Sports History Network Few sports fans have heard of George Pjura. One reason is that Olympic Weightlifting is not a highly popular sport in the USA. Another reason is that George is humble and speaks little of his achievements. But those who know weightlifting know who George is. I’ve known George for roughly forty years, and we’ve trained … Read more
After winning back-to-back World Series in 1977 & 1978, the New York Yankees had an off year in 1979, finishing the season with an 89–71 record and failing to reach postseason play. More importantly, their Captain, Thurman Munson, was killed in a plane crash. The Yankees were determined to get back to the World Series … Read more
During the first half of the 1970s, the Miami Dolphins had a couple of starting safeties who brought their own distinctive talents to the team’s defense. That unit was called the “No-Name Defense,” and appropriately so. If you asked anyone today “…who were the starting safeties in Miami during their championship years of the early … Read more
In the chronicles of American soccer history, one name stands out as a symbol of resilience, dedication, and triumph – Coach Bill Jeffrey. Hailing from Scotland, Jeffrey’s journey to becoming the head coach of the U.S.A. Men’s National Soccer Team is a remarkable story of passion and achievement that left an indelible mark on the … Read more
The 1970s was an up-and-down decade for the Baltimore Colts. After a disappointing 8–5–1 record in 1969, Head Coach Don Shula left to coach the Miami Dolphins and was replaced by Don McCafferty. After the NFL and AFL merger, the Colts were one of three NFL teams to start the 1970 season in the AFC. … Read more