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This is the first episode of a weekly episode of This Week in Sports History.

In this episode among other great basketball championship games that took place week (March 30- April 5) we are going to highlight the 1991 Final Four that took place in Indianapolis.

The Final four that year was highlighted by the national Semifinal between defending champion UNLV Runnin' Rebels coached by Jerry Tarkanian and the Duke Blue Devils which was a rematch of the National Championship game the year before.

Along with several college basketball title games that took place that week, we will highlight a pair of heavyweight boxing matches including one that took place over a century ago.

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Giovanni Pacini is a noted expert in the game with significant expertise in the areas of player and coach development.

He is a United Soccer Coaches Master Coach, member of its National Staff, and National Goalkeeper Staff. He is a USYS East Region Staff Coach and is the GK Coach at Regis College (MA).

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 1919, the Spanish Flu wreaked havoc during the Stanley Cup finals and caused it to finish in a draw between Montreal and Seattle.

In 1987, Indiana beat Syracuse to win the National Championship

In 1981, Indiana beat North Carolina to win the National Championship

In 1940, Indiana beat Kansas to win the National Championship

In 1991, Duke ended UNLV's bid to go undefeated, beating the Runnin' Rebels in the National Semifinals.

In 2001, Michael Phelps set his first world record in the 200 meter butterfly

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Today, we delve into the illustrious career of a College football legend, a remarkable athlete whose prowess on the football field is rivaled only by his magnetic personality. Our narrative traces his journey from the humble beginnings of his youth to the heights of professional football, as he captivated audiences with his electrifying performances. Gallimore's path included a significant tenure at a renowned historically black university in Florida, where he emerged as a collegiate sensation under the mentorship of a legendary coach. His contributions to his college team and the professional ranks in Chicago rendered him a beloved figure, known for his extraordinary speed and versatility. Ultimately, his legacy transcends mere athletic achievements, embodying a testament to resilience, community dedication, and an enduring influence on football.

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In 1982, the North Carolina Tar Heels beat the Georgetown Hoyas 63-62.

In 1976, the Indiana Hoosiers beat the Michigan Wolverines to win the the National Championship and finish the year a perfect 32-0. The Hoosiers are the last team to go through the season and win the title undefeated. Also Bobby Knight became the first to win a championship as a player and head coach.

In 1981, it was the beginning of the end for the AIAW Championship. Louisiana Tech beat Tennessee 79-59.

In 1987, Jeff Sluman and Sandy Lyle were locked in a sudden death playoff at the Players Championship. Sluman was lining up a potential tournament winning putt when a guy jumped into the water surrounding the 17th green. Sluman missed the putt and Lyle won on the next hole.

In 2014, Laura Diaz had her second ace in two days at the Kia Classic in Carlsbad, California. It was just the second time in LPGA history that a golfer had aced two holes during the same tournament.

And in 1981, American Dick Beardsley and Norwegian Inge Simonson crossed the finish line at the inaugural London Marathon to win as a pair in 2 hours 11 minutes and 48 seconds.

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In 1984, Colts owner Bob Irsay moved the team out of Baltimore in the middle of the night.

In 1977, Marquette beat North Carolina to win the National Championship.

In 1990, Michael Jordan scored a career high and grabbed a career best in rebounds. He also notched the greatest 'NBA Game Score' stat in the history of the league.

In 1982, Division I Louisiana Tech beat Division II Cheney University 76-62 to win the first NCAA Championship.

In 1999, it was a great day for the Duval family. The younger David shot a closing round 73 to win the Players Championship at TPC Sawgrass, becoming the number one ranked golfer in the world in the process. And his dad, Bob shot 71 to win the Senior PGA’s Emerald Coast Classic. It was Bob’s only career win on the senior PGA tour.

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Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports History is a 365-day journey remembering those significant events that made a lasting impact.

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In 1939, Oregon beat Ohio State to win the first NCAA Tournament.

In 1978, Jack 'Goose' Givens scored 41 exploiting a soft Duke 2-3 zone as Kentucky beat the Blue Devils to win the NCAA Championship.

In 2023, Iowa's Caitlin Clark put together the only 40 point triple double in the NCAA Women's Tournament. She finished with 41 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds as Iowa advanced to the Final Four for the first time in 30 years.

In 2000, in the year of the Tiger, Hal Sutton knocked him off at the Players Championship. His phrase, 'be the right club today' became iconic and is a good mantra for all of us.

In 2006, the NFL owners voted unanimously to brand the official Wilson football used in games, ‘The Duke’ after former New York Giants owner Wellington Mara.

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The 1940 NFL Championship game stands as a monumental event in the annals of American football, epitomizing the transformative power of the T formation and the unprecedented dominance of the Chicago Bears. In a stunning display of athletic prowess, the Bears triumphed over the Washington Redskins with a staggering score of 73 to 0, thereby etching their names in the record books. This episode delves into the historical significance of this match, featuring insights from esteemed historian Jeff Berckes, who elucidates the strategic innovations introduced by Coach George Halas and the remarkable performances of key players. As we explore the intricacies of this championship, we shall also reflect upon the societal changes occurring during this pivotal era, merging sports history with the broader narrative of American life. Join us as we traverse the gridiron glory of 1940, a year that forever altered the landscape of professional football.

Our guest Jeff Berckes of WindyCityGridiron.com and YouTube Channel 2ndCityGridiron joins us to tell the story of the Bears' Dominance.

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In 2005, Illinois erased a 15 point second deficit to beat Arizona.

In 2009, Villanova's Scottie Reynolds dribbled length of the court to hit the game winner.

In 1983, NC State beat Virginia for the second time in 2 weeks to advance to the Final Four.

In 1973, UCLA's Bill Walton scored an NCAA Finals record with 44 points against Memphis.

In 1979, Indiana State's Larry Bird went head to head with Michigan State's Magic Johnson in the highest rated college basketball game of all-time.

In 1945, Depaul with George Mikan beat Bowling Green to win the NIT.

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Relive the greatest moments in sports every day of the year. From the triumphs to the tragedies, the first to do it to the last time it happened, the unbelievable to the strange, This Day in Sports History is a 365-day journey remembering those significant events that made a lasting impact.

Connie Hawkins, simply stated, was a phenomenal basketball player. Inducted into the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame in 1992, his career was robbed of five years of his NBA career. And not just any five, the first five. Hawkins was a legend on the playground in New York City. Recruited to play college ball at the University of Iowa, he was wrongfully accused of being involved in a point-shaving scandal that ultimately cost him his college career, which then led to him being banned by the NBA. Instead, Hawkins hooked on with the newly formed ABL (American Basketball League) and the Pittsburgh Rens. However, the ABL didn't make it through its second season. From the ABL, Hawkins wound up playing with the Harlem Globetrotters and then found his way to another startup basketball league, the ABA (American Basketball Association). and the Pittsburgh Pipers. Finally, after two years in the ABA, the NBA lifted the ban on Hawkins after it realized its ban on him wouldn't stand up in court, and Hawkins finally realized his lifelong dream, a career in the NBA. Many say Hawkins was Dr. J. before there was a Dr. J., and that's what the NBA missed, and that's what Hawkins was robbed of. A no-doubt first-round talent, Hawkins made his way to the Phoenix Suns and wound up averaging 24.6 PPG in his first year with the team. But, by then, knee injuries had slowed him down. On this episode of Sports' Forgotten Heroes, author Mark Whited joins the show along with Sean Hawkins, Connie's grandson, as we look back at the legendary career of the "Hawk."