Sports History Network I began collecting sports memorabilia around 1968 or 1969, mostly football and baseball cards. I was only seven years old and had no money, so I’m unsure how I obtained these cards. Perhaps my mother or father bought me a pack or two as a birthday gift, or maybe it was a neighbor. It wasn’t … Read more
On January 4, 1976, the Oakland Raiders traveled into Three Rivers Stadium to take on the Pittsburgh Steelers for the championship of the American Football Conference.
Blackjack tournaments are making waves in gambling circles nowadays. Unlike blackjack games in land-based or online casinos, these events enable players to play against the dealer and other fellow players. What makes them more attractive is that their prize pool is typically 100% of the entry fees paid by the players. In other words, casinos … Read more
Since the Arizona Cardinals are the NFL’s oldest team, with roots extending back to 1899, there are many examples of unusual plays, strange accomplishments, and perhaps odd statistics! Most of this stuff has been relegated to history, and remains hidden on yellowed newspapers or dusty microfilm. In other words, once the game or experience is … Read more
The WNBA has had its fair share of memorable moments over the years. And one of the most thrilling highlights is when a team makes a stellar comeback to win the game and, oftentimes, the title. We’ve seen this happen quite a few times throughout the course of WNBA’s history. And unsurprisingly, the biggest comebacks … Read more