Tag: NCAA

The Agony of Defeat – This DiSH for March 21

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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 Tournament.

In 1980, President Jimmy Carter announced the boycott of the Moscow Olympics.

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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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Never Faced a Pitch…Still Stole 31 bases – This DiSH for March 16

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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 betting on football games.

And in 2018, UMBC became the first 16 seed to beat a 1. 

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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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Bryce Drew’s iconic shot – This DiSH for March 13

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In 1998 – Bryce Drew sank one of the most iconic shots in the NCAA Tournament.

In 1983, Jim Valvano and his NC State Wolfpack won the ACC Tournament. 

In 2011, Kevin Love’s NBA record double-doubles came to an end.

And in 1954, an unfortunate injury opened the door for a young, soon-to-be star. 

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Wake Forest wins its first Tourney Title in 33 years – This DiSH for March 12

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In 1995, Wake Forest won their first ACC tournament title in more 30 years thanks to an impressive three game run by Randolph Childress.

In 2011, UConn put the exclamation point on a five-game romp to the Big East title with a win over Louisville, thanks to Kemba Walker’s scoring. 

In 1967, Reinhold Bachler became the first ski jumper to cross an important barrier. 

And in 2020…the NCAA Tournaments were canceled. The NHL season was halted. 

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‘I went to a fight and a hockey game broke out’ – This DiSH for March 11

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In 1979,. Randy Holt racked up an NHL record for penalty minutes. 

In 2006, Syracuse wrapped up one of the most improbable conference championship runs of all-time.

And in 1986, the NFL adopted a replay system. But it wouldn’t last. 

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‘The opera isn’t over until the fat lady sings’ – This DiSH for March 10

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In 1976, a famous sports phrase is seen in print for the first time. 

In 1888, John L. Sullivan and Charlie Mitchell fought to a 39 round draw in the pouring rain. 

And in 1991, Oklahoma State’s Eddie Sutton became the first NCAA basketball coach to take 4 different teams to the NCAA tournament. 

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