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
- 4153
- Years Active
- 2017 - 2025
The Ascendance of the Green Bay Packers: A Retrospective on the 1961 NFL Championship
The pivotal moment in National Football League history that we shall explore today is the remarkable 1961 season of the Green Bay Packers, a year that heralded the inception of a formidable dynasty u…
NDN All-Stars: Celebrating Great Native American Athletes of Past and Present on the Sports History Network
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
Welcome to the NDN All-Stars podcast! Join me, Bill Black, as we celebrate the many great …
Who Invented This Sport? on the Sports History Network
Who Invented This Sport? is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters for Sports Yesteryear.
WHO INVENTED THIS SPORT? BACKGROUND
Who Invented This Sport? is a sports time machine invented b…
Maradona's 'Hand of God' and 'Goal of the Century', Joe Louis beat Max Schmeling, and a Fatal Own Goal - This DiSH for June 22
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1986, Argentina beat England 2-1 in the World Cup Quarterfin…
NDN All-Stars - Promoting Great Native Athletes, Past & Present!
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
Welcome to the NDN All-Stars podcast! Join me, Bill Black, as we celebrate the many great …
Gridiron Greats Magazine The Podcast #157
Gridiron Greats Magazine podcast is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
With Special Guest Gridiron Greats Magazine Director of Art and Illustra…
Lebron James and the Miami Heat Win the Title, Lakers win back-to-back, and Steffi Graf bounced in the First Round - This DiSH for June 21
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
2012 - The Miami Heat beat the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the…
The Brawl in Montreal, Ken Venturi nearly dies winning the US Open, and Alice Cooper watches John Paxson sink the game winner - This DiSH for June 20
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1980, the Brawl in Montreal was the first of three between S…
From US Steel to NFL Glory: The Story Behind the Steelers' Emblem
The episode delves into the historical significance of the Pittsburgh Steelers' helmet logo, an emblem that has become synonymous with both the team and the city itself. We explore the origins of thi…
Unrealistic Expectations for Rookie QB's
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
What expectations do you have on rookie qb's picked 1st overall in the …
Frugol and Fleck - Two Unlikely Champs, Bobby Allison's Harrowing Final Race, and the Steelers and Eagles Combine - This DiSH June 19
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1954, Ed Furgol became one of the unlikeliest winners of the…
Unraveling the 1960 NFL Championship: A Historic Showdown
The salient point of this podcast episode centers on the remarkable 1960 NFL Championship, wherein the Philadelphia Eagles triumphed over the Green Bay Packers, thereby securing their first champions…
Joe Louis pushed to the limit by Billy Conn, the 'Worst Avid Golfer' identified, and Billy Martin yanked Reggie - This DiSH for June 18
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1941, Joe Louis survived a strong effort by Billy Conn.
In 19…
156: Johnny Mize - MLB
Johnny Mize is the answer to one of baseball's great trivia questions. You have to listen to find out what it is, but trust me, it's one of Major League Baseball's great statistics, something not eve…
Episode 253 - When Jordan Was Cut From The Varsity
Michael Jordan was famously cut from the varsity team when he was in high school. However, we rarely hear the full story. This is the full story of why he was cut and it made a lot of sense.
CREDITS
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How Weightlifting Competitions Have Changed Through The Years (Part 1)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
Mark sits down with his son again to talk about how weightlifting competitions have ch…
Arnold Palmer's Emotional Farewell to the US Open, the White Bronco Chase, and the Greatest World Cup Game ever - This DiSH for June 17
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1994, Arnold Palmer said 'goodbye' to the US Open.
Also on th…
Decoding Football History: The Catch Rule Through the Ages
The predominant focus of this podcast episode revolves around the intricate nuances of player possession in football, particularly the ongoing debate surrounding the determination of a catch based on…
'The Massacre at Winged Foot,' Why did Milwaukee Trade Kareem?, and Loaded Boxing Gloves End 2 Fighters Careers - This DiSH for June 16
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1974, Hale Irwin won the US Open with a score of +7. It was …
A Championship Rivalry Resurfaces: Colts vs. Giants 1959
The episode delves into the riveting saga of the 1959 NFL Championship, wherein the Indianapolis Colts faced off against the New York Giants in a highly anticipated rematch following their dramatic c…