Touchdown Attempt

In a significant time in sports history, Donald Trump and coach Walt Michaels presented a jersey to star player Doug Flutie of the New Jersey Generals—a team Donald purchased for $9 million in September 1983. This marked his ambitious entry into the United States Football League (USFL).

Despite his high hopes and significant financial injections, the league folded in 1986 following an unsuccessful antitrust lawsuit against the NFL, a move Donald spearheaded aiming for a merger. This venture into sports was brief yet memorable, as Donald did not pursue ownership in other sports teams, choosing instead to refocus on his real estate and entertainment ventures.