Sports History Network

The central focus of this podcast episode is the examination of the remarkable 1944 NFL Championship game, wherein the Green Bay Packers triumphed over the New York Giants, thereby securing their sixth championship title. Amidst the backdrop of World War II, the nation grappled with uncertainty, and the sports realm provided a vital source of distraction and morale. Our esteemed guest, Bob Swick,...

The 1943 National Football League season stands as a remarkable testament to resilience and tenacity amidst the backdrop of global conflict, culminating in an extraordinary championship victory by the Chicago Bears. Today's guest expert is "Chicago's Sports Historian" Jack Silverstein of readjack.wordpress.com and author of "Why We Root: Mad Obsessions of a Chicago Sports Fan." As the league faced...

In 1924, the Washington Nationals (they were the Nationals, but also referred to as the Senators) won their first-ever World Series. It was a remarkable season for the Nationals. Owner Clark Griffith dismissed manager Donnie Bush just after the 1923 campaign and named Bucky Harris player-manager. It was a huge risk. Harris was only 27 years old and had only played four years in  @MLB  ....

 Sam Bowie was drafted by the Portland Trail Blazers in 1984 while Michael Jordan still available. Bowie then suffered a series of significant leg injuries who severely limited his playing time and overall production. He gets a bad rap for being taken ahead of Jordan, but we take a fresh look at his story and realize it was not such a bad idea, at the time. CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, w...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY Mark shares the frustrating history of the New York Jets. This is part 2. You can read the full blog post here . 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 sports in the area. He r...

The focal point of our discussion today revolves around the historical significance and evolution of striped helmets in American football. As we delve into the origins of this distinctive feature, we are joined by Timothy P. Brown of Football Archaeology, who elucidates the timeline and context in which these stripes emerged. We explore the early instances of striping, from individual players to t...

The 1942 NFL championship game is the focal point of our discussion, highlighting a dramatic confrontation between the undefeated Chicago Bears and the formidable Washington Redskins. This extraordinary matchup, occurring amidst the backdrop of World War II, marked a turning point in the history of American football, as it showcased the evolution of offensive strategies and the emergence of a stif...

From 1982-1991, the Washington Redskins appeared in four Super Bowls, winning three. But in the early 1990's, they embarked on a three decade saga of losing and instability. In this first half of a two part episode, we discuss the years 1992-2008 and the many problems that befell the team during that time. For further reading check out this ESPN timeline of Dan Snyder's time in Washington: https:/...

NO NONSENSE, OLD SCHOOL WEIGHTLIFTING HISTORY is presented by the  Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode, host Mark Mortier welcomes a special guest, Dr. Conor Heffernan , lecturer in the Sociology of Sport at Ulster University in Northern Ireland. Dr. Heffernan has written extensively on weightlifting, bodybuilding, p...

Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear . JOE ZAGORSKI'S BOOKS ON AMAZON Free Spirit at Free Safety: The Incredible (But True!) Football Journey of Bill Bradley The 2,003-Yard Odyssey: The Juice, The Electric Company, and an Epic Run For A Record America's Trailblazing Middle Linebacker: The Story of NFL Hall of Famer...

 Yao Ming’s journey to the NBA was filled with roadblocks and other problems. We share how Yao overcame legal and political hurdles to reach the Houston Rockets and the NBA. CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher   MUSIC "Ancient China by Mostakim Harun" by "Horizons" by Roa   SPORTS HISTORY NETWORK sportshistorynetwork.com...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY Mark shares the history of the frustrations of the New York Jets. This is part 1. 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 sports in the area. He relives great moments from this...

Today, we delve into the fascinating intersection of football and home movie technology, as we explore a unique historical tidbit presented by Timothy P. Brown. The focal point of our discourse revolves around a 1951 Bell and Howell home movie camera brochure, which elucidates techniques for capturing football games on film. This episode elucidates how early enthusiasts of home movies engaged in t...

Wrestling With Heels On is part of the  Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY I am a big fan of the 1981 film My Dinner with Andre. The film stars Wallace Shawn and Andre Gregory as fictionalized versions of themselves. They play old friends who haven't seen each other in five years and agree to meet for dinner. Andre is a theater director and Walla...

The 1941 NFL Championship is a profound emblem of the American spirit amidst the tumultuous backdrop of global conflict. We delve into the remarkable dominance exhibited by the Chicago Bears during this pivotal season, culminating in a title victory that reshaped the landscape of professional football. This episode features insights from NFL historian Jeff Berckes, who elucidates the intricate nar...

***Special Bulletin*** The Final Four is set and the four teams that are remaining the Duke Blue Devils in their 18th Final Four. they will face the Houston Cougars, in their seventh final four and is still looking for their first ever National Championship. That is second game of the semifinal double header. The first is between a pair of teams from the Southeastern Conference as the Auburn Tiger...

This is the first episode of a weekly episode of This Week in Sports History. In this episode among other great basketball championship games that took place week (March 30- April 5) we are going to highlight the 1991 Final Four that took place in Indianapolis. The Final four that year was highlighted by the national Semifinal between defending champion UNLV Runnin' Rebels coached by Jerry Tarkani...

GP Soccer Podcast is part of the  Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . HIGHLIGHTED SHOW Giovanni Pacini is a noted expert in the game with significant expertise in the areas of player and coach development. He is a United Soccer Coaches Master Coach, member of its National Staff, and National Goalkeeper Staff. He is a USYS East Region Staff Coach and is the GK Coa...

Today, we delve into the illustrious career of a College football legend, a remarkable athlete whose prowess on the football field is rivaled only by his magnetic personality. Our narrative traces his journey from the humble beginnings of his youth to the heights of professional football, as he captivated audiences with his electrifying performances. Gallimore's path included a significant tenure...

The 1940 NFL Championship game stands as a monumental event in the annals of American football, epitomizing the transformative power of the T formation and the unprecedented dominance of the Chicago Bears. In a stunning display of athletic prowess, the Bears triumphed over the Washington Redskins with a staggering score of 73 to 0, thereby etching their names in the record books. This episode delv...

Connie Hawkins, simply stated, was a phenomenal basketball player. Inducted into the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992, his career was robbed of five years of his NBA career. And not just any five, the first five. Hawkins was a legend on the playground in New York City. Recruited to play college ball at the University of Iowa, he was wrongfully accused of being involved in a point-shaving scanda...

 The two most entertaining players of the 1970s were Pistol Pete Maravich and Dr. J. For about a week they were teammates on the Atlanta Hawks. In this episode we cover how this pairing happened and how it quickly fell apart. CREDITS Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisher   MUSIC "Disco Funk" by Jam Morgan "Horizons" by Roa   SPORTS...

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear . EPISODE SUMMARY I started Olympic Weightlifting in 1981, and up to that point, I didn’t know much about weightlifting history or the athletes that made the sport great. I liked watching it when it was televised, which wasn’t too often. Other than seeing weightlifting in the Olympics every four years...

The focal point of our discussion centers on the historically significant role of the kicking holder in American football, a position often overlooked yet essential for the execution of kicks. In this episode, we are privileged to host Timothy Brown, who elucidates the evolution of this role, tracing its origins from rudimentary practices involving mounds of dirt to the contemporary techniques emp...

The episode delves into the transformative narrative of the Green Bay Packers’ legendary championship victory in 1939, a pivotal moment that significantly influenced the trajectory of the National Football League. We explore the intricacies of a season marked by tenacity, tactical ingenuity, and the emergence of a formidable team, ensconced within the harsh winters of Wisconsin. The discussion unf...