Sports History Network After posting an impressive 69–24–2 record over the last six seasons, including two NFC titles and one Super Bowl victory, the Dallas Cowboys entered the 1972 season with high hopes of winning another championship. LISTEN ON YOUR APP OF CHOICE [podcast_subscribe id=”2745″] Duane Thomas Distraction To Start Season But things didn’t start well. Discontented running … Read more
Being a student athlete is about thriving in two high-pressure worlds at once: academics and sports. Balancing classes, homework, practices, games, and sometimes a part-time job or social activities can be like having another full-time job. Without good time management, it’s easy to burn out, perform poorly in one or both fields, or worse. This … Read more
When a Serie A champion takes the field the following season, they do so with a special emblem stitched over their heart: a small tricolor shield. This is the scudetto: the “little shield”, a symbol that carries with it the weight of history, pride, and the ultimate triumph in Italian soccer. It’s an emblem so … Read more
When George Allen became the new head coach for the Washington Redskins in 1971, the rebirth of the team occurred. They had for many years been a mediocre team at best. But when Allen got there, he changed the culture of that team in a very abrupt fashion. Almost overnight, the ho-hum Redskins became the … Read more
Soccer has always been more than just a sport and it’s a cultural force that connects people across borders. The way fans experience the game has changed dramatically over the decades, from the crackling sounds of radio commentary to today’s instant live streams and interactive platforms. The Early Days: Voices Through the Airwaves Before television … Read more