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Michael Jordan hits the game winner vs. Georgetown – This DiSH March 29

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In 1982, North Carolina beat Georgetown 63-62 to win the National title

In 1976, Indiana finished the season a perfect 32-0, winning the national championship against Michigan. 

In 1981, Louisiana Tech won the AIAW championship. It wasn’t the last one but it was the last one before the NCAA started its own women’s post-season tournament. 

In 1998, the Tennessee Lady Vols won their third straight NCAA championship. 

In 1977, the NFL expanded the regular season to 16 games.

And in 1867, Cy Young was born. 

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First NCAA Basketball Championship – This DiSH for March 27

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In 1939, the first NCAA Championship was played.

In 1902, the Chicago Daily News began calling the local baseball team the Cubs.

In 2006, the NFL voted to brand all Wilson game balls with ‘The Duke’ in memory and honor of Wellington Mara.

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Suffering from Basketball Withdrawal? – This DiSH for March 26

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It’s not easy binge watching college basketball for four days straight and quitting cold turkey. So here’s some exciting moments to fill that void. 

In 1945, it was DePaul and Bowling Green. But that’s not all, it’s a two for one special as the NCAA and NIT winners played to determine a consensus champion.

In 1973, Bill Walton set the record for most points scored in a championship game, but it could have been more if it weren’t for those pesky rules.

In 1979, it was the classic meeting between Bird and Magic in the National title game. 

In 2005, Illinois overcame a big deficit to advance, but it still leaves the question, ‘what was Arizona doing on their last possession?’

And in 2009, Scottie Reynolds buzzer beater lifted Villanova to an Elite 8 win and a trip to the Final Four. 

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Who is Abebe Bikila? And why should you care? – This DiSH for March 22

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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 first women’s basketball game played at a college. 

And in 1934, the first Masters got underway. 

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Another Babe on the Baseball Diamond – This DiSH for March 20

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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 the middle of it. 

In 1976, Boston Celtic John Havlicek scored his 1000th point for the 14th consecutive season, a new NBA record. 

And in 2010, Northern Iowa knocked off top seeded Kansas in the NCAA tournament. 

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Texas Western beats Kentucky – This DiSH for March 19

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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 record for goals in a period. 

In 1991, the NFL pulled the Super Bowl out of Phoenix.

And in 1995, Michael Jordan returned to the basketball court. 

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Most Points Scored in an NCAA Tournament Game! – This DiSH for March 18

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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 reinstated to baseball by commissioner Peter Ueberroth.

And in 1983, NC State survived a first round double overtime scare against Pepperdine to advance in the NCAA Tournament they would eventually win. 

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Richard Riot in Montreal – This DiSH for March 17

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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 match to remember.

And in 2012, Fabrice Muamba collapsed during an FA Cup match.

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First Professional Baseball Team…sort of – This DiSH for March 15

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In 1869, the Cincinnati Red Stockings became the first professional baseball team, with a few caveats. 

In 1892, the seeds of Liverpool FC were sown on this day with the ejection of John Houlding from Everton.

And in 1958, Maurice Stokes collapsed after a game, leaving him paralyzed and with brain damage. It was the result of what happened three days before.

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Future of USA Boxing Gone in an Instant – This DiSH for March 14

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In 1980, a plane crash killed members of USA Amateur Boxing

In 1991, 15th-seeded Richmond beat second seed Syracuse.

And in 1967, Bubba Smith was drafted by the Baltimore Colts. 

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