Hi Brigham

Haven Alva "Hi" Brigham (July 13, 1892 – October 6, 1987) was an American football lineman who played eight seasons with the Columbus Panhandles, including one while they were in the National Football League (NFL).

Early life and education Brigham was born on July 13, 1892, in Toledo, Ohio. He was one of four children. His family moved to Bowling Green, Ohio, shortly after his birth. He was nicknamed "Hi" when he was young. He did not play high school football until his senior year of high school, after several friends suggested he try out for the team. However, near the end of the 1915 season, Brigham nearly lost his life.

Later life After retiring from sports, Brigham worked at his family's greenhouse before opening a collectibles store. The store, titled Brigham's Stamps and Coins, was operated by him from 1936 to 1980, closing when he retired at the age of 87. When asked about his football career in 1983, Brigham said "I really wouldn't have given it up for anything." He died of natural causes on October 6, 1987, in his hometown of Toledo, Ohio. He was 95, and the last living former Panhandle.