The fall of 1941 ushered in a season unlike any other in Grand Ledge football history. Under the steady guidance of Head Coach Steve Szasz and Assistant Coach Ernie McBride, the Comets delivered the school’s first undefeated campaign and captured their first outright Capitol Circuit League championship, a milestone that set a new standard for the program (GL Football would not see a league title in football again until 1962, and the next undefeated season would not come until 1973).

The Comets’ roster was a deep and talented lineup, reflecting a perfect balance of leadership, skill, and determination: Charles Imhoff, Jerry Anderson, Lawrence Gates, Walt Flitton, Duane Goodsell, Arch Kane, Tom Clark, Ed Bouck, Elwin Smith, Ed “Buck” Green, Rod Winstanley, Tom Shaw, Harlan MacDowell, Ladd Hamilton, Bill Carter, Richard Paulson, Dave Frederick, Jack LaFontzee, Francis Cribley, Pete Fortino, Harold LeFurge, Dick Carter, Gerry McDaniels, Floyd Figs, Rex Carrow (2001 Hall of Fame Inductee), Al Toaz, Tom Wison, Howard Bouck, Dick Reed, Stan Edwards, Charles Shane, Don Simons, L.R. Gates, and Tom Chevrie. Every player contributed to a historic season that would forever be remembered in Grand Ledge lore.

The season opened with a hard-fought victory against Hastings, as a late touchdown and extra point secured a 7–0 win and set the tone for the season. The Comets then traveled to St. Johns, where they battled a speedy Redwing backfield but prevailed 7–0. Their home debut at Battery Field proved more decisive, as Grand Ledge blanked Marshall 14–0 behind a dominant defensive effort.

Eaton Rapids managed to score, but the Comets responded with power and poise for a 19–6 victory. Charlotte followed, and despite the Orioles’ lone touchdown, Grand Ledge answered with two scores for a 14–6 triumph. The toughest test came at Lansing Everett, where the Comets battled to a 0–0 tie, the only blemish on an otherwise perfect season.

From there, the Comets pressed forward, overcoming muddy conditions at Battery Field to defeat Howell and battling through rain-soaked conditions at Mason to secure a gritty 12–7 win. The season closed with a statement at Ionia, where Grand Ledge unleashed its full potential to dismantle the Bulldogs 55–0, sealing a perfect season, extending the unbeaten streak to 14 games over two years, and securing the program’s first undisputed league crown.

The numbers told the story of dominance: 6 shutouts, just 19 points allowed all season, and a cumulative margin of 134–19. 7 players earned All-Conference honors: Ed “Buck” Green, Arch Kane, Charles Imhoff, Bill Carter, Ed Bouck, Tom Clark, and Duane Goodsell, reflecting the depth, talent, and teamwork of the squad.

For Coach Szasz, who compiled a 13–3–1 record in just two seasons, the 1941 team stood as the pinnacle of his brief but impactful tenure. For the community, it was the beginning of a proud legacy. Grand Ledge football had arrived, and the blue and gold would never be the same.