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Sports History Network
The Sports History Network was founded in May of 2020 to bring together podcasters and bloggers covering the history of sports. Our mission is to create the Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear by providing a “home field advantage” for our partners by helping them “fill their stadiums” with fans of their work.
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Error-filled Clown Shows and a College Basketball Points Shaving Scandal - This DiSH for Jan. 17
In 1971, Jim O'Brien kicked the game winner in an error-filled Super Bowl V. In 1999, Minnesota's Gary Anderson picked a bad time to miss his first field goal…
Sports History NetworkUnveiling the Name: How the Super Bowl Came to Be
How a Bouncy Toy Created the "Super Bowl" At the end of every NFL season, the world stops for a spectacle known as the Super Bowl. It’s a name so ingrained in…
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Zinger's Big Win, Lietzke's Huge Bomb, and a Hockey Journey to Nowhere - This DiSH for Jan. 16
In 2000, Paul Azinger won the Sony Invitational. It was his first win in 7 years and it came three months after his good friend Payne Stewart died in a plane…
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First Super Bowl, Dennis Rodman in trouble again, and the 'Trent Tucker Rule' - This DiSH for Jan. 15
In 1967, the first Super Bowl was played in Los Angeles. In 1997, Chicago Bull Dennis Rodman kicked a courtside camera guy. In 1990, the origin of the 'Trent…
Sports History NetworkNFL Playoff Analysis: Insights and Predictions for Divisional Round
The Finality of the Field: Navigating the NFL Divisional Round There are just eight teams left standing. As we enter the divisional round of the 2025 National…
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Dolphin Perfection, Joltin' Joe DiMaggio married Marilyn Monroe, and the Sting drafted a Playboy Bunny - This DiSH for Jan. 14
In 1973, the Miami Dolphins beat Washington 14-7. It would have been 17-0 if not for Garo Yepremian's unfortunate error. In 1995, Roberto Duran fought Vinny…
Sports History Network1981 San Fransisco 49ers (Part 2)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE EPISODE SUMMARY The San…
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Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #170
Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Part 2 With Football Library…
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Bo Jackson's NFL Career Ended, Michael Jordan Retired ... Again, and Tragedy in the NHL - This DiSH for Jan. 13
In 1991, Bo Jackson injured his hip and ended his football career. In 1999, Michael Jordan retired for the second time. In 1968, Minnesota North Star Bill…
Sports History NetworkThe Evolution of Football: A Historical Examination of Inflation Techniques
The Evolution of the "Pigskin": From Animal Bladders to Modern Valves In the modern era of American football, we rarely give a second thought to the ball…
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Jets shock the Colts in Super Bowl III, the 'Mile High Miracle', and 399 points in a basketball game - This DiSH for Jan. 12
In 1969, the New York Jets shocked the Baltimore Colts and the world, winning Super Bowl III. In 2013, Joe Flacco hit Jacoby Jones for a 70-yard TD pass to tie…
Sports History NetworkA Legacy of Excellence: The Greatest College Football Athletes in Jersey Number Four History
The Elite Four: Ranking the Most Legendary College Football Players to Wear Jersey Number 4 Introduction In the brutal, high-stakes world of college football…
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Greatest Golf Match You've Never Heard About, 'The Drive', and 2 Shorties in 30 seconds - This DiSH for Jan. 11
In 1956, Ben Hogan, Byron Nelson, Ken Venturi, and Harvie Ward played a memorable match that nearly nobody saw. In 1987, John Elway engineered the 'Drive' on…
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LSU Football Coach Bo Rein Tragic Death, X-Clown Propelled the Panthers and a McEnroe/Connors Duel - This DiSH for Jan. 10
In 1980, newly hired LSU football coach Bo Rein died in a plane accident. In 1982, San Francisco's Joe Montana found Dwight Clark in the back of the endzone…
Sports History NetworkThe Psychological Toll of Game-Ending Mistakes
This episode delves into the profound impact that pivotal mistakes in American football can have on players' lives, both on and off the field. We examine…
Sports History NetworkGeorge Halas and the Legacy of the 1918 Naval Station Football Team
The primary focus of this podcast episode is to delve into the illustrious history of the 1918 Naval Station Great Lakes Blue Jackets football team and its…
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Stall Ball, Bullet Proof Vests and the Canterbury Tales, plus Kareem vs. Wilt, and Moss Shoots the Moon - This DiSH for Jan. 9
In 1971, Maryland beat #2 South Carolina in a slow down game. In 1972, the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Los Angeles Lakers to end their 33-game winning streak…
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HSS Bulletin: 2026 NFL Wildcard Weekend
If you are a football fan, this weekend is one of the most important weekends of the year. Along with the College Football semifinals taking place, there is…
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Beast Quake 1.0, the Music City Miracle, and Kentucky's 129 Home Winning Streak Halted - This DiSH for Jan. 8
In 2011, Seattle's Marshawn Lynch broke 8 tackles on his way to a touchdown. The roar from the crowd registered as a tremor on local seismic devices. In 2000…
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Nevada erases 14 point deficit with a minute left, LSU won the National Title, and the Harlem Globetrotters debuted - This DiSH for Jan. 7
In 2017, the Nevada Wolfpack trailed by 19 with 4 1/2 to play, were down 14 with 1:04 left to tie it up and send it to OT and then win it 105-104. In 2007…
Sports History NetworkUnveiling the NFL Playoffs: Predictions and Insights for Wild Card Weekend
Wild Card Weekend: Picks, Predictions, and The Final Tally Darin and Ed closed out the regular season with a dramatic Week 18 and are now diving into their…
Sports History NetworkEpisode 281 - Learning the Skyhook
The Sky Hook is arguably the most famous shot in NBA history. But how did Kareem Abdul-Jabber learn it in the first place? That is our story for today.…
Sports History Network1981 San Fransisco 49ers (Part 1)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE EPISODE SUMMARY The San…
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Ben Hogan's Return to the Golf Course, Florida State's BCS Comeback, and Nancy Kerrigan Assaulted - This DiSH for Jan. 6
In 1950, Ben Hogan played his first competitive round after his near fatal car crash 11-months prior. In 1961, Arnold Palmer carded a 12 on a par 4. In 2014…
Sports History NetworkFootball Fashion: The Journey from Disparity to Uniformity
Tim's original Tidbit was the basis of this discussion titled: Before Uniforms Were Uniform -…
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Our most memorable College Bowl games
We are in the mist of College Bowl season and this is the time of year where legends are born, where underdogs rise, dynasties show signs of cracking and one…
Sports History NetworkOgün Öztürk—The Tartu Titans (The 2025 Baltic League)
Gridiron Baltic is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY *********** GRIDIRON BALTIC BACKGROUND Gridiron…
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Controversial end to Giants/49ers Playoff game, was Sonny Liston murdered?, and Pistol Pete Maravich died - This DiSH for Jan. 5
In 2003, the San Francisco 49ers came from 24 points down to beat the New York Giants in Wildcard Playoff game. There was a controversial end that led NFL…
Sports History NetworkTop Five College Football Players Wearing Number Three: A Definitive Ranking
This episode delves into the intricate and esteemed history of college football jersey number three, highlighting its significance and the illustrious players…
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'We want the ball, we're going to win,' Red Right 88 disaster, and the ageless George Blanda hung up the spikes - This DiSH for Jan. 4
In 2004, Seattle's Matt Hasselbeck made a bold statement but didn't deliver. In 1981, the Cleveland Browns Brian Sipe threw an interception to end their season…
Sports History NetworkHeikki Halttunen—The 1989 Estonian Bowl (Part II)
Gridiron Baltic is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY *********** GRIDIRON BALTIC BACKGROUND Gridiron…
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George Steinbrenner bought the Yankees, George Wolff fatally injured, and the 'Miracle in Maryland' - This DiSH for Jan. 3
In 1973, George Steinbrenner and 11 others bought the New York Yankees from CBS. In 1946, jockey George Wolff fell off his mount in a horse race and died the…
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The ‘Millenium Game’, the 'Epic in Miami', and Ted Turner suspended for a year - This DiSH for Jan 2
In 2000, the Oakland Raiders denied the Kansas City Chiefs a playoff spot with impressive win at Arrowhead. Raiders coach Jon Gruden said it was a game he'd…
Sports History NetworkAnalyzing the Impact of Bye Weeks in College Football Playoffs
The current discourse centers on the notable outcomes of the second round of the College Football Playoffs for the 2025-2026 season, particularly emphasizing…
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Olympic Medal-Winning Bobsledder Curt Tomasevicz riffs on this "blue collar" sport & his journey
Under the Radar is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Curt Tomasevicz first made a name for himself…
Sports History NetworkWhich Team “Could” Have Beaten the 1972 Dolphins?
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 From…
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The Phantom Touchdown, Iowa's version of 'The Catch,' and Woody Hayes questionable decisions - The DiSH for Jan. 1
In 1902, the first Rose Bowl, or what would become known as The Rose Bowl was played. Michigan beat Stanford 49-0. In 1979, Charlie White's 'Phantom Touchdown'…
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12th Man Tackle, Boomer Sooner Schooner Flagged, and Fiesta Bowl Fireworks - REPLAY of This DiSH for Jan. 1, 2025
This is a replay of the Jan. 1, 2025 edition. In 1954, Alabama's Tommy Lewis came off the bench to tackle Rice running back Dickie Maegle. In 1985, the drivers…
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The Coldest Game Ever Played, the Greatest Game Nobody Saw, and a Tie in Basketball? - This DiSH for Dec .31
In 1967, the Green Bay Packers beat the Dallas Cowboys 21-17 to win the NFL Championship. It was the coldest game in NFL history and became known as 'The Ice…
Sports History NetworkNavigating the NFL’s Historical Landscape: A Week 18 Preview
Week 18 Showdown: A Season of Parity, Ending in a Deadlock! Darin Hayes welcomed listeners back to the "Pig Pen" at Pigskin Dispatch, the official portal for…
Sports History NetworkMonday Night Football (Part 2) - Mark and Dave Relive The Early Days of Monday Night Football
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE EPISODE SUMMARY Monday Night…
Sports History NetworkEpisode 280 - The NBA Territorial Pick
From 1949 until 1965, the NBA employed the concept of the Territorial Draft Pick, which allowed team to automatically take a player that played their…
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Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #169
Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY With Football Library…
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Bill Walton met Wilt Chamberlain, the NHL swallows up WHA, and the Myth of Baseball's Origins - This DiSH for Dec. 30
In 1968, LA Laker center Wilt Chamberlain gave HS Junior Bill Walton a little encouragement. In 1978, the NHL swallowed up four WHA teams. In 1990, Orlando's…
Sports History NetworkA Hoax in History: The Tale of Harvard and the Rose Bowl
The Great Rose Bowl Hoax: When a 3-6 Harvard Team Was "Invited" to Pasadena While the modern era is seeing a slow return of Ivy League teams considering…
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Woody Hayes Bareknuckle Punched a Player, Bear Bryant says 'goodbye', and the Chicago Bears win a title - This DiSH for Dec. 29
In 1978, Ohio State's Woody Hayes punched Clemson linebacker Charlie Bauman after a turnover. It led to Hayes' firing a few days later. In 1982, Alabama's Paul…
Sports History NetworkWho are the most iconic college football players to wear jersey number 2?
The Deuce’s Dynasty: Ranking College Football’s Most Legendary Number 2s In college football, a jersey number is more than just identification; it’s a symbol…
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Yaron Weitzman on the Lebron Lakers
Going all the way back to the days of George Mikan, the NBA's Lakers have dominated the sport like no other team. But in recent years self-centeredness and…
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The 'Greatest Game Ever Played,' 50th Anniversary of the 'Hail Mary,' and First NFL Championship game - This DiSH for Dec. 28
In 1958, the Baltimore Colts beat the New York Giants to win the NFL Championship. In 1975, the Dallas Cowboys beat the Minnesota Vikings with a dramatic TD in…
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Detroit Lions repeat as Champions, Archie Griffin won the first of two Heismans, and Tim Hardaway's ignominious record - This DiSH for Dec. 27
In 1953, a Bobby Layne to Jimmy Doran pass and catch with under 2 minutes to play won the Championship for the Detroit Lions over Cleveland. In 1998, Emmit…
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A Fitzmagic show in Vegas, the original Mud Bowl, and Secret Back Office Machinations for the Babe - This DiSH for Dec. 26
In 2020, QB Ryan Fitzpatrick completed what Patrick Mahomes called, 'the greatest no-look pass ever' to rally the Miami Dolphins over the Las Vegas Raiders. In…
Sports History NetworkThe Nesser Brothers: Forgotten NFL Pioneers
The Pro Football Time Machine is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Back in the prehistoric days of…
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Patrick Ewing delivered a Christmas Miracle at the Garden, Stenerud 'Grinched' it up for the Chiefs, and Gordie Howe turned Santa Claus on the ice - This DiSH for Dec. 25
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays! In 1985, the New York Knicks erased a 25 point Boston Celtic lead to win in OT. Rookie Patrick Ewing scored 32. In 1986…
Sports History NetworkThe Historical Significance of Philip Rivers’ NFL Resurgence
The current state of the National Football League has been profoundly altered as we approach the conclusion of 2025, marked notably by the extraordinary return…
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Browns beat the Rams by a Toe, Baseball Free Agency goes from a trickle to a Flood, and Broadway Joe in 4K - This DiSH for Dec. 24
In 1950, the Cleveland Browns beat the Los Angeles Rams after Lou Groza kicked the go ahead field goal. In 1969, Curt Flood delivered a letter to MLB…
Sports History NetworkGridiron Grit: Insights and Predictions for NFL Week 17
Week 16 Recap: Darin's Hot Hand and Ed's Christmas Conundrum The NFL season is winding down, and the stakes for the "Big Bold Predictions" segment are higher…
Sports History NetworkEpisode 279 - The First Game REDUX || Ep. 177 Re-Air
For this Christmas week episode, we're re-airing Episode 177 from January 2, 2024. We had done a redux of our very first episode, telling the story of…
Sports History NetworkMonday Night Football (Part 1) - Mark and Dave Relive The Early Days of Monday Night Football
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE EPISODE SUMMARY Monday Night…
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And the Lord did doth place the ball into Franco Harris' humble hands, Chaminade beat #1 Virginia, and the birth of Captain Comeback - This DiSH for Dec. 23
In 1972, Pittsburgh running back Franco Harris caught a ricocheted ball and ran in the game winning touchdown. Many questions surround that play to this day…
Sports History NetworkUnveiling the 1921 San Diego East West Christmas Classic
This podcast episode delves into the historical significance of the 1921 San Diego East West Christmas Classic, an intriguing yet ephemeral football game that…