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
1979 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Part 2)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
he Tampa Bay Buccaneers began as an expansion team in the NFL in 1976. Although all ex…
Becker Edberg Trilogy Final, Germany beat Brazil 7-1, and the Last Bare Knuckle Championship Fight - This DiSH for July 8
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1990, Boris Becker and Stefan Edberg played their third and …
Exploring the Origins of College Football Conferences
This podcast episode delves into the intricate evolution of college football conferences, with a particular emphasis on the storied legacy of the Big Ten Conference. We are joined by the knowledgeabl…
Bison Délé disappeared and was never seen again, Boris Becker won Wimbledon as a 17-year old, and the inspiration for 'Chariots of Fire' - This DiSH for July 7
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 2002, former NBA player Bison Délé went missing in French Po…
Exploring the Dynamics of the 1964 NFL Championship Game
The 1964 NFL Championship season is the focal point of our discourse today, as we delve into the remarkable journey of the Cleveland Browns, who defied expectations to claim the title. Joining us is …
“Billy Jurges, Star Cub Shortstop, Shot by Jilted Woman” - This DiSH for July 6
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1932, Chicago Cub shortstop Billy Jurges was shot by burlesq…
Federer passes Sampras in a Marathon match, Dream Team Qualifies?, and Paolo Rossi Erupts - This DiSH for July 5
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 2009, Andy Roddick and Roger Federer played a 5 set marathon…
The Rube vs. Cy Young in a 4th of July Classic, Rick Camp's Summertime Blast, and the first 'Great White Hope' fight - This DiSH for July 4
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
THIS DAY IN SPORTS BACKGROUND
Relive the greatest moments in sports every day o…
An In-Depth Conversation with Author Jared Kraus on John Elway
We delve into the illustrious career of John Elway, an iconic quarterback who has indelibly shaped the annals of American football. The primary focus of this discourse centers on a comprehensive volu…
Graf wins, Novotna weeps, Babe crushes the field at The Open, and Cloninger's Dingers - This DiSH for July 3
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1993, Steffi Graf won five straight games to win the Wimbled…
Author Tom McKeown
Football Is Family is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sports' Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
Today we talk to author Tom McKeown about his amazing book- This is Pan…
Accident, suicide, or murder?, French War Hero vs. American Draft Dodger, and Short Pants at Wimbledon - This DiSH for July 2
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 1903, Washington Senator Ed Delahanty died after falling, ju…
157: Paul Runyan - PGA TOUR
Throughout the 1930s, 1940s, and 1950s, some of golf's most legendary names strolled and dominated the fairways. Superstars like Gene Sarazen, Walter Hagen, Byron Nelson, Ben Hogan, and Sam Snead. Th…
New Life With A New Team
Pro Football in the 1970s is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
JOE ZAGORSKI'S BOOKS ON AMAZON
Episode 255 - Chuck Daly's Dream Team
The job that Chuck Daly did with the Dream Team is nothing short of a masterclass in basketball coaching. How do you take a team full of All-Stars and future Hall of Famers and get them to form a re…
1979 Tampa Bay Buccaneers (Part 1)
Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
Tampa Bay opened the 1979 season by dominating the Detroit Lions 31–16. The Buccaneers…
The Mets, Bobby Bonilla, and Bernie Madoff, Rube Waddell's Immaculate Inning, and Jack Nicklaus a Bridesmaid again - This DiSH for July 1
This Day In Sports History is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Your Favorite Sport's Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In 2011, the New York Mets started paying Bobby Bonilla $1.2 mi…
The Intersection of Fame and Officiating: Heisman Winner's Role
This episode delves into the remarkable narrative surrounding Jay Berwanger, the inaugural recipient of the Heisman Trophy, who transcended his collegiate accolades to become a prominent figure in of…
From Survival to Stage: Juanita Anderson on Bodybuilding, Culture, and Strength
NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear.
EPISODE SUMMARY
In this powerful episode of the NDN All-Stars Podcast, host Bill Black sits down with compe…
Penny Hardaway for Chris Webber Trade, Longest Pro Football Game in History, and Nap Lajoie nearly died because of his socks - This DiSH for June 30
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 Orlando Magic traded Chris Webber to Golden State …