Sports History Network

The May 9 People & Events Important to Sports History

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We celebrate sports history this May 9 by remembering the people and events associated with the day of May 9.We want to thank the following sources fo...

The Football Archaeology of What Could Be the 1st Forward Pass Extra Point Conversion with Timothy Brown

09 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy P. Brown brings us another excellent case of super sleuthing the gridiron history as he believes he has found an account of the 1st forward pa...

Great Plays of the Decade (Tom Dempsey's Record-Breaking Field Goal

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe decade of t...

Historian Joe Ziemba Shares Stories of Some Pieces of his Chicago Cardinals Memorabilia Collection

08 May 2023

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Historian Joe Ziemba Shares Stories of Some Pieces of his Chicago Cardinals Memorabilia Collection. The History comes to life when you see period piec...

A May 8 Baseball Story and more great Sports History of the day

08 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We start with a story that enters around some May 8 sports history and then fill in the rest o the day's sports history.We want to thank the following...

Week 1 of the Spring Japanese Gridiron Season

08 May 2023

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The spring exhibition season has begun for both the X-League and collegiate teams, and the three provide the scores of all the games played. The guys ...

The Hall of Fame Sports History of May 5

05 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We celebrate the amazing people and events associated with May 5 in this podcast tribute.Find out more on May 5 sports history at Pigskin Dispatch and...

Greatest Sports Jersey Moments on the 4th of May's History

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are happy to share the Sports History on 4th of May.There is much more to enjoy for May 4 found on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch.We want to ...

The 1932 NFL Season is Featured in Football History Rewind Part 71

04 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our year-by-year look at the history of American football takes us to the 1932 Pro Football season. We dive into the top teams of the NFL that season ...

Episode #101: The Broken Hearts Club

04 May 2023

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What do you get when a Kings fan, a Bruins fan, and a Rangers fan get together after the 1st round of the NHL Playoffs to record a show? The Broken He...

GET REAL with Kacey Kasem

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 7th epi...

The Top Events in Sports History for May 3

03 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The baseball, football, hickey, and basketball items associated with May 3 are a wide array of exciting topics.Learn more on the Pigskin Dispatch and ...

Baseball Memorabilia and More with Joe Ziemba

03 May 2023

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Sports historian and author Joe Ziemba takes us inside his collection of great baseball artifacts and more, with fascinating stories that teach us abo...

Episode 143 - The Greatest College Player: Tom Gola

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

At one time Tom Gola was considered the greatest college player of all time. Not only is he the all-time NCAA leader in rebounds, but he also led L...

Dallas Cowboys Draft Picks History (w/ Mark and Dave) - Part 1

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMark and Dave are back. This time to...

The Football Archaeology of an Odd Penalty Enforcement with Timothy P. Brown

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Timothy Brown brings us a truly amazing tale of a two-yard penalty from football history. Timothy Brown's FootballArchaeology.com is a website dedicat...

The Top Sports History Events Associated With May 2

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Covering May 2 Sports History in events and Hall of Fame Birthdays.Find Much May 2 Sports History on more on Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey DispatchWe wa...

The Turcottes: A Horseracing Dynasty with Curtis Stock

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This week marks the 50th anniversary of Secretariat winning the Kentucky Derby. In this episode of Historically Speaking Sports' Dana Auguster talks w...

Willis Brennan: The Chicago Cardinal That Helped Solve One of America's Most Notorious Crimes!

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When Football Is Football is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYOn November 6, 1927, a few tho...

The Top Moments in May 1 Sports History

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the great sports history of May 1 in this episode as we have items from the NBA, MLB, College Football, and the NFL.There is more on May ...

Pottsville Maroons Historian Jeff Payne Joins us to Discuss Pieces of His Collection That Tell of the Lost 1925 NFL Title

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Pottsville Maroons had the top record in the NFL in 1925. All signs pointed to them being crowned the NFL Champions for the season. Still, a lucra...

Draft Recap. Tannehill Rumors.

01 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Talkin' Two Tone is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWe are back with another episode o...

The Top Moments in Sports History for April 29

29 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The people and events in athletics that made history on April 29 are celebrated and remembered.We want to thank the following sources for their brilli...

Steelers Fan of The Year 2001, Harv Aronson Joins Us to Talk About Fandom

29 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Harv Aronson, the talented and knowledgeable Sports Historian, and writer, was born and raised in Pittsburgh. He has Steelers Football running through...

The Annals of April 28 Sports History

28 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learn about the great sports history of April 28 in this episode as we have items from the NBA, MLB, College Football, and the NFL.There is more on Ap...

Dr. Greg Kaliss Talks About His Latest Book: Beyond the Black Power Salute centering on Athlete Activism

28 Apr 2023

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Dr. Gregory J. Kaliss takes us back in time to the late 1960s and discusses the change in politics and economics due to the actions of athletes.Greg K...

The 1932 College Football Season at a Glance - Football History Rewind Part 70

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our year-by-year look at the history of American football takes us to the 1932 College Football season. We dive into the top teams and big games ...

The Hall of Fame Sports History Dispatch of April 27

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Stars of Sports stands out on April 27 with some monumental games, plays, and birthdays celebrated.Find More of the history of April 27 in sports ...

Episode #100: Will the Strong Survive?

27 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marty's Illegal Stock is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.In this episode, Mazzatti and Scott look at each ...

Random Thoughts about the Draft

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYRandom thoughts about ...

Bob Lung (Big Guy Fantsy Sports and The Fantasy Football Expo)

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE DESCRIPTION:In this 6t...

April 26 Sports Break, History of the Day

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Sports History of the Day for April 26 from baseball, basketball, and football.There is much more found for April 26 Sports history at Jersey Disp...

Sports & the Presidents Presented by Our Guest Chris Cillizza From His Latest Book

26 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Author Chris Cillizza joins us to discuss his latest book "Power Players: Sports, Politics and the American Presidency." You have probably seen Mr. Ci...

Episode 142 - The Dave Zarum Exclusive

25 Apr 2023

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Today, Rick interviews Dave Zarum, author of the basketball history book NBA 75: The Definitive History. He is a Toronto-based sports journalist sp...

The 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates: A Championship Season to Remember

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYThe 1971 Pittsburgh Pirates were a te...

The Significant Sports History for April 25

25 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Sports History on April 25 is deep-rooted, diverse, and interesting. Join us as we explore items from football, baseball, hockey, and basketball.T...

Presidents and Sports with Chris Cillizza

25 Apr 2023

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Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYVeteran journalist Chris...

The Spectacular Sports History of April 24

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We have items that occurred on this date, such as the founding of an NFL Franchise, A couple of important NFL Drafts filled with Hall of Famers, Hall ...

The Football Archaeology of the Almost Impromptu 1932 NFL "Title" Game

24 Apr 2023

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Timothy P. Brown discusses a recent Tidbit Post that answered a reader's question about the 1932 NFL Championship. Join us at the Pigskin Dispatch w...

We learn about Horse Racing Royalty, the Turcotte Family, as Author Curtis Stock Shares Their Story

24 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In celebration of the 50th Anniversary Triple Crown Win of the legendary Secretariat and rider Ron Turcotte, writer Curtis Stock has composed a b...

Forgotten Franchises: St. Louis Hawks

23 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

For many NBA fans, the Hawks have always been in Atlanta. However for a dwindling number of NBA fans, they could remember a time that the Hawks were l...

An All-Star Line up of Experts Tell the Tale of the Frankford Yellow Jackets

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We went deep into our thousands of archived podcasts and brought up some experts in Scott Fergusen-Green, Brian Michael, Mike Moran, and Upton Bell, t...

The Amazing Events in Sports History That Took Place on April 21

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sports history is made every day of the year, including April 21. We will preserve at least a small sampling from some great athletes daily based on t...

2005 NY Giants Draft

21 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWhat can we learn from...

The April 20 High Points in Sports History

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join us on a journey back in time to cover some of the most iconic moments in sports history that occurred on April 20. We include big games, record-s...

Episode #99: It's Playoff Time!

20 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marty's Illegal Stock is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.It's playoff time in the NHL and in this episode,...

Dr. Kevin Murray (Fantasy Football Unlimited and ESPN Commissioner of the Year)

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this 5th epi...

Celebrating the Sports History of April 19 in Pigpen Style

19 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The April 19 Sports historical events, milestone moments, and birthdays of VIPs and Hall of Famers from the Football, Baseball, Basketball, and Hockey...

5 Year Anniversary of The Football History Dude

18 Apr 2023

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The Football History Dude is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.NETWORK SPONSORSRow One - the vinta...

Episode 141 - The NIT

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Although it has since been taken over in size by the NCAA, the National Invitational Tournament was once the most prestigious collegiate basketball...

The Legacy of the 1970s Pittsburgh Pirates: A Dominant Decade

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYAlthough a player's strike caused the...

The Sports History Dispatch of April 18

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Enjoy remembering some of the history of the sport for April 18. We have so much more at Pigskin Dispatch and Jersey Dispatch for the day too.We want ...

The Football Archaeology of Football's First fake Field Goal with Timothy P. Brown

18 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of the top experts in early football rules history Timothy P. Brown joins us on the discussion to research some creative early kicking plays of Co...

Fantasy Football Origin Stories: Matthew Berry (The Talented Mr. Roto)

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

***This episode was originally aired on Fantasy Football Origin Stories***Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Netw...

The Early History of Washington and Jefferson Football

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of the early powerhouses in college pigskin play was the Washington and Jefferson Presidents from just South of Pittsburgh. The teams from W and J...

The Hall of Fame Sports History Dispatch for April 17

17 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The History of April 17 Sports is filled with Hall of Fame players doing their thing at high levels. We also celebrate these legends of sports for tho...

Fantasy Football Origin Stories: John Bush (Science of Fantasy Football)

16 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

***This episode originally aired on Fantasy Football Origin Stories***Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network ...

Fantasy Football Origin Stories: Dave Richard (CBS Sports Fantasy Football Today)

15 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

***This episode originally aired on Fantasy Football Origin Stories****Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network...

All Time Starting 9's: AL West

15 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYWe continue with our ser...

Fantasy Football Origin Stories: Adam Aizer (CBS Sports Fantasy Football Today)

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

****This episode was originally aired on my new podcast, Fantasy Football Origin Stories****Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sp...

The Hall of Fame Sports History for April 14

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

April 14 is just riddled with events associated with legends and Hall of Fame players for the big four in North American Sports. From Birthdays to big...

Gridiron Greats The Podcast Episode #127

14 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Join Gridiron Greats Magazine Publisher and Editor Bob Swick along with his co-host Joe Squires for the all new 2023 podcast of Gridiron Greats Magazi...

1899: The Cardinals' First Season

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

When Football Is Football is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYBefore player drafts, salary c...

The Sports History of April 13 Dispatched

13 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We remember the people, places, teams, and events associated with fantastic moments in sports that occurred on April 13.Catch more details on sports h...

Matthew Berry (The Talented Mr. Roto)

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this fourth ...

The Sports History of April 12 & the Jersey Numbers that stood out

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

A sports Break for April 12 and the sports Numbers that ruled this day in Sports History.Find more April 12 Sports History on Jersey Dispatch and Pigs...

The History of the 1931 NFL Season: Football History Rewind Part 69

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The 1931 Professional football season saw just one League, the NFL standing as the Great Depression was in full swing. The season has plenty of reason...

Episode #98: Will the Presidents Trophy be a Curse and Some Opinions Sure to Ruffle Some Feathers

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marty's Illegal Stock is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.In this episode, the boys discuss:🚨 Why the Bo...

The Great Undrafted (From the Vaults)

12 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYDoes success in the NF...

Episode 140 - The Journey of Paul Mokeski

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In all ways, Paul Mokeski did not look the part of an NBA player. His body shape and appearance gave him the image more of an accountant than a profes...

1969 New York Jets (The Year After The Guarantee)

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYMuch has been said and written about ...

PFRA Podcast: Jon and George chat with Jon Kendle of the Pro Football Hall of Fame

11 Apr 2023

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The Official PFRA Podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.LINKSThe Official PFRA Podcast WebsiteTh...

The Top Sports History Events of April 11 Along with Hall of Fame Players Born on the day

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We celebrate the sport's history of April 11 with news and HOF birthdays from the gridiron, MLB, and the NBA hardwoods.More details and items from Apr...

The Football Archaeology of the Integrity of Michigan Captain Gerald Ford with Timothy P Brown

11 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Despite what people may have thought of him as a politician and President of the United States, Gerald Ford had great integrity and discipline. Perhap...

April 10 Sports History including the MLB Color Barrier being Broken and the Yankees first game

10 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Indeed April 10 is a special day in baseball and Sports History, including the MLB Color Barrier being broken by Jackie Robinson signing a contract wi...

"Suds Series" with Jonathan Daniel

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

There was a lot more to the 1982 World Series than fans know. Not only was it between the St. Louis Cardinals of the National League and the Milwaukee...

The Top Sports History Events of April 9

09 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This Sports Break covers the Top Sports History Events for April 9. Events, milestone performances, and Hall of Fame birthdays are remembered and salu...

April 8 Sports Break filled with Sports History of the Day

08 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Find out what happened in sports history on the date of April 8: Hall of Fame birthdays, big games, plays and record-setting events.We have more on Pi...

We Celebrate Walter Camp on his April 7 Birthday with Biographer Roger Tamte

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We get quite the education on the Father of American Football, Walter Camp, by Roger R. Tamte, who wrote a very in-depth book on Camp, and Roger comes...

The Top Events in Sports History for April 7

07 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We are happy to share some of the greatest moments on April 7, Sports History. We span the spectrum of team sports for this April 7 and talk about pe...

April 6 Sports History Headlines

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The great events, people, and teams that had monumental moments in sports history on April 6.Get more details on April 6 sports history at Pigskin Dis...

ESPN's "Hembo" discusses "Got Your Number" a book he co-wrote with Mike Greenberg

06 Apr 2023

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ESPN's Paul "Hembo" Hembekides visits to discuss a book he co-wrote with Mike "Greeny" Greenberg titled Got Your Number, a book of 100 stories about ...

Episode #97 NHL Awards!

06 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Marty's Illegal Stock is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports YesteryearIn this episode, the boys get a jump on the NHL Aw...

Dr. John Bush (Science of Fantasy Football)

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Fantasy Football Origin Stories is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this third e...

April 5 Sports History from Jersey Dispatch

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Sports History and Birthdays of Hall of Fame Players continue on Jersey Dispatch as we celebrate this April 5 with some great items. Historical it...

Celebrating Pop Warner's Life of Football with His Biographer Jeff Miller

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

It is always a thrill to catch up with my friend Jeff Miller and have the opportunity to pick his brain about the football history he is so passionate...

NDN All-Stars Podcast - Ross Anderson

05 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode, it is my pleasure to spea...

Lawrence McCutcheon and the 1975 Postseason

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARY The featu...

Episode 139 - The Air Jordan

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Sonny Vaccaro changed the advertisement game forever when he paid college teams to wear Nike shoes, inventing the idea of endorsements in basketball, ...

1978 - The Second "World's Strongest Man Competition

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn my last article, I wrote about the...

The Football Archaeology of the Warner Brothers of Football with Timothy P. Brown

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

One of the top experts in early football rules history, Timothy P. Brown joins us on the discussion to celebrate Pop Warner to give some inp...

Author Jeff Miller Shares the Hunchback Play of Pop Warner

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our friend Historian Jeff Miller, had a book on Pop Warner, titled "Pop Warner: A Life on the Gridiron," from a couple of years ago, which is the most...

The Greatest Events in Sports History for April 4

04 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We cover the top moments on April 4, Sports History, birthdays of Hall of Fame players, and more.Find out more on PigskinDispatch.com and JerseyDispat...

April 3 Sports History from Jersey Dispatch

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Catch the Hockey, Football, Basketball, and Baseball Hall of Fame birthdays, big MLB signings, trades, and more for April 3.There is more on our websi...

Author Dave Jordan talks about his latest book written with HOF Dave Parker titled Cobra

03 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Author Dave Jordan joined us recently to discuss a book he wrote a few years back with a baseball legend, Dave Parker. The book titled: Cobr...

Gridiron America- The Football Learning Academy

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On a morning where the cherry blossoms were blooming and Scott was watching his UAB Blazers lose a heart breaker at the NIT, Greg sat down with ⁠Ken...

Top Events in April 2 Sports History

02 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The top events in sports history on April 2 included an NBA MVP, a baseball trade, and multiple sports Hall of Fame individuals celebrating birthdays....

Final Four 2023: Houston! We have seen this before!

01 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the Historically Speaking Sports Podcast Dana Auguster talks about the this year's final four in Houston. Some consider this Nation...

The Great Events in Sports History from April 1

01 Apr 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Listen to some of the top events in North American Sports History by some of the greatest athletes that have ever suited up the gear to entertain us. ...

The Dark Years: The 1980's Steelers

31 Mar 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Hello Old Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.EPISODE SUMMARYIn this episode we debut...