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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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Babe Didrikson Zaharias won the US Open, NFL Players went on Strike for the First time, and Tony Cloninger swung a big bat - This DiSH for July 3
In 1954, Babe Didrikson Zaharias won her third US Open while she battle cancer. In 1968, NFL players went on strike for the first time, leading to the first…
Sports History NetworkMagical Orioles Weekends Pt 2
StatMan and Robin is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY During the Orioles Magic era (1979-83) there…
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The War Hero vs. the Draft Dodger, Major Leaguer Ed Delahanty fell off a bridge, and Short Pants at Wimbledon? <gasp> - This DiSH for July 2
In 1921, Jack Dempsey beat Georges Carpentier in a battle between a draft dodger and a war hero. In 1903, Major Leaguer Ed Delahanty fell off a bridge and died…
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Semi-Pro Football Hall of Famer Averell Harris
The Official PFRA Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. LINKS The Official PFRA Podcast Website The…
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We "Throw" Down With 4-Time Discus World Record Holder Mac Wilkins!
Under the Radar is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY He's 'Under the Radar' now, but from the…
Sports History NetworkRemembering Tampa Bay’s First Two Seasons
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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Tim Howard 'the Minister of Defense,' Rube Waddell's Immaculate Inning, and a No-Hitter in a loss - This DiSH for July 1
In 2014, US goalkeeper Tim Howard set a World Cup record with 16 saves. In 1902, Philadelphia's Rube Waddell pitched an immaculate inning. In 1990, New York…
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This DiSH Special Episode - Happy Bobby Bonilla Day!
How are the New York Mets, Bobby Bonilla, and Ponzi schemer Bernie Madoff connected?
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167: Chuck Klein - MLB
When Chuck Klein broke into Major League Baseball with the Philadelphia Phillies in 1928, few knew about the power he possessed. In just 64 games, he connected…
Sports History NetworkAre Women As Strong As Men? (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 first USA…
Sports History NetworkAre Women As Strong As Men? (Part 2)
NO NONSENSE, OLD SCHOOL WEIGHTLIFTING HISTORY is presented by the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. EPISODE…
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Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #175
Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY Rare or Expensive? Bob Swick…
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Nap Lajoie's Socks nearly killed him, the Longest Pro Football Game in History, and Bobby Jones won another US Open - This DiSH for June 30
In 1905, Nap Lajoie developed a blood infection that was attributed to his dyed socks running into a cut in his leg. In 1978, the Chicago White Sox named Larry…
Sports History NetworkFrom Ashes to Triumph: The Resilience of the 1936 Gophers Football Team
1936 Minnesota Football Team Hotel Fire: Timothy Brown detailed an incident from 1936 where the University of Minnesota football team, coached by Bernie…
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Building the perfect boxer
Every great fighter brings something different to the ring. Some had lightning-fast hands, others possessed granite chins. Some could make opponents miss by…
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Happy Canada Day! CFL Week 4
Gridiron America Radio is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY We start the early celebration of Canada…
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'No Era Penal,' Pelé scored a brace in his WC Final debut, and 'The Miracle on Grass' - This DiSH for June 29
In 2014, the Netherlands beat Mexico in a round of 16 World Cup match after Arjen Robben's dramatic flop in what became known as 'No Era Penal.' In 1986…
Sports History NetworkThe NFL's First 20 Years of Overall Number One Draft Picks
Total Sports Recall (TSR) is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. TOTAL SPORTS RECALL HOMEPAGE EPISODE SUMMARY This…
Sports History NetworkThis Week in NDN All-Stars History: Jack Dempsey, Joe Lewis, Rickie Fowler, and Willie Stargell | June 28–July 4
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY This week in NDN All-Stars history features some…
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Just scored four, Tyson took two bites out of Holyfield, and Frick told Cincy fans 'not so fast' - This DiSH for June 28
In 1958, France's Just Fontaine scored four goals in a 6-3 win over West Germany. He finished the tournament with 13 goals to set the World Cup record. In…
Sports History NetworkThe Birth of the NFL Draft: A Historic Encounter in Chicago
The narrative unfolds in February 1936, in a hotel lobby in Chicago, where a pivotal moment in sports history transpires between George Halas, owner of the…
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The Battle of Bern, Lee Trevino struck by lightning, and lightning struck twice for Willie McCovey - This DiSH for June 27
In 1954, Hungary and Brazil played an overly physical match that resulted in fights breaking out on the pitch and in the lockerrooms. Hungary won 4-2 in a…
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Denmark surprised Germany to win the UEFA Euro Cup, Patterson stunned by Johansson, Kobe Bryant drafted by the Hornets - This DiSH for June 26
In 1992, Denmark, who had not even qualified for the UEFA Euro Cup, beat Germany to win the tournament. In 1959, Sweden's Ingemarr Johansson knocked out Floyd…
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The Disgrace of Gijon, The Battle of Nuremburg, and Sugar Ray Robinson's eerie premonition came true - This DiSH for June 25
In 1982, West Germany and Austria played a farce of a World Cup match so that they could both go through to the next round. In 2006, a World Cup match between…
Sports History Network1925: A Pinnacle Year in Football History
1925 stands as a monumental year in the annals of football history, a year we have meticulously celebrated across our platforms, including the Pigskin Dispatch…
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Benny Fellhaber's Watershed Goal for the USMNT, the New Jersey Devils swept the Red Wings, and Bobby Jones tore up his scorecard and walked off - This DiSH for June 24
In 2007, Benny Fellhaber scored an amazing goal on a volley to lift the US 2-1 over Mexico. In 1995, the New Jersey Devils won their first Stanley Cup in a…
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Empires Rising and Falling- CFL Week 3
Gridiron America Radio is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY As we enter week 4 of the 2026 CFL…
Sports History NetworkAre Women As Strong As Men? (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 first USA…
Sports History NetworkAre Women As Strong As Men? (Part 1)
NO NONSENSE, OLD SCHOOL WEIGHTLIFTING HISTORY is presented by the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear. EPISODE…
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Landon Donovan's Miracle Goal, Jim Thome unclogged the logjam, and a most Unusual No-Hitter - This DiSH for June 23
In 2010, Landon Donovan scored a goal in stoppage time to give the US a 1-0 win over Algeria and advance to the knockout round. In 1996, the Scottish Claymores…
Sports History NetworkFrom Tragedy to Triumph: The Remarkable Story of Eugene Neely
This podcast episode delves into the inspiring narrative of Eugene "Gus" Neely, an individual who, despite suffering the profound adversity of losing his right…
Sports History NetworkEpisode 317 - Interview with Former NFL Defensive Back Quintin Demps
Today, our special guest is Quintin Demps. After graduating from the University of Texas at El Paso, Quintin was drafted by the Philadelphia Eagles. Throughout…
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Maradona's Two Iconic World Cup goals vs. England, Escobar's Fatal Own Goal, and Joe Louis beat Max Schmelling - This DiSH for June 22
In 1986, Argentina's Diego Maradona scored his 'Hand of God' goal and his 'Goal of the Century' in a 2-1 win against England. In 1994, Columbia's Andres…
Sports History NetworkThe Galloping Ghost 1925: Red Grange's Historic Impact on Football
The episode elucidates the transformative journey of Red Grange, who, in 1925, emerged as a pivotal figure in American football, irrevocably altering its…
Sports History Network1920: The Year Football Redefined Its Legacy
The year 1920 marks a pivotal moment in the annals of football history, as it heralded the inception of the American Professional Football Association, which…
Sports History NetworkThis Week in NDN All-Stars History: Joe Lewis, Kyrie Irving, Carey Price, and Billy Mills | June 21–27
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY This week in NDN All-Stars history features…
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Did Peru throw their World Cup match against Argentina?, Controversial end to '88 NBA Finals, and LeBron won his first - This DiSH for June 21
In 1978, Argentina beat Peru 6-0 to advance to the final of the World Cup. Some believe Peru were coerced into laying down. in 1970, Brazil beat Italy 4-1 to…
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'Get it close, hell, I’m going to sink it,' Payne Stewart won the US Open, and Ken Venturi nearly died on his way to a win - This DiSH for June 20
In 1982, Tom Watson sank a tricky chip in to take the lead at the US Open and went on to beat Jack Nicklaus by two shots at Pebble Beach. In 1999, Payne…
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Coaching Mt. Rushmores
New York has McGraw, Holzman, and Stengel. Boston has Belichick and Auerbach, Los Angeles offers Riley and Lasorda. In this episode we name the Coaching Mt…
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Len Bias' Tragic Death, Carolina Hurricanes won their first Stanley Cup, and the Steelers and Eagles Merged - This DiSH for June 19
In 1986, former Maryland basketball star and recently drafted Boston Celtic Len Bias died. In 2006, the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Edmonton Oilers 3-1 in…
Sports History NetworkMagical Orioles Weekends Pt 1
StatMan and Robin is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY During the Orioles Magic era (1979-83) there…
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Tiger Woods Unreal US Open win, Golf Digest identified the World's Worst Golfer, and the Red Sox score 17 - This DiSH for June 18
In 2000, Tiger Woods blitzed the field at the US Open, winning by a record 15 shots. In 1985, four golfers competed at TPC Sawgrass to determine the World's…
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The Greatest World Cup Match ever, USMNT beat Mexico Dos a Cero, and the OJ Bronco chase - This DiSH for June 17
In 1970, a flurry of goals by West Germany and Italy in extra time in a World Cup Semifinal had some calling this the best World Cup game ever. In 2002, the US…
Sports History NetworkThe Birth of Professional Football: A Pivotal Gathering in Canton, Ohio
On September 17, 1914, a pivotal gathering occurred in Canton, Ohio, wherein a confluence of football team owners convened to establish the nascent framework…
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166: Baseball & The Korean War - MLB
Baseball’s golden age collided with one of the most turbulent periods in American history when war broke out on the Korean Peninsula in 1950. In this episode…
Sports History NetworkEpisode 298 - The Origin of March Madness
College basketball had existed for over 40 years when the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament was created. But why did it take so long? Well, we have the NIT to…
Sports History Network1996 New York Yankees (Part 3)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE EPISODE SUMMARY Join Mark as he…
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2 quadrillion to one odds, Chicago RB Brian Piccolo died, and Kareem traded from Milwaukee to LA - This DiSH for June 16
In 2013, Justin Rose won the US Open; to date his only major tournament win despite coming close several times. In 1989, four golfers hit a hole in one on the…
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A Deep Dive into the Worst Draft Picks in NFL History
The episode delves into the profound ramifications of poor decision-making in the NFL draft, with a particular focus on the egregious selections made by the…
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The First Gridiron Game
The Official PFRA Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. LINKS The Official PFRA Podcast Website The…
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Mike Goes to Washington (for the United Bowl), Plus CFL Week 2
Gridiron America Radio is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY The second official episode of Gridiron…
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HSS Special: New York Knicks Championship reaction
After 53 years of heartache, bad teams and near misses, the New York Knicks are now the toast of the NBA. Saturday night, behind Jalen Brunson's 45 point…
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Shinnecock Hills returned to US Open rotation, Johnny Vander Meer pitched his 2nd straight no-hitter, and a rainout at the Astrodome - This DiSH for June 15
In 1986, Raymond Floyd shot a final round 66 to win the US Open at Shinnecock Hills. In 1938, Johnny Vander Meer pitched his second consecutive no-hitter. In…
Sports History NetworkThis Week in NDN All-Stars History: Zach Whitecloud, Joe Lewis, Rickie Fowler, and Orville Moody | June 14–20
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY This week in NDN All-Stars history features…
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New York broke a 54-year old curse, Detroit's Microwave heated up just in time, and Philly's Eddie Waitkus shot by a crazed fan - This DiSH for June 14
Congrats to the New York Knicks on winning their first NBA title in 53 years. In 1994, the New York Rangers broke a 54-year championship drought when they beat…
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Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #174
Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY With Special Guest Gridiron…
Sports History NetworkOverall Number One Draft Picks-Chapter 1: Major League Baseball
Total Sports Recall (TSR) is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear. TOTAL SPORTS RECALL HOMEPAGE EPISODE SUMMARY This…
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Ben Hogan won his 4th US Open, the 'Cinderella Man' fight, and Steve Kerr hit the championship game winner - This DiSH for June 13
In 1953, Ben Hogan won the US Open in a year that he would win three of golf's major championships. In 1997, Detroit Red Wing Vladimir Konstantinov along with…
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Dock Ellis' LSD No-Hitter, Ben Roethlisberger's Motorcycle Accident, and the Bulls won their first NBA Title - This DiSH June 12
In 1970, Pittsburgh Pirates pitcher Dock Ellis claimed he pitched a no-hitter against San Diego under the influence of LSD. In 2006, Pittsburgh Steelers QB Ben…
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Catastrophe at LeMans, Tragedy in a Tall Ships race, and Michael Jordan's 'Flu Game' - This DiSH for June 11
In 1955, a horrific crash during the 24 Hours of LeMans race led to the death of one driver and 83 spectators. In 1984, the Marques sank in the Cutty Sark Tall…