America's Greatest Sports Moments by State
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The task is simple. Find the defining sports moment from all 50 states. That moment can come from a team, at any level, based in the state, or an individual from the state competing in an individual sport.
Some of the picks are obvious. You'll know those when you see them. Some are much, much more difficult to determine. Some moments might make you nostalgic. Others might make you downright mad.
These are the greatest sports moments in the history of every state.
Alabama: Auburn Wins Iron Bowl on 'Kick Six'
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Auburn's Chris Davis runs a missed field goal back for a touchdown against Alabama in 2013.When: Nov. 30, 2013
Where: Jordan-Hare Stadium (Auburn, Alabama)
Team: Auburn University
Sport: College football
Key figures: Cornerback/return specialist Chris Davis, defensive coordinator Ellis Johnson, Alabama head coach Nick Saban, Alabama kicker Adam Griffith
What happened: Auburn's Chris Davis caught a field-goal attempt in the back of the end zone as time ran out in the fourth quarter and ran it back 109 yards for a game-winning touchdown and a 34-28 win over Alabama in the Iron Bowl.
Alaska: Seawolves Make History With NCAA Hockey Victory
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The 1990-91 University of Alaska-Anchorage men's hockey team.When: March 16, 1991
Where: Conte Forum (Boston, Massachusetts)
Team: University of Alaska-Anchorage
Sport: Men's hockey
Key figures: Head coach Brush Christiansen, right wing Rob Conn, goalie Paul Krake, Boston College right wing David Emma
What happened: UAA men's hockey sweeps Boston College in three-game series and advances to NCAA tournament quarterfinals.
Arkansas: Broyles, Undefeated Hogs Win Football National Title
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Arkansas running back Bobby Burnett, left, and head coach Frank Broyles after winning the 1965 Cotton Bowl.When: January 1, 1965
Where: Cotton Bowl (Dallas)
Team: University of Arkansas
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Frank Broyles, linebacker Ronnie Caveness, quarterback Fred Marshall
What happened: The University of Arkansas beat the University of Nebraska in the Cotton Bowl 10-7 to cap off an unbeaten, untied 11-0 season for the national championship.
Arizona: Diamondbacks Deliver World Series in Record Time
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The Arizona Diamondbacks after winning the 2001 World Series.When: Nov. 4, 2001
Where: Bank One Ballpark (Phoenix, Arizona)
Team: Arizona Diamondbacks
Sport: Baseball
Key figures: Pitcher Randy Johnson, left fielder Luis Gonzalez, New York Yankees relief pitcher Mariano Rivera
What happened: Diamondbacks win Game 7 of the World Series over the New York Yankees, 3-2.
California: 'The Catch' Sparks 49ers' NFL Dynasty
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San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Dwight Clark makes the game-winning catch in the 1982 NFC championship game.When: Jan. 10, 1982
Where: Candlestick Park (San Francisco, California)
Team: San Francisco 49ers
Sport: Football
Key figures: Quarterback Joe Montana, wide receiver Dwight Clark,
What happened: San Francisco quarterback Joe Montana found Dwight Clark for a 6-yard touchdown pass in the back of the end zone for the game-winning score in a 28-27 win against the Dallas Cowboys in the NFC championship game.
Colorado: Elway Helicopters Way to Legend Status
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Denver quarterback John Elway dives for yardage in the 1998 Super Bowl.When: Jan. 25, 1998
Where: Qualcomm Stadium (San Diego)
Team: Denver Broncos
Sport: Football
Key figures: Quarterback John Elway, running back Terrell Davis, Green Bay Packers quarterback Brett Favre
What happened: The Denver Broncos beat the Green Bay Packers 31-24 in Super Bowl XXXII to win the first Super Bowl in franchise history.
Connecticut: Huskies Shock the World in NCAA Tournament
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Connecticut point guard Khalid El-Amin celebrates after winning the 1999 NCAA tournament.When: March 29, 1999
Where: Tropicana Field (St. Petersburg, Florida)
Team: University of Connecticut
Sport: Men's Basketball
Key figures: Head coach Jim Calhoun, guard Richard Hamilton, guard Khalid El-Amin, Duke head coach Mike Krzyzewski
What happened: UConn pulled off the biggest point-spread upset in the NCAA championship game, toppling Duke for the first national title in school history.
Delaware: Keeler, Hens Claw Way to College Football Mountaintop
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The University of Delaware won the Division I-AA national championship in 2003.When: Dec. 19, 2003
Where: Finley Stadium (Chattanooga, Tennessee)
Team: University of Delaware
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach K.C. Keeler, quarterback Andy Hall, wide receiver David Boler
What happened: Delaware won its first national title since 1979 and first in NCAA Division I-AA (now FCS), dominating Colgate 40-0 in the championship game.
Florida: Fins' Unbeaten Record Still Stands Alone
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Miami Dolphins head coach Don Shula, center, celebrates after winning the 1973 Super Bowl.When: Jan. 14, 1973
Where: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum (Los Angeles)
Team: Miami Dolphins
Sport: Football
Key figures: Head coach Don Shula, running back Larry Csonka, quarterback Bob Griese, quarterback Earl Morrall, linebacker Nick Buoniconti
What happened: The Dolphins completed the only unbeaten season in NFL history with a 14-7 win in Super Bowl VII over the Washington Redskins.
Georgia: Bulldogs Win Back-to-Back National Championships
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When: 2021-23
Team: University of Georgia
Sport: Football
Key figures: Head coach Kirby Smart, Quarterback Stetson Bennett, TE Brock Bowers, DT Jalen Carter
What happened: Georgia broke through and won its first national championship in 42 years following the 2021 season then went back-to-back the next season with one of the more dominating title wins in college football history — a 65-7 rout of TCU in the CFP Championship Game.
Hawaii: Hamilton Captures 'Millennium Wave' in Teahupo'o
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Laird Hamilton rides the "Millennium Wave" in 2000.When: Aug. 17, 2000
Where: Teahupo'o, Tahiti
Team: None
Sport: Surfing
Key figures: Surfer Laird Hamilton, watercraft pilot Darrick Doerner, photographer Ted McKenna
What happened: Laird Hamilton rode the legendary Millennium Wave off of the Teahupo'o break in Tahiti and etched his name next to the greatest surfers who ever lived.
Iowa: Gable's Timeless Olympic Wrestling Glory
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Dan Gable, left, wrestles in the 1972 Olympics.When: Aug. 31, 1972
Where: Messegalande Convention Center (Munich, West Germany)
Team: USA
Sport: Freestyle wrestling
Key figures: Team USA wrestler Dan Gable, Russian wrestler Ruslan Ashuraliyev
What happened: Iowa native Dan Gable capped his run to an Olympic gold medal with a 12-0 win over Russia's Ruslan Ashuraliyev in the 68-kilogram final, not allowing a point through the entire games.
Idaho: Boise State's Fiesta Bowl Win for the Ages
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Boise State celebrates after winning the 2007 Fiesta Bowl.When: Jan. 1, 2007
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium (Glendale, Arizona)
Team: Boise State University
Sport: College Football
Key figures: Head coach Chris Petersen, quarterback Jared Zabransky, running back Ian Johnson
What happened: Boise State beat Oklahoma in the Fiesta Bowl 43-42 using three trick plays in the fourth quarter and overtime.
Indiana: Perfect in '76 for Hoosiers
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The University of Indiana celebrates after winning the 1976 NCAA title.When: March 29, 1976
Where: The Spectrum (Philadelphia)
Team: University of Indiana
Sport: College basketball
Key figures: Head coach Bobby Knight, center Kent Benson, forward Scott May, guard Quinn Buckner
What happened: The University of Indiana beat the University of Michigan 86-68 in the NCAA championship game to cap a perfect 32-0 season.
Kansas: Danny and the Miracles Win NCAA Championship
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The University of Kansas basketball team celebrates after winning the 1988 NCAA tournament.When: April 4, 1988
Where: Kemper Arena (Kansas City, Mo.)
Team: University of Kansas
Sport: Men's basketball
Key figures: Head coach Larry Brown, forward Danny Manning, guard Kevin Pritchard, forward Mark Randall
What happened: The University of Kansas beat the University of Oklahoma 83-79 in the NCAA championship game.
Kentucky: Ali Downs Liston to Shock the World
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Muhammad Ali celebrates after winning the 1964 heavyweight title.When: Feb. 25, 1964
Where: Convention Hall (Miami Beach, Florida)
Athlete: Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali)
Sport: Boxing
Key figures: Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali), Sonny Liston
What happened: Louisville native Cassius Clay (he officially changed his name to Muhammad Ali later in 1964) became the heavyweight champion of the world when Sonny Liston refused to come out of his corner before the seventh round.
Louisiana: Saints Become Symbol of Hope
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New Orleans Saints quarterback Drew Brees, left, and head coach Sean Payton.When: Feb. 7, 2010
Where: Sun Life Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida)
Team: New Orleans Saints
Sport: Football
Key figures: Quarterback Drew Brees, head coach Sean Payton, Indianapolis Colts quarterback Peyton Manning
What happened: The New Orleans Saints beat the Indianapolis Colts 31-17 in Super Bowl XLIV.
Maine: Black Bears Win Improbable NCAA Title
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The University of Maine men's hockey team after winning the NCAA Division I national championship in 1993.When: April 3, 1993
Where: Bradley Center (Milwaukee, Wisconsin)
Team: University of Maine
Sport: Men's hockey
Key figures: Head coach Shawn Walsh, left wing Paul Kariya, center Jim Montgomery
What happened: The University of Maine beat Lake Superior State 5-4 to win its first NCAA Division I national championship.
Massachusetts: Red Sox End 'Curse of the Bambino'
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The Boston Red Sox celebrate after winning the World Series in 2004.When: Oct. 27, 2004
Where: Busch Memorial Stadium (St. Louis, Missouri)
Team: Boston Red Sox
Sport: Baseball
Key figures: Manager Terry Francona, outfielder Manny Ramirez, pitcher Derek Lowe
What happened: The Boston Red Sox completed a World Series sweep of the St. Louis Cardinals for their first championships in 86 years.
Maryland: Ripken Sets 'Iron Man' Record
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Baltimore Orioles shortstop Cal Ripken Jr. in 1995.When: Sept. 6, 1995
Where: Camden Yards (Baltimore, Maryland)
Team: Baltimore Orioles
Sport: Baseball
Key figures: Shortstop Cal Ripken Jr., New York Yankees first baseman Lou Gehrig
What happened: The Orioles' shortstop broke Lou Gehrig's MLB career record of 2,130 consecutive games played.
Michigan: Four Months, Two Basketball Championships
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Glen Rice, left, and Rumeal Robinson celebrate after winning the NCAA tournament in 1989.When: April-June 1989
Where: Kingdome (Seattle) and Great Western Forum (Inglewood, California)
Teams: University of Michigan and Detroit Pistons
Sport: Basketball
Key figures: Michigan head coach Steve Fisher, Michigan forward Glen Rice, Michigan guard Rumeal Robinson, Detroit Pistons head coach Chuck Daly, Detroit Pistons guard Isiah Thomas, Detroit Pistons forward Dennis Rodman
What happened: In a three-month span, the University of Michigan men's basketball team and the Detroit Pistons won championships.
Minnesota: 'Miracle on Ice' Lifts Minnesotans
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The 1980 USA Olympic men's hockey team celebrates after beating Russia.When: Feb. 22, 1980
Where: Olympic Center (Lake Placid, New York)
Team: USA
Sport: Men's hockey
Key figures: Head coach Herb Brooks, goalie Jim Craig, left winger Mike Eruzioned
What happened: Team USA men's hockey pulled off perhaps the greatest upset in sports history, defeating Russia 4-3 at the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York.
Mississippi: Ole Miss Wins Only NCAA Football Title
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Ole Miss quarterback Jake Gibbs runs for a touchdown in 1960.When: Jan. 2, 1961
Where: Tulane Stadium (New Orleans)
Team: University of Mississippi
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Johnny Vaught, quarterback Jake Gibbs, halfback Bobby Crespino
What happened: Ole Miss beat Rice in the Sugar Bowl 14-6 to complete an undefeated season and clinch a national championship.
Missouri: Chiefs End 50-Year Super Bowl Drought
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Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes celebrates after winning the Super Bowl.When: Feb. 2, 2020
Where: Hard Rock Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida)
Team: Kansas City Chiefs
Sport: Football
Key figures: Head coach Andy Reid, quarterback Patrick Mahomes, tight end Travis Kelce, wide receiver Tyreek Hill
What happened: The Kansas City Chiefs rallied to beat the San Francisco 49ers for their first Super Bowl win since 1969.
Montana: Grizzlies Shock Marshall for NCAA Title
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University of Montana quarterback Dave Dickenson throws a pass in the 1995 NCAA Division I-AA championship game against Marshall University.When: Dec. 16, 1995
Where: Marshall University Stadium (Huntington, West Virginia)
Team: University of Montana
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Don Read, quarterback Dave Dickenson, safety Blaine McElmurry, kicker Andy Larson
What happened: The University of Montana won its first national title with a 22-20 win over Marshall University in the NCAA Division I-AA championship game.
Nebraska: 1995 Huskers Make Case as GOAT
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University of Nebraska head coach Tom Osborne after winning the Fiesta Bowl in 1996.When: Jan. 2, 1996
Where: Sun Devil Stadium (Tempe, Arizona)
Team: University of Nebraska
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Tom Osborne, quarterback Tommie Frazier, running back Lawrence Phillips, defensive end Grant Wistrom, defensive end Jared Tomich
What happened: No. 1 Nebraska beat No. 2 Florida in the Fiesta Bowl 62-24 to win its second consecutive national title — the 1995 team is in the conversation for the greatest team in college football history.
Nevada: Tark, Runnin' Rebs Win NCAA Title
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UNLV's men's basketball team celebrates after winning the 1990 NCAA tournament.When: April 2, 1990
Where: McNichols Sports Arena (Denver, Colorado)
Team: University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Sport: Men's basketball
Key figures: Head coach Jerry Tarkanian, forward Larry Johnson, guard Anderson Hunt, guard/forward Stacey Augmon
What happened: UNLV beat Duke 103-73 in the 1990 NCAA tournament championship game.
Illinois: Jordan Caps 'Last Dance' With Another Title
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Michael Jordan, left, and Bulls head coach Phil Jackson celebrate after winning the 1998 NBA title.When: June 14, 1998
Where: Delta Center (Salt Lake City, Utah)
Team: Chicago Bulls
Sport: Basketball
Key figures: Guard Michael Jordan, head coach Phil Jackson, Utah Jazz forward Byron Russell
What happened: Michael Jordan's game-winning jump shot in Game 6 of the NBA Finals delivers a sixth NBA title in eight years for the Chicago Bulls.
New Hampshire: Miller Finally Captures Olympic Gold
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Bode Miller skiing in the 2010 Winter Olympics.When: Feb. 21, 2010
Where: Whistler Creekside (Whistler, British Columbia)
Team: USA
Sport: Downhill skiing
Key figures: Bode Miller, Croatia's Ivica Kostelic, Switzerland's Silvan Zurbriggen
What happened: New Hampshire native Bode Miller won the gold medal in the super combined downhill skiing event at the 2010 Winter Olympics.
New Jersey: Giants Pull Off All-Time NFL Upset
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New York Giants wide receiver David Tyree's "Helmet Catch" in the Super Bowl.When: Feb. 3, 2008
Where: University of Phoenix Stadium (Glendale, Arizona)
Team: New York Giants
Sport: Football
Key figures: Head coach Tom Coughlin, quarterback Eli Manning, wide receiver David Tyree, New England Patriots quarterback Tom Brady, New England Patriots head coach Bill Belichick
What happened: The New York Giants upset the unbeaten Patriots, 17-14, in Super Bowl XLII.
New Mexico: Al Unser Sr. Rides to Indy 500 Immortality
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Al Unser Sr. celebrates after winning the 1987 Indy 500.When: May 24, 1987
Where: Indianapolis Motor Speedway (Speedway, Indiana)
Team: Team Penske
Sport: Auto racing
Key figures: Al Unser Sr., Robert Guerrero, Mario Andretti
What happened: Al Unser Sr. won his record-tying fourth Indianapolis 500.
New York: Thomson Hits 'Shot Heard 'Round the World'
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New York Giants second baseman Bobby Thomson crosses home plate after hitting a home run to win the 1951 NLCS.When: Oct. 3, 1951
Where: Polo Grounds (New York City)
Team: New York Giants
Sport: Baseball
Key figures: Third baseman Bobby Thomson, Brooklyn Dodgers pitcher Ralph Branca
What happened: Bobby Thomson's three-run, ninth-inning home run gave the New York Giants a 5-4 win over the Brooklyn Dodgers to take the National League Championship Series.
North Carolina: N.C. State Wins Improbable NCAA Title
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North Carolina State head coach Jim Valvano, center, celebrates after winning the 1983 NCAA tournament.When: April 4, 1983
Where: The Pit (Albuquerque, New Mexico)
Team: North Carolina State University
Sport: Men's basketball
Key figures: Head coach Jim Valvano, forward Lorenzo Charles
What happened: North Carolina State pulled off a shocking upset of Houston in the 1983 NCAA tournament championship game, winning 54-52 on a basket by Lorenzo Charles at the buzzer.
North Dakota: So Many NDSU Titles to Pick From
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North Dakota State head coach Craig Bohl after winning the FCS national championship in 2014.When: Jan. 4, 2014
Where: Toyota Stadium (Frisco, Texas)
Team: North Dakota State University
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Craig Bohl, quarterback Brock Jensen, offensive tackle Billy Turner, cornerback Marcus Williams
What happened: North Dakota State beat Towson 35-7 in the FCS championship game.
Ohio: LeBron, Cavs Make NBA History
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LeBron James celebrates with fans after the Cleveland Cavaliers won the 2016 NBA Finals.When: June 19, 2016
Where: Oracle Arena (Oakland, California)
Team: Cleveland Cavaliers
Sport: Basketball
Key figures: Forward LeBron James, guard Kyrie Irving, Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green
What happened: The Cleveland Cavaliers beat the Golden State Warriors 93-89 in Game 7 of the 2016 NBA Finals after trailing 3-1 in the series. It was the first pro sports championship for Cleveland in 50 years.
Oklahoma: Stoops' Sooners Bring Glory Back
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Oklahoma quarterback Josh Heupel in the 2001 Orange Bowl.When: Jan. 3, 2001
Where: Pro Player Stadium (Miami Gardens, Florida)
Team: University of Oklahoma
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Bob Stoops, quarterback Josh Heupel, linebacker Teddy Lehman
What happened: Oklahoma beat Florida State 13-2 in the BCS Championship Game.
Oregon: 'The Pick' Changes Oregon's Football Fortunes
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Oregon's Kenny Wheaton returns an interception for a touchdown against Washington in 1994.When: Oct. 22, 1994
Where: Autzen Stadium (Eugene, Oregon)
Team: University of Oregon
Sport: College football
Key figures: Cornerback Kenny Wheaton, head coach Rich Brooks, Washington quarterback Damon Huard
What happened: Oregon cornerback Kenny Wheaton returned an interception 97 yards for a touchdown and a 31-20 win over hated rival University of Washington.
Pennsylvania: Maz Wins World Series With Walk-Off Home Run
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Pittsburgh's Bill Mazeroski hit a walk-off home run to win the 1960 World Series.When: Oct. 13, 1960
Where: Forbes Field (Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania)
Team: Pittsburgh Pirates
Sport: Baseball
Key figures: Second baseman Bill Mazeroski, New York Yankees pitcher Ralph Terry
What happened: The Pittsburgh Pirates won 10-9 on a walk-off home run by Bill Mazeroski in the bottom of the ninth in Game 7 of the World Series against the New York Yankees.
Rhode Island: Scrappy Friars Make Final Four
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Providence head coach Rick Pitino, background, and point guard Billy Donovan.When: March 22, 1987
Where: Louisiana Superdome (New Orleans, Louisiana)
Team: Providence College
Sport: Men's basketball
Key figures: Head coach Rick Pitino, guard Billy Donovan, forward Darryl Wright.
What happened: Providence defeated No. 1 seed Georgetown, 88-73, in the Southeast Regional final.
South Carolina: Clemson's Last-Second TD Clinches National Title
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Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson.When: Jan. 9, 2017
Where: Raymond James Stadium (Tampa, Florida)
Team: Clemson University
Sport: College football
Key figures: Quarterback Deshaun Watson, wide receiver Hunter Renfrow, head coach Dabo Swinney
What happened: Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson completed a 2-yard touchdown pass to Hunter Renfrow with :01 left to win the College Football Playoff Championship over the University of Alabama, 35-31.
South Dakota: Jackrabbits Advance to Sweet 16
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South Dakota State guard Macy Miller in the 2019 NCAA Tournament against Syracuse.When: March 25, 2019
Where: Moda Center (Portland, Oregon)
Team: South Dakota State University
Sport: Women's basketball
Key figures: Head coach Aaron Johnston, guard Macy Miller, guard Madison Guebert
What happened: South Dakota State defeated Syracuse 75-64 in the NCAA tournament to make the Sweet 16 for the first time.
Tennessee: Vols, Fulmer Win First BCS Title
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University of Tennessee quarterback Tee Martin.When: Jan. 4, 1999
Where: Bank One Ballpark (Phoenix)
Team: University of Tennessee
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Phillip Fulmer, quarterback Tee Martin, linebacker Al Wilson, wide receiver Peerless Price
What happened: The University of Tennessee beat Florida State 23-16 in the first BCS Championship Game.
Texas: Young, Longhorns Brings USC Dynasty Crashing Down
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Texas quarterback Vince Young scores the winning touchdown in the 2006 BCS Championship Game.When: Jan. 1, 2006
Where: Rose Bowl (Pasadena, California)
Team: University of Texas
Sport: College football
Key figures: Quarterback Vince Young, head coach Mack Brown, USC's defense
What happened: Texas quarterback Vince Young turned in arguably the greatest single-game performance in the history of college sports in a 41-28 win over USC in the 2006 BCS Championship Game.
Utah: Stockon's Shot Puts Jazz Into NBA Finals
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Utah Jazz point guard John Stockton is carried off the floor in Houston in 1997.When: May 29, 1997
Where: The Summit (Houston, Texas)
Team: Utah Jazz
Sport: Basketball
Key figures: Point guard John Stockton, head coach Jerry Sloan, Houston Rockets forward Charles Barkley
What happened: Utah Jazz point guard hit a 3-pointer at the buzzer in a 103-100 win over the Houston Rockets to clinch the Western Conference title.
Vermont: Skiing Phenom Dominates 1952 Winter Olympics
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Andrea Mead Lawrence competes in the 1952 Winter Olympics.When: Feb. 14 and 20, 1952
Where: Rodkleiva (Oslo, Norway)
Team: USA
Sport: Downhill skiing
Key figures: Andrea Mead Lawrence
What happened: Lawrence won gold medals at the 1952 Winter Olympics in the giant slalom and slalom.
Virginia: Cavs Win Long-Awaited NCAA Basketball Title
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Virginia celebrates after winning the 2019 NCAA tournament.When: April 8, 2019
Where: U.S. Bank Stadium (Minneapolis, Minnesota)
Team: University of Virginia
Sport: Men's basketball
Key figures: Head coach Tony Bennett, small forward De'Andre Hunter, guard Kyle Guy, guard Ty Jerome
What happened: The University of Virginia beat Texas Tech 85-77 in overtime to win the NCAA national championship.
Washington: What If We Told You the Sonics Won an NBA Title?
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SuperSonics head coach Lenny Wilkens in a parade following the 1979 NBA Finals.When: June 1, 1979
Where: Capital Center (Landover, Maryland)
Team: Seattle Supersonics
Sport: Basketball
Key figures: Head coach Lenny Wilkens, guard Dennis Johnson, center Jack Sikma
What happened: The Seattle SuperSonics defeated the Washington Bullets in five games for the 1979 NBA title.
West Virginia: Marshall's Resolve After Tragedy
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Marshall players rush the field after beating Xavier on Sept. 25, 1971.When: Sept. 25, 1971
Where: Marshall University Stadium (Huntington, West Virginia)
Team: Marshall University
Sport: College football
Key figures: Head coach Jack Lengyel
What happened: Marshall University won its first home game one year after a plane crash killed 37 players, eight coaches and 25 boosters — beating Xavier 15-13 with a touchdown on the final play of the game.
Wisconsin: Packers Win first Super Bowl
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The Kansas City Chiefs play the Green Bay Packers in Super Bowl I.When: Jan. 15, 1967
Where: Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum (Los Angeles, California)
Team: Green Bay Packers
Sport: Football
Key figures: Head coach Vince Lombardi, quarterback Bart Starr, Kansas City Chiefs cornerback Fred "The Hammer" Williamson
What happened: Green Bay Packers beat the Kansas Chiefs 35-10 in the first Super Bowl.
Wyoming: Gardner Pulls Off All-Time Olympic Upset
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Rulon Gardner celebrates after winning a gold medal at the 2000 Olympics.When: Sept. 27, 2000
Where: Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre (Sydney, Australia)
Team: USA
Sport: Greco-Roman Wrestling
Key figures: Russian heavyweight Aleksandr Karelin, U.S. heavyweight Rulon Gardner
What happened: Team USA heavyweight Rulon Gardner defeated Russia's Aleksandr Karelin in the 2000 Olympic finals, ending Karelin's 13-year winning streak.