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This Day in Sports History

Thrive Sweet Productions

Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports History is a 365-day journey remembering those significant events that made a lasting impact.

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5:33

Lester Patrick literally saves the day – This DiSH...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/04/07

In 1928, New York Rangers head coach Lester Patrick inserted himself in as the goalie after Lorne Chabot took a puck to the eye. In 1935, Gene Sarazen hit the most famous shot at the Masters. In 1963, Jack Nicklaus won the first of his six Masters Green Jackets. In 1985, Herschel Walker ran for a USFL record 233 yards. And in 1989, the movie 'Major League' opened in theaters.

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7:45

Arnold Palmer wins his first Masters – This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/04/06

In 1958, Arnold Palmer battled the weather, the course conditions, and the other golfers to win his first Masters.Also on this day, the term 'Amen Corner' to describe Augusta National's 11th, 12th, and 13th holes was coined by a Sports Illustrated writer. In 1896, the modern Olympics was born. The US team nearly missed it. In 1997, NHL veteran Craig McTavish retired becoming the final player allowed to play without a helmet. In 1973, Ron Blomberg became the first DH in major league

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4:37

Jack Johnson finally beaten – This DiSH for April 5

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/04/05

In 1915, Jack Johnson lost his first fight since winning the title seven year earlier. In 1984, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar became the all-time leading scorer in the NBA passing Wilt Chamberlain. (He's now second on that list) In 1967, Wilt grabbed an NBA playoff record 41 rebounds against Boston In 2005, the Baylor Bears won the NCAA Women's basketball title, making Kim Mulkey the first woman to win a championship as both a player and a coach. And in 1976, the restriction on dunking was lifted for

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8:10

The Cardiac Pack Beats Phi Slama Jama – This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/04/04

In 1983, NC State beat Houston to win the NCAA Basketball Tournament In 1988, Kansas beat Oklahoma in another surprise NCAA Championship game. In 2021, Stanford beat Arizona to win the Women's NCAA Championship. In 1898, Stanford and Cal played the first ever women's intercollegiate basketball game. And in 1985, Tulane University eliminated its men's basketball program. 'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the

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5:47

Steve Fischer and Michigan win the National...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/04/03

In 1989, Steve Fischer took over the Wolverines right before the tournament started and then led them to the Championship. In 1933, it was the second longest NHL game. And in 2007, Grambling's long-time football coach Eddie Robinson died. '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! If you have an idea for a TDiSH story or if I got something wrong,

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8:39

Shot Clock running down! Time to take the ‘3’! – This...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/04/02

In 1985, the NCAA adopted a shot clock. Then in 1986, the NCAA instituted the three-point shot. In 1977, 'This Week in Baseball' debuted. In 1972, New York Mets manager Gil Hodges died after playing a round of golf with his assistants. In 1982, Billy Martin protested a spring training rule in an unusual way. And in 2022, North Carolina and Duke met for the first time in the NCAA tournament. 'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each

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6:18

No Foolin’! Villanova pulled off the Shocker – This...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/04/01

In 1985, Villanova beat Georgetown to win the NCAA title in a shocker. In 1991, Duke beat Kansas to win it's first NCAA men's basketball championship. In 1978, New York Islander's Mike Bossy became the first NHL rookie to score 50 goals in a season. And in 1969, the Seattle Pilots traded Lou Pinella for a couple of prospects. Also on this day in 1970, the Pilots declared bankruptcy. 'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if

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5:46

John Wooden’s Farewell and Knute Rockne’s Tragic End...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/31

In 1975, UCLA sent Coach John Wooden a winner.In 1931, Notre Dame coach Knute Rockne died in a plane crash. In 1974, the new World Football League team in Toronto signed three Miami Dolphins to play. '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! If you have an idea for a TDiSH story or if I got something wrong, email me at thrivesweet@gmail.com

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6:57

Great day to be an Indiana Hoosier! – This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/30

On this day in 1940, 1981 and again in 1987, Indiana University won the men’s basketball national championship. In In 1991, the Duke Blue Devils knocked off UNLV 79-77 in the national semifinals, leaving Indiana as the last team to go undefeated and win the national title. In 1919, the Stanley Cup was canceled due to an outbreak of the Spanish Flu. And in 2003, Michael Phelps became the youngest man to set a World swimming record. 'This Day in Sports History' is a one PERSON operation. I

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6:37

Michael Jordan hits the game winner vs. Georgetown –...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/29

In 1982, North Carolina beat Georgetown 63-62 to win the National title In 1976, Indiana finished the season a perfect 32-0, winning the national championship against Michigan. In 1981, Louisiana Tech won the AIAW championship. It wasn't the last one but it was the last one before the NCAA started its own women's post-season tournament. In 1998, the Tennessee Lady Vols won their third straight NCAA championship. In 1977, the NFL expanded the regular season to 16 games. And in 1867, Cy Young

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8:50

Christian Laettner hit ‘the Shot’ vs. Kentucky – This...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/28

In 1992, Christian Laettner hit his buzzer beating shot against Kentucky to put Duke in the Final Four. In 1982, it was the first women's NCAA Tournament championship game. In 1984, Robert Irsay loaded up the moving trucks and moved to Indianapolis. And in 1999, David Duval won the Player's Championship while his day Bob won on the Senior PGA Tour. '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,

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4:19

First NCAA Basketball Championship – This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/27

In 1939, the first NCAA Championship was played. In 1902, the Chicago Daily News began calling the local baseball team the Cubs. In 2006, the NFL voted to brand all Wilson game balls with 'The Duke' in memory and honor of Wellington Mara. '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! If you have an idea for a TDiSH story or if I got something wrong,

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6:39

Suffering from Basketball Withdrawal? – This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/26

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 it could have been more if it weren't for those pesky rules. In 1979, it was the classic meeting between

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7:33

The Most Unusual Finish to an NBA game…ever! – This...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/25

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 PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review

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7:54

Griffith vs. ‘Kid Paret,’ Inspiration for ‘Rocky,’...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/24

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 produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review and tell your friends about it! Value the

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6:55

Wilt Chamberlain, Lennie Rosenbluth … and Joe Quigg?...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/23

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 one PERSON operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate

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7:04

Who is Abebe Bikila? And why should you care? – This...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/22

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, subscribe, rate and review and tell your friends about it! Value the Human. If you have an idea for a TDiSH story or

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6:13

The Agony of Defeat – This DiSH for March 21

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/21

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 tell your friends about it! Value the Human. If you have an idea for a TDiSH story or if I got

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5:55

Another Babe on the Baseball Diamond – This DiSH for...

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/20

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 History' is a one person operation. I research, write, voice, and produce each show. So if you like the podcast,

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5:52

Texas Western beats Kentucky – This DiSH for March 19

This Day in Sports History ·

2024/03/19

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 produce each show. So if you like the podcast, subscribe, rate and review and tell your friends about it! Visit the

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