60 minutes, Mahon also handled punting and place kicking duties. His coach, Ted Casey referred to Mahon as "the best athlete on the field."
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