The Cobb Center is named after prominent Pensacola physician Dr. Eli Sanford Cobb. After graduating from medical school in Nashville, TN, Dr. Cobb moved to Pensacola and opened his medical practice in 1916.

Following the outbreak of World War I, Dr. Cobb enlisted in the U.S. Army and received orders for Europe. While in France, he continued his education and following his return to Pensacola in 1919, he reopened his practice.

In addition to his dedication to medicine, Dr. Cobb grew fond of local sports. He organized two semi-pro teams, the Pensacola Seagulls Baseball Team and the Pensacola Giants Football Team.

Information provided by the City of Pensacola.