Sports History Network Most NFL fans are familiar with the SF 49ers’ success during the 1980s and 1990s, but only some fans realize how close the 49ers came to playing in some Super Bowls in the early 1970s. The franchise began in 1946 in the AAFC. They did pretty well in that league, finishing with a combined 39–15–2 … Read more
Every so often, we encounter a football story that just screams to be shared. In this episode of “When Football Was Football” we’ll actually discuss a kicker who, believe it or not, boomed 100-yard punts in practice. Sometimes, there are true stories that just cannot be made up… Such was the case of punter Harry … Read more
In professional sports, it’s not uncommon to hear stories of athletes achieving their childhood dreams. One such inspiring tale revolves around Roy Lopez, a native of the Phoenix area. As a young boy, the roar of the crowd and the thrill of the game ignited in him a passion for the NFL. Little did he … Read more
A World Cup final is a rare event that happens only once every four years. It marks the culmination of a month-long soccer extravaganza, where countries worldwide compete against each other. For the supporters of the teams that reach the final, it is the most enlivening sporting event of their lives. However, it can also … Read more
Mike Listro began lifting weights in his basement at thirteen after watching the movie Rocky. He started training on the Olympic lifts without coaching in 1978 after watching a weightlifting competition on the T.V. show Wide World of Sports. He picked up training tips from Strength & Health magazine. SUBSCRIBE AND FOLLOW THIS PODCAST FOR … Read more