1972/1973 NBA Champion New York Knicks (A Total Team Effort)

1972/1973 NBA Champion New York Knicks (A Total Team Effort)

Yesterday's Sports is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/]. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS HOME PAGE [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/podcasts/yesterdays-sports-podcast/] EPISODE SUMMARY After winning the NBA Championship in 1970, the Knicks returned to the playoffs in 1971 but fell one win short of reaching the NBA Finals. In 1972, they returned to the Finals but lost to the Lakers in five games. With many of their players getting older and Captain Willis Reed battling serious injuries, the Knicks knew that the 1972/73 season might be their last chance to win a second NBA Championship. You can read the full blog post here [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/basketball/nba/1972-1973-new-york-knicks]. YESTERDAY'S SPORTS BACKGROUND Host Mark Morthier grew up in New Jersey just across the river from New York City during the 1970s, a great time for sports in the area. He relives great moments from this time and beyond, focusing on football, baseball, basketball, and boxing. You may even see a little Olympic Weightlifting in the mix, as Mark competed for eight years. See Mark's book below. No Nonsense, Old School Weight Training: A Guide For People With Limited Time [https://amzn.to/3kf5MuO] Running Wild: (Growing Up In The 1970s) [https://amzn.to/3snjccy]

Fortune tellers, Naked Women, and the World Cup Final - This DiSH for July 7

In 1974, Gerd Muller scored the game winner to lead West Germany to the World Cup title over the Netherlands. In 1985, 17-year old Boris Becker became the youngest to win the Wimbledon Men's Singles title and the first to do it as an unseeded player. In 1912, Jim Thorpe won Gold in the first Olympic Pentathlon. That medal would be stripped from him in 1913.

Unveiling the 100th Anniversary of Football: A Historical Misstep

The centenary celebration of football, which erroneously took place in 1969, serves as the focal point of our discourse today. We delve into the nuances surrounding this pivotal moment in sports history, highlighting the misconceptions that have arisen over the years regarding the true inception of the game. Our conversation with Timothy P. Brown, an esteemed football archaeologist, elucidates the various attempts made to commemorate this anniversary, including the issuance of commemorative postage stamps and the distribution of centennial flags to numerous collegiate teams. Despite the planned festivities, the celebration ultimately lacked the anticipated enthusiasm, overshadowed by the tumultuous events of the era, such as the Vietnam War and social unrest. As we reflect on this historical misstep, we invite our listeners to engage with the rich tapestry of football's past through the insights shared in this episode. Don't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts. Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't, because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website [https://pigskindispatch.com/]. Do you want more football history? Test your Gridiron Knowledge, we feed you Daily with our new FREE activity, The Pigskin Trivia Drive [https://pigskindispatch.com/OfficialGame/]. Grab a copy of our latest book, "Marooned," [https://amzn.to/4otmwjH]on the 1925 Pottsville Maroons NFL franchise saga. *OR* Grab a copy of our book on Western Pennsylvania football history, "World's Greatest Gridiron Team" [https://amzn.to/4hMWVQm] on the 1903 Franklin All-Stars Drop us a line at PigskinDispatch@gmail .com and check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel. [https://www.youtube.com/@pigskindispatch] Contact us directly at PigskinDispatch@Gmail.com Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website [https://pigskindispatch.com/]. The centennial celebration of American football, erroneously commemorated in 1969, provides a rich tapestry for discussion in this engaging podcast episode. Through the dialogue between hosts Darren Hayes and Timothy P. Brown, listeners are invited to explore the convoluted history surrounding this significant milestone. The episode meticulously unpacks the claim that football truly began in 1876 with the establishment of its first rulebook, contrasting this with the public celebration that took place over ninety years later. The NCAA's attempts to mark the occasion included elaborate plans such as the crowning of a Centennial Queen and the distribution of commemorative medallions, yet the lack of resonance among fans and players alike raises critical questions about the effectiveness of these initiatives. In an exploration of societal impacts, the speakers delve into the tumultuous backdrop of the 1960s, characterized by significant social upheaval and political unrest, which seemingly eclipsed any enthusiasm for the centennial festivities. The discussion reflects on how this historical context contributed to a fragmented response from collegiate teams, with many opting out of wearing commemorative insignia altogether. Such disunity illustrates the broader challenges faced by the sport in cultivating a cohesive identity amidst diverse interpretations of its history, and the episode encourages listeners to consider how these narratives shape the collective memory of American football. As the podcast draws to a close, the hosts extend an invitation to their audience to engage more deeply with football's intricate history, suggesting that a richer understanding of its milestones can enhance the appreciation of the sport. By fostering a dialogue about the narratives that have shaped American football, they hope to inspire listeners to acknowledge and celebrate the myriad influences that continue to define the game today.

Bo Knows Pain- Week 5 CFL Round Up

Gridiron America Radio is part of the Sports History Network - The Headquarters For Sports Yesteryear [https://sportshistorynetwork.com/]. EPISODE SUMMARY Greg and Dave look back at the week that was in week 5 of the CFL and then look ahead to week 6. Their look includes not just the scores and big moments, but also the big injuries over the Canada Day weekend. GRIDIRON AMERICA RADIO BACKGROUND Gridiron America Radio (formerly, the From the 55 Yardline podcast), is anchored by former sports executive David Cieslinski, former international professional football player Mike Tackett, and football nerd Greg St. James. All three are avid armchair sports historians and sports simulation enthusiasts, who, despite the vastness of geography, have found a way to leverage technology to help keep the games they love truly alive, both on the screen or tabletop. Gridiron America Radio is dedicated to both current and historical American football talk, including the “what if” questions that all sports fans ask and try to answer with the help of statistics, math and computer modeling provided by Sportsmaster Simulation Games www.SportsMaster-Simulation.games [https://www.SportsMasterSimulation.games]. In addition to the gridiron game, the team will on occasion look at other sports through the same eyes of that of grown men who still remember their childhood and the thrill of rolling the dice or picking up a joystick. The show was previously co-hosted by retired sports journalist Scott Adamson, whose continued writings. sports coverage and articles can be found at www.Adamsonmedia.com [http://www.adamsonmedia.com/]. David, Mike and Greg, can be contacted directly via the podcast’s website at www.GridironAmerica.net [https://www.gridironamerica.net], as well as: On X at https://x.com/GridironAMRadio [https://x.com/GridironAMRadio] On Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/GridironAmerica/ [https://www.facebook.com/GridironAmerica/] On Threads at https://www.threads.com/@gridironamerica [https://www.threads.com/@gridironamerica] On Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/gridironamerica [https://www.instagram.com/gridironamerica]

Chicago Cub Billy Jurges shot by his girlfriend - This DiSH for July 6 (Reprise)

In 1932, Chicago Cub shortstop Billy Jurges was shot by his girlfriend Violet Popovich. Music from :44 - 8:04 composed by Lobo Loco and used under a Creative Commons license via Free Music Archive. Music for the remainder of the episode composed by Thrive Sweet Productions.