Sports History Network

Jumpin’ Joe Fulks was the NBA’s very first scoring leader back in 1947. He also led his team, the Philadelphia Warriors, to the very first NBA championship. Yet, he hardly ever gets talked about today. We correct that with this episode.  CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher   MUSIC "1940s Slow Dance" by Doug "Horizons" by Roa &...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY The 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers finally beat the Yankees to win their first and only World Series in Brooklyn. Relive the journey of “Dem Bums” from heartbreak to glory. You can read the full blog post here . YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just acros...

In 2006, Michigan State erased a 35 point second half deficit and beat Northwestern 41-38 in the greatest comeback in FBS history. In 1975, Boston's Carlton Fisk waved his game winning home run fair to force a game 7 in the World Series. In 1976, Cincinnati's Big Red Machine bulldozed the New York Yankees to win consecutive World Series. In 2007, Tennessee Titan kicker Rob Bironas kicked an NFL re...

The discourse herein elucidates a fascinating historical evolution within the realm of football, particularly emphasizing the substantial size of footballs in the sport's nascent stages. Timothy Brown of Football Archaeology provides an in-depth exploration of the transition from the original 30-inch circumference balls to their modern counterparts, underscoring how the sport's early practitioners...

Historically Speaking Sports co hosts Dana Auguster and Charles Combs are both natives of Louisiana and also the southern part of the United States where college football is more than just a sport. On Saturdays in the fall it is the south's secular religion. In this edition of this podcast, Dana and Charles highlight teams they they consider the best college football teams they had ever seen. The...

In 1968, Dick Fosbury revolutionized high jumping when he introduced his new technique to the world. In 1992, it was a triple play that wasn't in a World Series game. In 2002, Jeff Wilkins kicked the last point as a barefoot kicker ... or did he?

Pat Summerall and John Madden revolutionized the broadcasting of NFL games, creating a partnership that transformed the viewer experience and brought a renewed joy to watching football. In this episode, we engage in a profound discussion with author Rich Podolsky, who has penned a compelling book detailing the remarkable journey of this iconic duo. Podolsky shares insights into their dynamic colla...

In 1935, Alabama's Bear Bryant played against the Tennessee Vols with a broken leg. He caught four passes for 87 yards. In 1987, George Steinbrenner hired Billy Martin to manage the Yankees for the fifth time. In 2006, the St. Louis Cardinals and New York Mets played a memorable NLCS game 7. In 1981, the LA Dodgers beat the Montreal Expos to advance to the World Series. In 1972, the first esports...

Under the Radar is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . UNDER THE RADAR BACKGROUND Under the Radar: Olympic Athletes Ya Gotta Meet is a podcast dedicated to highlighting the stories of unsung Olympic athletes past and future who are little-known and yet well worth getting to know. True to the Olympic spirit, these athletes have either demonstrated their her...

In 1924, Red Grange scored four touchdowns in the first 12 minutes of a game against Michigan. He ended up with 400+ all-purpose yards, 5 TDs himself and he also threw one. Doug Villhard, the author of 'The Golden Age of Red: A Novel of Red Grange, the Galloping Ghost' joins me for a longer discussion about Red's amazing accomplishments. In 1974, Nate Thurmond became the first NBA player to record...

In 1987, the Auburn Tigers scored twice in a span of 24 seconds to stun Georgia Tech. In 2015, Michigan State recovered a muffed punt and ran it in for touchdown to quiet the Big House. In 1998, the decimated Temple Owls shocked the Virginia Tech Hokies. In 1989, prior to game three of the World Series between Oakland and San Francisco, the earth shook. In 1968, Sweden’s Hans Gunnar Liljenwall bec...

Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY Today talk to author Ken Belson about his book Every Day is Sunday. Ken is very knowledgeable about the topic of the business of sports, and it is very obvious in our discussion and in his book. I hope you enjoy this interview as much as I did. Amazon.com : ken belson...

In 2006, Chicago mounted a comeback against Arizona despite six turnovers and zero offensive touchdowns. In 1969, the New York Mets won the World Series. In 1968, Tommie Smith and John Carlos stood atop the medal podium with an iconic show of defiance. In 1976, Abilene Christian’s Ove Johansson kicked the longest field goal in college football history. In 1964, the Boston Patriots and the Oakland...

The episode elucidates the remarkable football contest that transpired on October 16, 2006, between the Chicago Bears and the Arizona Cardinals, a game that has retained its significance in the annals of NFL history. The Chicago Bears, entering as the sole unbeaten team of the season, faced a formidable challenge against the Cardinals, who were striving to recover from a dismal start. The narrativ...

In 1988, #1 Miami vs. #4 Notre Dame in the 'Catholics vs. Convicts' game. On that same day, LA's Kirk Gibson hit a pinch hit homer off Dennis Eckersley to win game one of the World Series. In 1989, LA King Wayne Gretzky scored two and assisted another to pass Gordie Howe as the all-time points scorer in the NHL. In 1946, St. Louis Cardinal Enos Slaughter's 'Mad Dash' scored the winning run to win...

The conclusion of Week Six in the NFL season of 2025 heralds the commencement of Week Seven, where we delve into the nuances of the previous games while making audacious predictions for the upcoming matchups. Our esteemed guest, Ed Cleese, joins me in a rigorous analysis of the league's dynamics, highlighting the implications of recent performances, particularly the dismal showing of teams such as...

Kobe Bryant once shot four airballs in five minutes in a playoff game against the Utah Jazz. But that failure had a direct impact on Kobe becoming one of the greatest players of all time.  CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher   MUSIC "Rap Beat" by MaverickMyers "Horizons" by Roa   SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK sportshistorynetwor...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In this special 250th episode of Yesterday's Sports, Mark sits down with Arnie Chapman to reminisce over the past 5 years of podcasting. They talk about how Mark first reached out to Arnie to be one of the first members of the Sports History Network, highlights from the show, some ch...

In 1976, New York Yankee Chris Chambliss hit a walk-off home run to win the ALCS. He never touched the plate though. The homer still counted. In 1992, Atlanta Brave Francisco Cabrera lined one into left to score two runs including the less-than-fleet of foot Sid Bream. In 1985, St. Louis Cardinal Ozzie Smith hit an improbable walk-off homer to beat the LA Dodgers. In 1964, American Billy Mills bec...

The focal point of this podcast episode is the historical significance and evolution of the Iron Bowl, particularly its inaugural match in 1893. We delve into the intricate origins of this celebrated college football rivalry, specifically highlighting the contributions of Timothy P. Brown from FootballArchaeology.com, who elucidates the early dynamics between Alabama and Auburn. The discussion rev...

This episode’s special guest is former NFL offensive lineman Lomas Brown, who was selected by the Detroit Lions in the first round of the 1985 NFL Draft. He played eleven seasons for the Detroit Lions, then played for the Arizona Cardinals, Cleveland Browns, New York Giants, and won a Super Bowl with the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. This seven-time Pro Bowler has been inducted into the College Football H...

In 1960, Pittsburgh's Bill Mazeroski hit a home run to beat the New York Yankees to end the World Series in game seven. In 1967, the American Basketball Association debuted. In 2007, the top-ranked LSU Tigers lost on the road at #17 Kentucky. In 2001, New York's Derek Jeter cut off a throw and flipped it to catcher Jorge Posada to nab Oakland's Jason Giambi in the ALDS.

The focal point of our discourse today centers on the unparalleled career of Jerry Rice, widely regarded as the greatest wide receiver in the annals of American football. Born in the humble confines of Crawford, Mississippi, Rice's ascension to greatness is a narrative steeped in perseverance and fortuitous circumstances. Despite being overlooked during his early years, he transcended those limita...

In 1929, the Philadelphia Athletics scored 10 runs in the bottom of the 7th in game four of the World Series to erase an 8-run Chicago Cubs lead. In 1997, Minnesota's Brad Johnson became the first NFL QB to throw a TD pass to himself. In 1979, Magic Johnson made his NBA debut. Kareem hit the game-winning shot and Magic celebrated like they'd won the title. In 1979, Boston Celtic Chris Ford hit the...

In 1972, Pittsburgh's Bob Moose threw a wild pitch and the Cincinnati Reds scored to end the NLCS. In 1980, controversy in the fourth leads to a wild finish in the tenth in game 4 of the NLCS between Philadelphia and Houston. In 1992, Atlanta Brave Deion Sanders played in the NLCS, then hopped a flight to Miami to play for the Atlanta Falcons, and then hopped a flight after that game and flew back...