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The Championship That Changed Everything: Texas Western’s 1966 NCAA Title

The Championship That Changed Everything: Texas Western’s 1966 NCAA Title

It Was Said: Sports
Sea. 1 Ep. 622 min
13 Oct 21
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In an historic moment in college sports, Texas Western becomes the first team to start five black players in the 1966 NCAA national championship. Their defeat over the University of Kentucky marked a victory over racial discrimination and changed college sports forever. Sportscasters Michael Wilbon and Verne Lundquist join Doc Rivers to look back on this historic moment in sports history. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policyLearn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices