Sports History Network May 25, 1919 – There are hidden talents to many of the athletes we celebrate that go beyond what they do while playing their particular sport. Former right-fielder of the Pittsburgh Pirates, Casey Stengel caught the attention of not only those in attendance at the game at Ebbett’s Field in Brooklyn where the Pirates were the … Read more
In this episode, Tim Coffeen will take you inside the garage as an Indy Car team prepares for the legendary Indy 500 on race day. You’ll learn how the team operates on that one incredible day, from entering the track in the pre-dawn darkness with a police escort, to its meals together, to the tension … Read more
May 24, 1935 – A landmark event occurred at the ballpark in Cincinnati, Ohio. President Franklin D. Roosevelt flicked the switch ceremoniously from the Nation’s Capitol and the lights went on for a Major League baseball game for the first time in history! Despite the neigh-sayers, National League President Ford Frick embraced the technology in a … Read more
Many would argue the NFL during the 1970s was the best era in league history. There were so many great teams from this era. But how would you rank the great teams of the decade? Below are my top 8 NFL teams of the 1970s. Do you agree? Do you think I’m crazy? Let the … Read more
May 23, 1922 – Boxer Gene Tunney suffered his only professional defeat in a 15-round unanimous decision against opponent Harry Greb. The fight which took place at Madison Square Garden in New York City may have been a catalyst for Tunney that propelled and motivated him to end up being the World Heavyweight Champion later in … Read more