Texas sports legends share legendary stories in their own words about Texas sports history, unforgettable games, insights into plays, and personal moments.
Episodes
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Friday Feb 11, 2022
Texas Football managing editor Greg Tepper shares his memories of Dave Campbell, the founder of the iconic magazine. Mr. Campbell, a great friend to the Texas Sports Hall of Fame, passed away in December of 2021. Greg Tepper talks about the early days of the magazine and shares a great story about Dave at Darrell Royal’s birthday party. The episode is the second of two in honor of Dave Campbell. The first was with Houston Chronicle writer John McClain.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org.
Monday Jan 31, 2022
Monday Jan 31, 2022
John McClain of the Houston Chronicle shares his memories of Dave Campbell, the longtime editor-in-chief of Texas Football. Mr. Campbell was an icon in the state of Texas and an important part of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame community. He passed away in December of 2021. This is episode is the first of two tributes to Dave Campbell.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org.
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Monday Jan 17, 2022
Dallas Cowboys legends Charlie Waters and Billy Joe DuPree share their memories of the Hail Mary Game, the 1975 NFC Divisional Playoff against Minnesota that ended with Drew Pearson's famous touchdown.
Before the Cowboys got the ball back for Pearson's touchdown, Waters made one of the biggest plays of his career to allow Dallas to get the ball back with time enough to score. DuPree played a key role in the game-winning play.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast. The program is produced and hosted by author and oral historian Jackson Michael. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at their official website.
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Wednesday Dec 29, 2021
Players share memories of playing in the Cotton Bowl in the 1960s and 1970s and the seasons leading up to the big game. Featuring Edd Hargett of Texas A&M, Jerry LeVias of SMU, and Alois Blackwell of Houston. Also included are humorous stories from sportswriter Mickey Herskowitz about coaches Bear Bryant and Gene Stallings in the 1968 Cotton Bowl Classic between Alabama and Texas A&M. Groundskeeper George Toma also shares about changing the field over from the Cotton Bowl Classic to the 1966 NFL Championship Game overnight.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. The show is hosted and produced by author and oral historian Jackson Michael (of The Game Before the Money).
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Saturday Dec 18, 2021
Saturday Dec 18, 2021
Texas Sports Hall of Fame curator Jay Black tells the story of one of the Hall’s treasured pieces, the jersey worn by the great Sammy Baugh in the 1937 College All-Star Game. The college all-stars, led by Slingin’ Sammy, defeated the Green Bay Packers, champions of the 1936 NFL season.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. Author and oral historian Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org.
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Tuesday Nov 30, 2021
Johnny Rutherford talks about each of his three Indy 500 wins and tells about the history of racing after World War II. He also shares memories of his early days in racing and the 1963 Daytona 500.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by TownePlace Suites Waco Northeast. Author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast. Learn more about the Texas Sports Hall of Fame at https://tshof.org.
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Monday Nov 01, 2021
Shane Lechler shares stories about his journey to becoming one of the greatest punters in NFL history. He describes what it was like to play for legendary Texas A&M football coach R.C. Slocum., playing high school football in a small town, and his outstanding NFL career.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is sponsored by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money) hosts and produces the podcast.
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Tuesday Oct 05, 2021
Hear stories from the 2020-2021 Texas Sports Hall of Fame class! Inductees included track and field stars Leroy Burrell, Francie Larrieu Smith, and Michele Carter, as well as basketball legends Teresa Weatherspoon and Sophia Young-Malcolm, and football stars DeMarcus Ware, Derrick Johnson, Shane Lechler, and Charlie Waters. Stories were taken from the press conference and induction ceremony.
The Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Fairfield Inn and Suites Waco North. The show is produced and hosted by author Jackson Michael.
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Thursday Sep 16, 2021
Gabe Rivera was a Parade All-American in high school at San Antonio Jefferson. In college, he was a consensus All-American defensive tackle at Texas Tech. A car accident tragically left him paralyzed during his rookie season with the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Author Jorge Iber discusses Rivera's life and his biography of Rivera, Senor Sack: The Life of Gabe Rivera in this episode.
This episode is presented by TownePlace Suites, Waco Northeast, and is hosted and produced by author Jackson Michael (The Game Before the Money).
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
Thursday Aug 26, 2021
Texas Sports Hall of Fame inductee Billy Sims shares about his high school football career in Hooks, Texas, and his road to winning the 1978 Heisman Trophy.
This episode of the Texas Sports Hall of Fame Podcast is presented by the Hampton Inn Waco. Author Jackson Michael hosts the program.