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Sports History Weekly publisher, Gill Schor (right), shown with Bruce Silverglade, owner of Gleason's, the oldest boxing gym in America.
Gleason's, The Prizefighter's Gym
Situated in the trendy Brooklyn neighborhood of DUMBO, Gleason’s Gym is the oldest active boxing gym in America. more
Broncos Linebacker, Karl Mecklenburg, on the field during a game. One of the most versatile players in the NFL, he played all (3-4) defensive positions for the Broncos from 1983-1994.
The NFL’s Most Versatile Defenseman
“I love public speaking. I get to perform and I never get hurt,” says Karl Mecklenburg with a touch of humor that he typically reserves It’s 17 years … more
Libby Riddles with dogs Axle and Dugan after taking first place at the 1985 Iditarod dog sled race. Braving 1,000 miles across the Alaskan wilderness, Libby was the first woman to win the prestigious arctic chase.
Libby Riddles, 1st Female Champ of the Iditarod
In 1985, Libby Riddles became the first woman to conquer the Iditarod, the world’s most prestigious dog sled race. more
Kent Washington in action against Polonia, a rival team in the Polish Basketball League. In 1979, he became the first American pro to sign up behind the iron curtain.
Cut by the NBA, He Found Fame in Communist Poland
The Polish press called it ‘Kentomania!’, an American basketball player who filled arenas beyond capacity more
Scott Hamilton performing at the 1984 Winter Olympics in Sarajevo where he became the first American male figure skater to win gold after a 24-year drought.
Scott Hamilton, The Olympian Who Beat the Odds
In 1984, Scott Hamilton became the first American male figure skater to win gold after a 24-year national drought. more
El Salvador's 1969 squad at the qualifier against Honduras for the 1970 World Cup. Standing 3rd from left is 'Pipo', who would score the winning goal that 'triggered' the "Soccer War".
When Soccer Kicked Off an Armed Conflict
In 1969, at the height of the U.S. involvement in Vietnam, a little-known conflict was simmering in the Western Hemisphere. more
Motorcycle racing legend, Giacomo Agostini, aboard an MV Agusta (early 1970s), which took him to 13 World Championships between 1966 and 1973. He remains the most successful motorbike racer of all time.
MotoGP Legend, Giacomo Agostini, at 80
“There is no time to retire,” says Giacomo Agostini, the most successful motorcycle racer in MotoGP history. more
Sports journalist Jerry Izenberg joking with Muhammad Ali with whom he had a special relationship that went beyond that of a reporter and a pro athlete.
“Going 15 Rounds with Jerry Izenberg”
A giant in sports journalism and one of the last remaining links to the craft’s golden age, Jerry Izenberg began his career when more
England's Geoff Hurst hoisting the trophy after defeating Germany 4-2 at the 1966 World Cup. To date, it remains the first and last World Cup title for the country that invented the game.
England’s Only World Cup Glory
The country that invented, codified and spread the most popular sport in the world has only one World Cup victory. more
Donald Trump (right) at the February 1985 signing ceremony that brought Heisman Trophy winner Doug Flutie, center, to his New Jersey Generals. Team’s head coach, Walt Michaels, is on the left.
When Donald Trump Owned a Football Team
Before he became America’s 45th Commander-in-Chief, Donald Trump was many things in the business world, more
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