Sports History Network Most modern-day NFL football fans are familiar with the dynasty of the New England Patriots from 2001 to 2018. The Dallas Cowboys of the 1990s, the SF 49ers of the 1980s, and the Pittsburgh Steelers of the 1970s. They might even be familiar with the Green Bay Packers of the 1960s. But only the genuinely … Read more
When you think of basketball, the initial thought would be that an American had invented it. The country is renowned for its abilities with the ball and how good they have become playing the sport, while the NBA is the biggest sports league in the world for the game, with people worldwide continuously watching it. … Read more
The Cowboys’ first five years in the NFL were nothing to brag about. They compiled a dismal 18–46–4 record. But that began to change in 1965 when they beat the New York Giants 31–2 in the opening game of the season and had their first non-losing season, finishing with a 7–7 record. That win against … Read more
In 1976, the nation we call the United States of America was celebrating its 200th birthday. It was a grand celebration from sea to sign shining sea, for 365 days. It almost seemed appropriate that the New England Patriots would invest in the patriotic fervor of that time by having their best season so far … Read more
It’s hardly a secret that San Antonio Spurs fans look back at the late 90s with a lot of fondness. It was the beginning of an era of great success, which lasted the best part of a decade. It was also the beginning of the Greg Popovich era. Indeed, looking back and seeing Coach Pop … Read more