Louis Spadia

Louis G. Spadia (January 11, 1921 – February 17, 2013) was an American football executive who was the general manager of the San Francisco 49ers from 1948 to 1976. He was also the founder of the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame. Early life and education Louis Spadia was born on January 11, 1921, in San Francisco, California. He went to Mission High School. He played baseball and was a star Second Baseman. He wanted to be a Major League Baseball player but could not because of being drafted into World War II. He also took over as general manager for John Blackinger in 1948 and remained in the role through 1976. In 1967, he also became the team's president. Spadia retired after 1976.

Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame In 1979, he became the founder of the Bay Area Sports Hall of Fame.