The era was marked by the consolidation of Major League Baseball (MLB), the emergence of legendary players, and changes in the game's style and popularity.

Boxing captured the imagination of the public during the Golden Age. It was a time when boxing matches drew massive crowds, and fighters achieved celebrity status.

Horse racing was an immensely popular sport, drawing huge crowds to racetracks across the country and producing legendary racehorses that are revered to this day.

College football saw significant growth, with teams like those from Notre Dame and University of Michigan drawing large crowds.

Bicycle races captivated audiences with large crowds gathering to watch. Events included sprints, pursuit races, and 6-day endurance races.

Auto racing started to gain popularity, with events like the Indianapolis 500, first held in 1911, becoming major spectacles.

Ice hockey began to grow in popularity, particularly in Canada and the northern United States. The Stanley Cup was first awarded in 1893.

Golf tournaments, particularly the U.S. Open (established in 1895), attracted significant interest. Famous golfers became well-known figures.

Tennis became popular, especially with the establishment of the U.S. National Championships (now the U.S. Open) in 1881.