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Sports History Network

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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25:17

The Baltic League: A Growing Hub for American Football

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/17

This episode features a great chat with James Baxenfield about how American football got started and is growing in the Baltic countries, especially Estonia.James explains that football first popped up in Estonia right after the Soviet Union broke up around 1989. It started very small—just informal games with whatever equipment people could find.Now, things are much more organized. Over the last couple of decades, American football has become a more structured sport, with a rising number of local

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15:17

The Miracle at Jordan-Hare, Irish end Sooners'...

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/16

In 2013, two weeks before the 'Kick Six', Auburn had another miracle finish to beat Georgia. In 1957, the Oklahoma Sooners lost for the first time in four years. In 1975, St. Louis Cardinal receiver Mel Gray caught the game tying touchdown, but it was more a phantom catch than a real catch. The Cardinals won in OT. In 2023, the Philadelphia Eagles released a player that hadn’t played for them for 29 years.In 2008, the Eagles and Cincinnati Bengals ended a game tied 13-13. Philly QB Donovan McNabb

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12:04

1975 Baltimore Colts (Part 2)

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/11

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYFrom 1957 to 1971, the Baltimore Colts never experienced a losing season. They played in four NFL Championship games, winning three of them. They also appeared in two AFC Championship games, winning one, and played in two Super Bowls, winning one.But by 1972, age had caught up with them, and combined with some questionable trades, that led to their worst season since 1954. The Colts

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12:56

Knute Rockne's 'Win one for the Gipper' speech, the...

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/10

In 1928, Knute Rockne delivered his 'Win one for the Gipper' speech to fire up his Notre Dame team to go beat Army. In 1984, Maryland erased a 31-point halftime deficit against Miami to win 42-40. In 2018, Davidson rushed for 789 yards in a 56-52 loss to San Diego.In 1957, Charlie Sifford became the first black player to win a professional golf tournament.In 1985, Ron Jaworski hit receiver Mike Quick for a 99-yard strike to end a game against Atlanta.

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29:36

The Rise of Walter Eckersall: Chicago's First Sports...

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/10

The preservation of football history owes a significant debt to the pioneering figures of the sport, and today, we delve into the life of one such luminary, Walter Eckersall. In our discussion with author Chris Serb, we explore the profound impact Eckersal had on Chicago sports and American football at large. Through his remarkable achievements as a three-sport athlete and his subsequent role as a distinguished sports journalist and official, Eckersall's contributions have largely been obscured by

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17:15

Ohio State denied a win in East Lansing, Dr. J and...

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/09

In 1974, Michigan State upset #1 Ohio State. The Buckeyes final TD was denied. It took 45 minutes for game officials and the Big Ten commissioner to determine who actually won it. In 1984, Julius Erving and Larry Bird got in a fight in the Boston Garden. In 1946, in a game between #2 Notre Dame and top-ranked Army that was billed as the Greatest Offensive Battle in the History of College Football’ ended in a 0-0 tie. In 2012, Davidson Day School (NC) QB Will Grier set the national high school single

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16:02

Episode 273 - Following John Wooden

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/04

When John Wooden retired from coaching UCLA, the big question was how do you replace John Wooden? Gene Bartow was hired away from Memphis State to take over UCLA. It was a no-win situation. This is that story. But that should not take away from the fact that Bartow was a great coach.CREDITSRick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voiceJacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisherMUSIC"Take Care" by Julian Avila"Horizons" by RoaSPORTS HISTORY

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14:31

Bill Shakespeare authored a Notre Dame win, the Cubs...

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/02

In 1935, Notre Dame scored twice in the final two minutes to beat Ohio State 18-13.In 2016, the Chicago Cubs won the World Series.In 1990, Golden State and Denver combined to score 320 points. It's the most in an NBA game that ended in regulation. In 2002, Manchester United's Diego Forlan scored and then ripped his shirt off to celebrate. he had trouble re-dressing and it led to FIFA ruling that shirtless celebrations henceforth would result in a yellow card. In 1988, a San Francisco radio station

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08:08

Exploring the Career of Larry Little

Sports History Network ·

2025/11/01

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 AMAZONFrom the Outhouse to the Penthouse: The Football Journey of Hall of Famer Larry LittleFree 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 RecordAmerica's Trailblazing Middle Linebacker: The Story of NFL Hall of Famer Willie LanierThe Year

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01:01:05

Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #165

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/23

Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of theSports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWith Michigan State Historian and Collector Brandon KinterGRIDIRON GREATS MAGAZINE BACKGROUNDGridiron Greats covers 140+ years of North American football history and memorabilia. It was founded in 2002 and published by Franklin Rose who then turned over to Bob Swick and Swick Enterprises starting with Issue 23.Editor and publisher, Bob Swick has been collecting football cards

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09:10

HSS 2025 World Series Bulletin

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/22

This is a short bulletin previewing from a historical perspective the upcoming World Series. In this, the 121 edition of the fall classic, features the National League and defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers. looking to repeat as World Champions and to claim its ninth World Series in history They will face the Toronto Blue Jays, looking to win its first title in 32 years when they themselves won back to back titles under manager Cito Gaston in the early 1990s. Mentioned in this

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59:44

Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #164

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/22

Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of theSports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWith Special Guest Author Timothy P. BrownGRIDIRON GREATS MAGAZINE BACKGROUNDGridiron Greats covers 140+ years of North American football history and memorabilia. It was founded in 2002 and published by Franklin Rose who then turned over to Bob Swick and Swick Enterprises starting with Issue 23.Editor and publisher, Bob Swick has been collecting football cards since 1965. He

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14:00

Episode 271 - Jumpin' Joe Fulks

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/21

Jumpin’ Joe Fulks was the NBA’s very first scoring leader back in 1947. He also led his team, the Philadelphia Warriors, to the very first NBA championship. Yet, he hardly ever gets talked about today. We correct that with this episode.CREDITSRick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voiceJacob Loayza: Editor, producer, and publisherMUSIC"1940s Slow Dance" by Doug"Horizons" by RoaSPORTS HISTORY

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11:54

1955 Brooklyn Dodgers (Part 1)

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/21

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe 1955 Brooklyn Dodgers finally beat the Yankees to win their first and only World Series in Brooklyn. Relive the journey of “Dem Bums” from heartbreak to glory.You can read the full blog post here.YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUNDHost 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

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02:18:46

Our Top 5 Best College Football Teams

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/20

Historically Speaking Sports co hosts Dana Auguster and Charles Combs are both natives of Louisiana and also the southern part of the United States where college football is more than just a sport. On Saturdays in the fall it is the south's secular religion. In this edition of this podcast, Dana and Charles highlight teams they they consider the best college football teams they had ever seen. The teams that are highlighted are some of the best college football teams ever. Most won championships

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08:24

Fosbury's Flop Finishes First, the Triple Play that...

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/20

In 1968, Dick Fosbury revolutionized high jumping when he introduced his new technique to the world. In 1992, it was a triple play that wasn't in a World Series game. In 2002, Jeff Wilkins kicked the last point as a barefoot kicker ... or did he?

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29:29

A Historic Partnership: The Impact of Summerall and...

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/20

Pat Summerall and John Madden revolutionized the broadcasting of NFL games, creating a partnership that transformed the viewer experience and brought a renewed joy to watching football. In this episode, we engage in a profound discussion with author Rich Podolsky, who has penned a compelling book detailing the remarkable journey of this iconic duo. Podolsky shares insights into their dynamic collaboration, which spanned over two decades, and highlights the profound impact they had on the landscape

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01:03

Under the Radar: Olympic Athletes Ya Gotta Meet...

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/18

Under the Radar is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.UNDER THE RADAR BACKGROUNDUnder the Radar: Olympic Athletes Ya Gotta Meet is a podcast dedicated to highlighting the stories of unsung Olympic athletes past and future who are little-known and yet well worth getting to know. True to the Olympic spirit, these athletes have either demonstrated their heroism in past Games or have a chance to shine in future ones. Your host is Doug Levy, a retired

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08:43

Revisiting a Gridiron Epic: The Bears' Remarkable...

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/16

The episode elucidates the remarkable football contest that transpired on October 16, 2006, between the Chicago Bears and the Arizona Cardinals, a game that has retained its significance in the annals of NFL history. The Chicago Bears, entering as the sole unbeaten team of the season, faced a formidable challenge against the Cardinals, who were striving to recover from a dismal start. The narrative unfolds with the Cardinals establishing a commanding 20-point lead by halftime, seemingly positioning

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47:14

NFL Week 7 Preview: Bold Predictions and Insights

Sports History Network ·

2025/10/15

The conclusion of Week Six in the NFL season of 2025 heralds the commencement of Week Seven, where we delve into the nuances of the previous games while making audacious predictions for the upcoming matchups. Our esteemed guest, Ed Cleese, joins me in a rigorous analysis of the league's dynamics, highlighting the implications of recent performances, particularly the dismal showing of teams such as the Jets and the Cardinals, which raises questions regarding coaching stability. We shall also explore

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