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This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY In 1993, the Lambeau Leap was born when LeRoy Butler launched himself into the arms first row fans after scoring a touchdown. In 1960, Green Bay lost to Philadelphia in the NFL Championship...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. Here’s the link to the audiobook ‘The American Game’ by Jeff McArthur mentioned in the episode: https://bit.ly/49OTxR3 EPISODE SUMMARY In 1971, the Miami Dolphins outlasted the Kansas City Chiefs in the longest game ever played...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY 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 Commissioner Bowie Kuhn expressing his...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY In 1982, NAIA school Chaminade beat top-ranked Virginia in one of the greatest upsets of all-time. In 1972, Pittsburgh running back Franco Harris caught a ricocheted ball and ran in the game winning...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. Vote for This Day in Sports History in the Sports Podcast Awards. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/3VAhJ3P EPISODE SUMMARY In 1982, Wayne Gretzky got in one of only his three career fights. In 1969, Pete Maravich...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. Vote for This Day in Sports History in the Sports Podcast Awards. Here’s the link: https://bit.ly/3VAhJ3P EPISODE SUMMARY In 1984, BYU beat a 6-5 Michigan team in the Holiday Bowl to finish the year as...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY In 2005, Laker Kobe Bryant outscored the entire Dallas Mavericks team through 3 quarters. In 1980, NBC broadcast an NFL game without announcers. In 1996, 3-time Indy 500 winner Bobby Unser and a...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. Takeaways: On December 19, 2010, the Eagles staged an incredible comeback against the Giants, scoring 28 points in the final eight minutes. This was the Eagles’ second miracle at the Meadowlands, echoing their historic 1970...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. EPISODE SUMMARY On December 18, 1949, weather conditions nearly forced the postponement of the NFL championship game. The Eagles capitalized on the muddy field, defeating the Rams 14-0 in the championship. In 1932, the Bears...
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network – The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport’s Yesteryear. Takeaways: The first official NFL championship game occurred on December 17, 1933, marking a significant historical moment. Chicago Bears coach George Halas played a crucial role in establishing the NFL championship game concept. The thrilling...