This Week in NDN All-Stars History: Joe Lewis, Kyrie Irving, Carey Price, and Billy Mills | June 21–27

This Week in NDN All-Stars History | July 19–25 | One Record-Breaking Night, Boxing Legends & More

NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/]. EPISODE SUMMARY What do a record-breaking WNBA All-Star performance, one of boxing's fastest knockouts, and the greatest all-around athlete in history have in common? They all happened this week in Native sports history. Join Bill Black as we travel through the week of July 19–25, celebrating the incredible achievements of Native athletes from the past and the present. This week's featured story follows Shoni Schimmel as the Umatilla star steps onto the WNBA All-Star stage and delivers one of the greatest performances in league history. Along the way, we'll revisit memorable moments from Henry Armstrong, Virgil Hill, Jack Dempsey, Jim Thorpe, Cory Witherill, Bobby Madritsch, George "Comanche Boy" Tahdooahnippah, Dexter Stacey, Brandon Rios, Koda Glover, and Elizabeth Phillips. Every week brings another chapter in the story of Native athletic excellence. Imagine running through the tunnel and onto the court. The lights are bright. The crowd is roaring. You take one deep breath, knowing this could be the biggest moment of your life. For Shoni Schimmel, it was. This week, we celebrate one of the greatest performances in WNBA All-Star history while also looking back at unforgettable moments from boxing, baseball, mixed martial arts, and auto racing. THIS WEEK'S HIGHLIGHTS 🏀 Shoni Schimmel rewrites the WNBA All-Star record book. 🥊 Henry Armstrong continues one of boxing's greatest careers with multiple victories. 🥊 Jack Dempsey scores one of the quickest knockout victories of his legendary career. ⚾ Jim Thorpe continues his professional baseball journey. 🏎️ Cory Witherill and Dexter Stacey represent Native excellence in motorsports. ⚾ Bobby Madritsch and Koda Glover reach the Major Leagues. 🥊 Virgil Hill, Brandon Rios, George "Comanche Boy" Tahdooahnippah, and Elizabeth Phillips add memorable victories to Native sports history. Visit NDNAllStars.com for more stories celebrating great Native athletes from the past and the present. SUPPORT NDN ALL-STARS If you enjoy the content here and would like to help support our mission of celebrating great Native athletes of the past and present, please take a look at our NDN All-Stars Shop [https://ndnallstars.com/wp/shop/]. Proceeds from every purchase help us continue to retell these stories. Also, if you would like to donate to this effort, please visit our Patreon [http://patreon.com/ndnallstars] page. NDN ALL-STARS BACKGROUND Hey there—I'm Bill Black, and welcome to the NDN All-Stars Podcast. If this is your first time hearing about us, let me tell you what we’re all about. This podcast is where Native sports history comes alive. Each episode shines a spotlight on the great Native American athletes you should know—past and present. From Hall of Famers to hometown heroes, we tell the stories of Native athletes who made their mark—on the field, on the court, and in history. We keep it real. No sugar-coating. No museum talk. Just straight-up stories told with pride and purpose—because representation matters, and these All-Stars deserve to be remembered right. Some episodes are deep dives into a single athlete’s life. Others bring on guests—historians, authors, even the athletes themselves—who help us connect the dots between culture, identity, and achievement. Whether you’re Native, a sports fan, a history buff, or just curious—this podcast will give you a new perspective on what greatness really looks like. So if you're ready to learn, laugh, and maybe even get a little fired up—hit that follow button and join the team. You can find more stories, merch, and updates at NDNAllStars.com [https://ndnallstars.com/]. And be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube—just search for NDN All-Stars and you’ll find us. NDN All-Stars – Promoting Great Native Athletes – Past & Present! Mentioned in this episode: Sports History Network Theme Song This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

This Week in NDN All-Stars History | July 12–18, 2026

NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/]. EPISODE SUMMARY Episode summary goes here...... SUPPORT NDN ALL-STARS If you enjoy the content here and would like to help support our mission of celebrating great Native athletes of the past and present, please take a look at our NDN All-Stars Shop [https://ndnallstars.com/wp/shop/]. Proceeds from every purchase help us continue to retell these stories. Also, if you would like to donate to this effort, please visit our Patreon [http://patreon.com/ndnallstars] page. NDN ALL-STARS BACKGROUND Hey there—I'm Bill Black, and welcome to the NDN All-Stars Podcast. If this is your first time hearing about us, let me tell you what we’re all about. This podcast is where Native sports history comes alive. Each episode shines a spotlight on the great Native American athletes you should know—past and present. From Hall of Famers to hometown heroes, we tell the stories of Native athletes who made their mark—on the field, on the court, and in history. We keep it real. No sugar-coating. No museum talk. Just straight-up stories told with pride and purpose—because representation matters, and these All-Stars deserve to be remembered right. Some episodes are deep dives into a single athlete’s life. Others bring on guests—historians, authors, even the athletes themselves—who help us connect the dots between culture, identity, and achievement. Whether you’re Native, a sports fan, a history buff, or just curious—this podcast will give you a new perspective on what greatness really looks like. So if you're ready to learn, laugh, and maybe even get a little fired up—hit that follow button and join the team. You can find more stories, merch, and updates at NDNAllStars.com [https://ndnallstars.com/]. And be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube—just search for NDN All-Stars and you’ll find us. NDN All-Stars – Promoting Great Native Athletes – Past & Present! Companies mentioned in this episode: * New York Yankees * Cleveland Indians * Seattle Storm * Cincinnati Reds * PGA Tour * Green Bay Packers * NASCAR Takeaways: * The podcast highlights significant historical moments in the careers of Native American athletes. * Listeners are introduced to legendary figures such as Allie Reynolds and Joe Louis. * Each episode seeks to inspire new generations by celebrating the achievements of Native athletes. * The narrative emphasizes the importance of remembering and honoring the past in sports history. Mentioned in this episode: Sports History Network Theme Song This theme song was produced by Ron "Tyke" Oliver of Music Meets Sportz https://sites.google.com/view/sportsfanztastic/sports-history-network?authuser=0

This Week in NDN All-Stars History: Jim Thorpe, Lewis Tewanima, Virgil Hill, and Willie Stargell | July 5–11

NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/]. EPISODE SUMMARY This week in NDN All-Stars history highlights Olympic legends, baseball milestones, championship boxing, and professional firsts across more than a century of sports history. Jim Thorpe captures Olympic gold in Stockholm and receives one of the most famous compliments in sports history, while Lewis Tewanima earns a silver medal in the ten-thousand-meter race just one day later. We also feature Virgil Hill continuing his championship-era success, Willie Stargell passing a Pittsburgh Pirates legend on the career home run list, and Pepper Martin helping make history in the very first Major League Baseball All-Star Game. Additional highlights include Jack Dempsey's knockout victory in Atlanta, Bob Johnson hitting for the cycle at Fenway Park, Early Wynn earning an All-Star Game start, and Ashton Locklear's selection as an Olympic alternate. From Olympic greatness to baseball history and championship boxing, these stories continue to showcase the remarkable legacy of Native athletes across generations. TOPICS COVERED • Jim Thorpe wins Olympic gold in the Pentathlon • Lewis Tewanima earns an Olympic silver medal • Virgil Hill records multiple professional victories • Willie Stargell passes Ralph Kiner on Pittsburgh's home run list • Pepper Martin plays in the first MLB All-Star Game • Bob Johnson hits for the cycle at Fenway Park • Early Wynn is named an MLB All-Star Game starter • Jack Dempsey scores another first-round knockout • Terry Felix makes his professional soccer debut • Ashton Locklear earns a place as a U.S. Olympic alternate SUPPORT NDN ALL-STARS If you enjoy the content here and would like to help support our mission of celebrating great Native athletes of the past and present, please take a look at our NDN All-Stars Shop [https://ndnallstars.com/wp/shop/]. Proceeds from every purchase help us continue to retell these stories. Also, if you would like to donate to this effort, please visit our Patreon [http://patreon.com/ndnallstars] page. NDN ALL-STARS BACKGROUND Hey there—I'm Bill Black, and welcome to the NDN All-Stars Podcast. If this is your first time hearing about us, let me tell you what we’re all about. This podcast is where Native sports history comes alive. Each episode shines a spotlight on the great Native American athletes you should know—past and present. From Hall of Famers to hometown heroes, we tell the stories of Native athletes who made their mark—on the field, on the court, and in history. We keep it real. No sugar-coating. No museum talk. Just straight-up stories told with pride and purpose—because representation matters, and these All-Stars deserve to be remembered right. Some episodes are deep dives into a single athlete’s life. Others bring on guests—historians, authors, even the athletes themselves—who help us connect the dots between culture, identity, and achievement. Whether you’re Native, a sports fan, a history buff, or just curious—this podcast will give you a new perspective on what greatness really looks like. So if you're ready to learn, laugh, and maybe even get a little fired up—hit that follow button and join the team. You can find more stories, merch, and updates at NDNAllStars.com [https://ndnallstars.com/]. And be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube—just search for NDN All-Stars and you’ll find us. NDN All-Stars – Promoting Great Native Athletes – Past & Present!

This Week in NDN All-Stars History: Jack Dempsey, Joe Lewis, Rickie Fowler, and Willie Stargell | June 28–July 4

NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/]. EPISODE SUMMARY This week in NDN All-Stars history features some of the most important moments in boxing, baseball, golf, hockey, soccer, and professional softball. Jack Dempsey headlines the week with multiple historic victories, including his famous win over Jess Willard to become Heavyweight Champion of the World. Joe Lewis also appears in several key moments, including his victory over Tony Galento and the first professional fight of his legendary career. We also highlight Willie Stargell's three-hundredth career home run, Rickie Fowler's PGA Tour victory at the Rocket Mortgage Classic, Madison Hammond's groundbreaking goal in professional soccer, and Anthony Seigler's arrival in Major League Baseball. Additional milestones include accomplishments from Notah Begay, Ethan Bear, Jacoby Ellsbury, Cherokee Parks, Tommy Morrison, John Starks, and SilentRain Espinoza. From heavyweight title fights to baseball history and professional firsts, these stories showcase the remarkable legacy of Native athletes across generations. TOPICS COVERED • Jack Dempsey defeats Jess Willard to become Heavyweight Champion of the World • Jack Dempsey successfully defends his title against Georges Carpentier • Joe Lewis defeats Tony Galento and wins his first professional fight • Willie Stargell hits the three-hundredth home run of his career • Madison Hammond scores a historic goal in professional soccer • Rickie Fowler wins the Rocket Mortgage Classic • Notah Begay wins the Canon Greater Hartford Open • Anthony Seigler reaches Major League Baseball • Ethan Bear signs with the Edmonton Oilers • John Starks is honored with John Starks Day in Tulsa SUPPORT NDN ALL-STARS If you enjoy the content here and would like to help support our mission of celebrating great Native athletes of the past and present, please take a look at our NDN All-Stars Shop [https://ndnallstars.com/wp/shop/]. Proceeds from every purchase help us continue to retell these stories. Also, if you would like to donate to this effort, please visit our Patreon [http://patreon.com/ndnallstars] page. NDN ALL-STARS BACKGROUND Hey there—I'm Bill Black, and welcome to the NDN All-Stars Podcast. If this is your first time hearing about us, let me tell you what we’re all about. This podcast is where Native sports history comes alive. Each episode shines a spotlight on the great Native American athletes you should know—past and present. From Hall of Famers to hometown heroes, we tell the stories of Native athletes who made their mark—on the field, on the court, and in history. We keep it real. No sugar-coating. No museum talk. Just straight-up stories told with pride and purpose—because representation matters, and these All-Stars deserve to be remembered right. Some episodes are deep dives into a single athlete’s life. Others bring on guests—historians, authors, even the athletes themselves—who help us connect the dots between culture, identity, and achievement. Whether you’re Native, a sports fan, a history buff, or just curious—this podcast will give you a new perspective on what greatness really looks like. So if you're ready to learn, laugh, and maybe even get a little fired up—hit that follow button and join the team. You can find more stories, merch, and updates at NDNAllStars.com [https://ndnallstars.com/]. And be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube—just search for NDN All-Stars and you’ll find us. NDN All-Stars – Promoting Great Native Athletes – Past & Present!

This Week in NDN All-Stars History: Joe Lewis, Kyrie Irving, Carey Price, and Billy Mills | June 21–27

NDN All-Stars is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/]. EPISODE SUMMARY This week in NDN All-Stars history features championship boxing, historic baseball moments, NHL milestones, golf victories, and world-record performances. Joe Lewis headlines the week with some of the most significant victories of his legendary career, including wins over James J. Braddock, Max Schmeling, Primo Carnera, and Jersey Joe Wolcott. Henry Armstrong also continues his remarkable run with multiple victories during the week. We also highlight Kyrie Irving becoming the number one overall pick in the NBA Draft, Carey Price making NHL history during his award-winning season, and Chris Wondolowski becoming the first Native American to appear in a FIFA World Cup match. Additional milestones include Notah Begay III earning a PGA Tour victory, Billy Mills helping set a world record, SilentRain Espinosa making softball history, and Tommy Morrison adding two more victories to his professional boxing career. From world championships and record-setting performances to groundbreaking firsts, these stories showcase the enduring impact of Native athletes across generations. TOPICS COVERED • Joe Lewis wins the Heavyweight Championship of the World • Joe Lewis defeats Max Schmeling, Primo Carnera, and Jersey Joe Wolcott • Kyrie Irving is selected first overall in the NBA Draft • Carey Price sweeps the NHL Awards • Chris Wondolowski becomes the first Native American to play in a FIFA World Cup match • Notah Begay III wins the FedEx Saint Jude Classic • Billy Mills helps set a six-mile world record • Tommy Morrison records two professional victories • Ashton Locklear wins a national gymnastics title • SilentRain Espinosa signs with the USSSA Pride SUPPORT NDN ALL-STARS If you enjoy the content here and would like to help support our mission of celebrating great Native athletes of the past and present, please take a look at our NDN All-Stars Shop [https://ndnallstars.com/wp/shop/]. Proceeds from every purchase help us continue to retell these stories. Also, if you would like to donate to this effort, please visit our Patreon [http://patreon.com/ndnallstars] page. NDN ALL-STARS BACKGROUND Hey there—I'm Bill Black, and welcome to the NDN All-Stars Podcast. If this is your first time hearing about us, let me tell you what we’re all about. This podcast is where Native sports history comes alive. Each episode shines a spotlight on the great Native American athletes you should know—past and present. From Hall of Famers to hometown heroes, we tell the stories of Native athletes who made their mark—on the field, on the court, and in history. We keep it real. No sugar-coating. No museum talk. Just straight-up stories told with pride and purpose—because representation matters, and these All-Stars deserve to be remembered right. Some episodes are deep dives into a single athlete’s life. Others bring on guests—historians, authors, even the athletes themselves—who help us connect the dots between culture, identity, and achievement. Whether you’re Native, a sports fan, a history buff, or just curious—this podcast will give you a new perspective on what greatness really looks like. So if you're ready to learn, laugh, and maybe even get a little fired up—hit that follow button and join the team. You can find more stories, merch, and updates at NDNAllStars.com [https://ndnallstars.com/]. And be sure to follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube—just search for NDN All-Stars and you’ll find us. NDN All-Stars – Promoting Great Native Athletes – Past & Present!