Sports History Network

NO NONSENSE, OLD SCHOOL WEIGHTLIFTING HISTORY is presented by the  Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY The 1976 Olympics were in Montreal, and the weightlifting started on July 18 and ended on July 27. The weight classes remained the same as they had at the 1972 Olympics. The clean & press was eliminated as a competition lift fo...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In 2006, Barry Bonds hit career home run #715 and yet it wasn't the most interesting thing that happened that day. THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUND Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it...

Today, Rick finishes his interview with Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff, president of Gratz College and professor of Jewish-American history, as well as the author of recent title The Greatest of All Time: A History of an American Obsession. Here in the second part of this two-part interview, Rick and Zev dive into the qualities that define greatness for us, and how that impacts who we actually view as being...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY Mark and his son, Everett, discuss Olympic Weightlifting judging over the years. One of the hotly debated topics is the "press-out" rule. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In 1981, Seattle's Lenny Randle blew a ball foul in a game against Kansas City. It wasn't legal though. In 2012, golfer Zach Johnson failed to move his ball back to its original spot on the green before putting it. He was a 2 shot tournament but still won. In 1...

The episode delves into the remarkable yet obscure narrative of the 1910 football game between the Carlisle Indians and the Harvard Law School team, which serves as a focal point for our discourse. We explore how this intriguing matchup arose from the initiative of Hamilton Fish, a notable figure who sought to harness the athletic prowess of his law school peers, many of whom were accomplished foo...

George Wright and Al Spalding are two of the most important figures in 19th Century Baseball. Both were stars on the field and successful entrepreneurs off of it. In this episode we interview Jeffrey Orens, author of Selling Baseball: How Superstars George Wright and Albert Spalding Impacted Sports in America . Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favo...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . sportshistorynetwork.com/giveaways EPISODE SUMMARY In 1993, a ball hit by Carlos Martinez hit outfielder Jose Canseco's head and bounced over the fence for a home run. In 1959, pitcher Harvey Haddix pitched a perfect game for 12 innings … and lost. In 1956, Cincinnati pitchers...

The salient focus of this podcast episode revolves around a detailed exploration of the 1953 NFL championship game, wherein the Detroit Lions triumphed over the Cleveland Browns with a narrow score of 17 to 16. We delve into the historical significance of this match, highlighting the context of the Lions' defense and their remarkable performance throughout the season. Our esteemed guest, Randy Sno...

Today, we focus on trailblazer Bucko Kilroy, the long-time personnel person with the Philadelphia Eagles, Washington Redskins, Dallas Cowboys, and New England Patriots. Later, we will sit down with Pro Football Hall of Fame selector and member of the Hall of Fame’s Blue-Ribbon Committee for Contributors Clark Judge to discuss Kilroy. To learn more about trailblazing contributors in NFL history, vi...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In 1975, the Golden State Warriors upset the Washington Bullets in a four-game sweep. In 1993, New York Knick John Starks brought the Madison Square Garden crown to its feet in a thunderous roar when he dunked over Horace Grant and Michael Jordan. In 2002, Paul...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In 1981, a horrific day at the Indianapolis 500 ended in controversy with Bobby Unser taking the checkered flag but he wasn't officially named the winner of the race until October. In 1987, Al Unser, Sr. winning the Indianapolis 500 in a car he wasn’t even supp...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In 1984, a coin flip between the Houston Rockets and the Portland Trail Blazers changed the landscape of the NBA for a generation. In 2021, Phil Mickelson became the oldest to win a golf major with a 2-shot win at the PGA Championship at Kiawah's Ocean Course....

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In 1976, Argentinian boxer Oscar Bonavena was shot and killed outside the famed Mustang Ranch brothel. In 1988, Boston's Larry Bird and Atlanta's Dominique Wilkins went head-to-head in a classic game 7. In 2009, Cleveland's LeBron James hit the game winner agai...

Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY Today we talk to author Jack Gilden about the coming NFL playoffs, some memories he has about Baltimore football playoffs, and who he thinks will go to the Super Bowl (hint- it might be the Ravens). ABOUT FOOTBALL IS FAMILY Do you bleed your favorite football team’s co...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . sportshistorynetwork.com/giveaways EPISODE SUMMARY In 1989, Darrell Waltrip and Rusty Wallace made contact, sending Waltrip's #17 Tide Chevrolet spinning through the tri-oval. In 1986, Ralph Sampson hit a miracle shot to beat the Lakers in the Western Conference Finals. In 195...

n the early 1900s Roger Bresnahan was one of MLB's best catchers. He played for the New York Giants (now San Francisco Giants) and later was player-manager for the St. Louis Cardinals. While with the Giants, Bresnahan was beaned. It was a very scary instance in which Bresnahan's last rites were read. However, he survived and came back. He ultimately developed a batting helmet, but never wore it in...

Today, Rick hosts an interview with Rabbi Dr. Zev Eleff, president of Gratz College and professor of Jewish-American history, as well as the author of recent title The Greatest of All Time: A History of an American Obsession. Here in the first part of this two-part interview, Rick and Zev dive into what qualifies something to be considered the greatest, how that applies to a discussion of basketba...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY Mark's son, Everett, joins the podcast as a special guest to discuss some weightlifting history. This episode focuses on the change in weightlifting weight classes at the Olympics over the years. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the r...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . sportshistorynetwork.com/giveaways EPISODE SUMMARY In 2000, Portland's Rasheed Wallace was tossed from a playoff game because he stared down an official. In 1988, the unrideable bull Red Rock was finally ridden for a full 8 seconds. In 2002, Kobe Bryant ordered room service an...

The narrative presented in this podcast centers upon the intriguing history of the Richmond Tigers, a semi-professional football team from the 1920s, and their connection to the notable NFL figure, Weeb Eubank. Through the exploration of a serendipitous discovery involving a letter from the team, we delve into the familial ties and athletic backgrounds of the Eubank brothers, revealing how Weeb pl...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In 2004, Kevin Garnett scored 32 and grabbed 21 rebounds to lead Minnesota to their first Western Conference Finals appearance. In 1974, the Houston Aeros of the World Hockey Association won the Avco Cup behind the play of Gordie Howe and his two sons. In 1974,...

The 1952 season serves as a focal point for our discourse, wherein we delve into the historical matchup between the Detroit Lions and the formidable Cleveland Browns. In an era characterized by intense competition and the emergence of legends, the Lions sought to disrupt the established dominance of the Browns. Our esteemed guest, Randy Snow, provides an insightful examination of this pivotal seas...

This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUND Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports History is a 365-day journey remembering those si...

The focal point of our discussion centers on the illustrious career of Ace Parker, an extraordinary figure in the annals of early professional football. Parker emerged not merely as a distinguished passer, but as a multifaceted athlete who excelled as a runner, defender, and leader, captivating the hearts of a nation yearning for gridiron heroes. Throughout this episode, we delve into his remarkab...