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The Most Unusual Finish to an NBA game...ever! - This DiSH for March 25
Episode 117
In 1979, the Philadelphia 76ers and New Jersey Nets had a most unusual finish to their game on this day.
In 1961, St. Joe's and Utah played at 4OT cl…
2 years, 4 months ago
Griffith vs. 'Kid Paret,' Inspiration for 'Rocky,' and an unfortunate bird incident - This DiSH for March 24
Episode 116
In 1962, Emile Griffith vs. Benny 'Kid' Paret ended in tragedy.
In 1975, a Muhammad Ali vs. Chuck Wepner fight inspired a cultural icon.
In 1991, Ayrt…
2 years, 4 months ago
Wilt Chamberlain, Lennie Rosenbluth ... and Joe Quigg? - This DiSH for March 23
Episode 115
In 1957, North Carolina beat Kansas to win the National Championship.
In 1974, NC State beat UCLA in the semifinals to end their streak of consecutive…
2 years, 4 months ago
Who is Abebe Bikila? And why should you care? - This DiSH for March 22
Episode 114
In 1969, Abebe Bikila was in a car accident that left him paralyzed but his influence on long distance running is evident today.
In 1893, it was the …
2 years, 4 months ago
The Agony of Defeat - This DiSH for March 21
Episode 113
In 1970, the event that inspired the 'Agony of Defeat' happened on this day.
In 1987, the Providence Friars upset the Georgetown Hoyas in the NCAA Tou…
2 years, 4 months ago
Another Babe on the Baseball Diamond - This DiSH for March 20
Episode 112
In 1934, another Babe took to the pitcher's mound to showcase their talent.
In 1975, a rare spring training brawl. Unsurprisingly, Billy Martin was in…
2 years, 4 months ago
Texas Western beats Kentucky - This DiSH for March 19
Episode 111
In 1966, Texas Western (now UTEP) started five black players against Kentucky's all-white starting five.
In 1981, the Buffalo Sabres set the NHL reco…
2 years, 4 months ago
Most Points Scored in an NCAA Tournament Game! - This DiSH for March 18
Episode 110
In 1990, Loyola Marymount and Michigan combined for the most points scored in an NCAA Tournament game.
In 1985, Willie Mays and Mickey Mantle were rei…
2 years, 4 months ago
Richard Riot in Montreal - This DiSH for March 17
Episode 109
In 1955, French Canadians and fans of Montreal's Maurice 'Rocket' Richard rioted in protest of their star being suspended.
In 1897, it was a boxing ma…
2 years, 4 months ago
Never Faced a Pitch...Still Stole 31 bases - This DiSH for March 16
Episode 108
In 1974, the Oakland A's signed Herb Washington who holds a unique record.
In 1964, Paul Hornung and Alex Karras were reinstated to the NFL after bett…
2 years, 4 months ago