This Day in Sports History

It's not easy binge watching college basketball for four days straight and quitting cold turkey. So here's some exciting moments to fill that void.  In 1945, it was DePaul and Bowling Green. But that's not all, it's a two for one special as the NCAA and NIT winners played to determine a consensus champion. In 1973, Bill Walton set the record for most points scored in a championship game, but...

In 1979, the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets had a most unusual finish to their game on this day.  In 1961, St. Joe's and Utah played at 4OT classic in the NCAA tournament. St. Joe's win would soon be vacated.  In 1935, Babe Ruth hit his final home runs of his career.  In 1973, Wilt Chamberlain played his final game in the NBA.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERS...

In 1962, Emile Griffith vs. Benny 'Kid' Paret ended in tragedy.  In 1975, a Muhammad Ali vs. Chuck Wepner fight inspired a cultural icon. In 1991, Ayrton Senna won the Brazilian Grand Prix as his gearbox failed. In 2001, a Randy Johnson fastball struck a bird in flight in a spring training game.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produc...

In 1957, North Carolina beat Kansas to win the National Championship. In 1974, NC State beat UCLA in the semifinals to end their streak of consecutive national championships.  In 1994, Wayne Gretzky scored his 802nd career NHL goal to pass Gordie Howe on the all-time goals scored list.  And In 1991, the World League of American Football kicked off.  'This Day in Sports History' is a...

In 1969, Abebe Bikila was in a car accident that left him paralyzed but his influence on long distance running is evident today.  In 1893, it was the first women's basketball game played at a college.  And in 1934, the first Masters got underway.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subs...

In 1970, the event that inspired the 'Agony of Defeat' happened on this day. In 1987, the Providence Friars upset the Georgetown Hoyas in the NCAA Tournament. In 1980, President Jimmy Carter announced the boycott of the Moscow Olympics. 'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review and...

In 1934, another Babe took to the pitcher's mound to showcase their talent. In 1975, a rare spring training brawl. Unsurprisingly, Billy Martin was in the middle of it.  In 1976, Boston Celtic John Havlicek scored his 1000th point for the 14th consecutive season, a new NBA record.  And in 2010, Northern Iowa knocked off top seeded Kansas in the NCAA tournament.  'This Day in Sports...

In 1966, Texas Western (now UTEP) started five black players against Kentucky's all-white starting five.  In 1981, the Buffalo Sabres set the NHL record for goals in a period.  In 1991, the NFL pulled the Super Bowl out of Phoenix. And in 1995, Michael Jordan returned to the basketball court.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and prod...

In 1990, Loyola Marymount and Michigan combined for the most points scored in an NCAA Tournament game. In 1985, Willie Mays and Mickey Mantle were reinstated to baseball by commissioner Peter Ueberroth. And in 1983, NC State survived a first round double overtime scare against Pepperdine to advance in the NCAA Tournament they would eventually win.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person...

In 1955, French Canadians and fans of Montreal's Maurice 'Rocket' Richard rioted in protest of their star being suspended. In 1897, it was a boxing match to remember. And in 2012, Fabrice Muamba collapsed during an FA Cup match. 'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review and tell yo...

In 1974, the Oakland A's signed Herb Washington who holds a unique record. In 1964, Paul Hornung and Alex Karras were reinstated to the NFL after betting on football games. And in 2018, UMBC became the first 16 seed to beat a 1.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review and t...

In 1869, the Cincinnati Red Stockings became the first professional baseball team, with a few caveats.  In 1892, the seeds of Liverpool FC were sown on this day with the ejection of John Houlding from Everton. And in 1958, Maurice Stokes collapsed after a game, leaving him paralyzed and with brain damage. It was the result of what happened three days before. 'This Day in Sports History' is a...

In 1980, a plane crash killed members of USA Amateur Boxing In 1991, 15th-seeded Richmond beat second seed Syracuse. And in 1967, Bubba Smith was drafted by the Baltimore Colts.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review and tell your friends about it! Visit the show's website...

In 1998 - Bryce Drew sank one of the most iconic shots in the NCAA Tournament. In 1983, Jim Valvano and his NC State Wolfpack won the ACC Tournament.  In 2011, Kevin Love's NBA record double-doubles came to an end. And in 1954, an unfortunate injury opened the door for a young, soon-to-be star.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce...

In 1995, Wake Forest won their first ACC tournament title in more 30 years thanks to an impressive three game run by Randolph Childress. In 2011, UConn put the exclamation point on a five-game romp to the Big East title with a win over Louisville, thanks to Kemba Walker's scoring.  In 1967, Reinhold Bachler became the first ski jumper to cross an important barrier.  And in 2020...the NCA...

In 1979,. Randy Holt racked up an NHL record for penalty minutes.  In 2006, Syracuse wrapped up one of the most improbable conference championship runs of all-time. And in 1986, the NFL adopted a replay system. But it wouldn't last.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and rev...

In 1976, a famous sports phrase is seen in print for the first time.  In 1888, John L. Sullivan and Charlie Mitchell fought to a 39 round draw in the pouring rain.  And in 1991, Oklahoma State's Eddie Sutton became the first NCAA basketball coach to take 4 different teams to the NCAA tournament.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and p...

In 1946, Ted Williams said 'no' to the Mexican Baseball League.  In 1974, the game that led the NCAA to expand the NCAA Basketball Tournament.  In 2001, 16-year old Ty Tryon made the cut at the Honda Classic becoming the second youngest player to play the weekend in a PGA tour event.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each...

In 1930, Babe Ruth signed a huge contract.  In 1971, it was 'The Fight of the Century' in MSG between Ali and Frazier And in 1936, the first car race in Daytona was run on a 3 mile long road and beach course.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review and tell your friend...

In 2016, Maria Sharapova announced she had tested positive for a banned substance.  In 2012, Lionel Messi scored 5 goals in a UEFA Champions League game, the first to do that.  And in 1970, Austin Carr scored the most points in an NCAA Tournament game.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast...

In 1964, the world met Muhammad Ali for the first time. But if he hadn't beaten Liston a few weeks earlier, his name would have been different.  In 2015, the NCAA came down hard on Jim Boeheim and the Syracuse Men's Basketball program.  And in 2000, the LA Clippers made a Shaq-sized mistake.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produ...

In 1973, one of the more unusual trades in sports history was announced. In 1931, the first radio broadcast of a basketball game on radio. And in 1985, New York Islander Mike Bossy scored his 50th goal of the season, making it a record 8 consecutive years with 50+ goals.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like th...

In 1990, Hank Gathers collapsed on the court during a WCC tournament game. He was pronounced dead two hours later.  In 2004, a rare NFL trade was announced.  And in 1891, Dazzy Vance was born. If you don't know who Dazzy Vance is, you should.  'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscrib...

In 1875, the game we know today as Hockey started to take shape with a set of written rules and the first known use of a puck.  In 1920, the Montreal Canadiens scored 16 goals in an NHL game. That's still the record for most scored by one team. And in 1990, Hakeem Olajuwon came close to a rare quadruple-double, but wait...he did...but wait...he didn't.  'This Day in Sports History' is a...

In 2012, ESPN's Adam Schefter revealed the New Orleans Bounty Gate program. In 1974, the North Carolina Tar Heels erased an 8-point deficit in the final 17 seconds to send the game to OT And in 1962, Wilt Chamberlain scored 100 points in an NBA game. 'This Day in Sports History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate...