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.
- Update frequency
- every day
- Average duration
- 31 minutes
- Episodes
- 4152
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
Elway vs. Elway, Arnold Palmer's Final Win, and Jim Morris, the 35-year old rookie - This DiSH for Sept. 18
In 1982, Stanford with senior QB John Elway played San Jose State coached by Jack Elway for the fourth and final time.
In 1988, Arnold Palmer won his final golf tournament.
In 1999, 35-year old Jim M…
Author Richard Podolsky
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
Today we talk to author Richard Podolsky about his book Madden and Summ…
Miami scores 17 in final 5:30 to beat Michigan, an Epic Upset in the NFL, and the Tiger/Phil pairing not so good - This DiSH for Sept. 17
In 1988, the top ranked Miami Hurricanes scored 17 points in the final 5:30 to beat #16 Michigan 31-30.
In 1961, the expansion Minnesota Vikings beat the Chicago Bears in the opening week of the seaso…
Unveiling the Bold Predictions for NFL's Week 3
The primary focus of our discussion revolves around the bold predictions for the upcoming week of the NFL season, specifically week three of 2025, as we explore both surprising insights and the evolv…
Episode 266 - Drafting a Champion
In 78 years of NBA Drafts, the top pick has helped his team to a championship only 10 times. Here is that list.
CREDITS
Rick Loayza: Head researcher, writer, and voice
Jacob Loayza: Editor, producer, a…
1972 Dallas Cowboys (Part 1)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
After posting an impressive 69–24–2 record over the last six seasons, including two NF…
Young Tom Morris First Ace at the Open Championship, Rocket Launched Twice, and 184 MPH on a bicycle - This DiSH for Sept. 16
In 1869, Young Tom Morris holed the first Ace in a major golf tournament.
In 1989, Raghib ‘Rocket’ Ismail ran back two kickoffs for TDs against Michigan in a 24-19 win. It was the second time Rocket …
Unraveling the Evolution of Football's Extra Point Play
The focal point of this discourse revolves around the historical evolution of the extra point play in football, a practice that transpires after each touchdown. We are joined by Timothy P. Brown of F…
One Win Away: The Panthers' and Jaguars' first two NFL seasons
September 3rd, 1995 was the start of the 76th season of the National Football league. The San Francisco 49ers were the defending Super Bowl champions and every team was looking at the new season with…
Ali's final win, a whole lot of work for nothin', and the Moonlight Graham of Pitchers - This DiSH for Sept. 15
In 1978, Muhammad Ali beat Leon Spinks to win his third
In 1969, Steve Carlton struck out 19 and lost to the New York Mets
In 1971, Larry Yount was brought in to pitch in his major league debut but nev…
A Walk Through Sports History with Author R.L. Cubit II
Today, we delve into the fascinating realm of sports history through the lens of R.L. Cubit II, an author who chronicles his remarkable experiences within the world of athletics, particularly footbal…
Author Tom Wolf on Baseball in 1926
1926 was one of the most dynamic and exciting seasons in baseball history, featuring legends like Babe Ruth, Rogers Hornsby, Grover Cleveland Alexander, and Ty Cobb. It saw a gambling scandal involvi…
"The Worst NASCAR Race Ever", Marshall Faulk's 'best day on a football field,' and Nick Kyrgios 'worst meltdown' - This DiSH for Sept. 14
In 1969, tire issues caused concern among NASCAR drivers at the brand new track at Talladega. It led to a 17-driver boycott.
In 1991, San Diego State freshman running back Marshall Faulk set a new ru…
Author Hank Gola- High School Football Champions
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
We talk to Hank Gola about his book City of Champions. I encourage you…
Young vs. Kelly, no punter needed, First 2-pt conversion in college football, and Jake LaMotta played possum - This DiSH for Sept. 13
In 1992, San Francisco' Steve Young and Buffalo's Jim Kelly went head-to-head in an offensive air assault. It became the first NFL game with zero punts.
In 1981, the Atlanta Falcons scored 31 points …
Episode 301 - Interview with Former NFL QB Todd Marinovich and Author Lizzy Wright
Today, we have two very special guests to the show: Todd Marinovich and Lizzy Wright. Todd was a former first-round draft pick with the Oakland Raiders back in 1991.
Todd and Lizzy just published Todd…
Serena Williams' meltdown cost her the match and $82,000, No Flies and No Ties for Johnny Miller, and Niki Lauda returned to the track - This DiSH for Sept. 12
In 2009, Serena Williams exploded at a linesman after a foot fault. It cost her the match and a record amount of money.
In 1992, Michael Chang and Stefan Edberg played a record setting marathon match…
Who Invented the Hammer Throw?
Who Invented This Sport? is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
It looks like a mace, but the implement used for the sport of hammer throwing is…
Pete Rose hits 4,192, an unusual no-hitter, and the Wildest High School Football Game - This DiSH for Sept. 11
In 1985, Pete Rose picked up hit number 4,192 to pass Ty Cobb as the all-time MLB hits leader.
In 1906, Boston Americans right fielder Jack Hayden and his teammate, second baseman Hobe Ferris got int…
Stunned in Stillwater, 'The Holy Roller,' and an imposter 'wins' the Olympic Marathon - This DiSH for Sept. 10
In 2016, Central Michigan benefitted from an officiating error to get an untimed down and then shocked Oklahoma State on the final play.
In 1978, the Oakland Raiders pulled off the 'Holy Roller' to b…