Opinion Navy Ends Losing Streak Against Notre Dame November 5, 2007 • John F. Kennedy was in the White House the last time Navy beat Notre Dame in football. Navy ended decades of frustration by holding off the Irish 46-44 in triple overtime in South Bend, Ind. The 43 straight losses was the longest losing streak against one team in college football. Navy Ends Losing Streak Against Notre Dame Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/15995012/15994610" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Australian Golfer Ogilvy Takes U.S. Open June 19, 2006 • Geoff Ogilvy won the U.S. Open this Sunday. The 29-year-old won at Winged Foot Golf Club, in large part, because Phil Mickelson and Colin Montgomerie played badly at the end. Australian Golfer Ogilvy Takes U.S. Open Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5494827/5494828" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Woods, Mickelson to Face Off at U.S. Open June 15, 2006 • Tigers Woods and Phil Mickelson are in the spotlight at the U.S Open golf championship in New York, but it's Michael Campbell who will be defending the title he won last year at Pinehurst. Steve Inskeep talks to sports commentator John Feinstein. Woods, Mickelson to Face Off at U.S. Open Only Available in Archive Formats. Real Media Windows
Opinion Defending NBA Champs Bounced from Playoffs May 23, 2006 • Sports commentator John Feinstein talks about the NBA playoffs with Steve Inskeep. In two game sevens, the Dallas Mavericks beat the defending champion San Antonio Spurs and the Phoenix Suns beat the surprising Los Angeles Clippers. Defending NBA Champs Bounced from Playoffs Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5424686/5424687" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Two Heisman Winners Highlight NFL Draft April 28, 2006 • Steve Inskeep talks to John Feinstein about the NFL draft that takes place on Saturday at Radio City Music Hall in New York City. Two Heisman Winners Highlight NFL Draft Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5368237/5368238" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Mickelson Is Masterful at Augusta National April 10, 2006 • Commentator John Feinstein speaks with host Renee Montagne about the Masters Golf Tournament. Phil Mickelson played an almost perfect final round to become the tournament's champion for the second time. Mickelson Is Masterful at Augusta National Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5333777/5333778" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Longer Course Greets Masters Golf Field April 6, 2006 • The Masters Golf Tournament is under way in Augusta, Ga. Steve Inskeep talks with commentator John Feinstein about what to expect from defending champion Tiger Woods, and changes to this year's course. Longer Course Greets Masters Golf Field Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5327146/5327147" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Florida Takes on UCLA for Men's Basketball Title April 3, 2006 • The NCAA men's basketball championship will be decided Monday night in Indianapolis. Steve Inskeep talks to John Feinstein about the two finalists, UCLA and Florida. The Bruins are seeking a 12th national title. Florida is in the final for the second time since 2000. Florida Takes on UCLA for Men's Basketball Title Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5319196/5319197" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Final Four Full of Surprises March 27, 2006 • All four top seeds have been eliminated from this year's men's NCAA basketball tournament. George Mason pulled off a stunning upset by beating top-seeded Connecticut in overtime to advance to the Final Four. Top-seeded Villanova also lost, falling to Florida. Steve Inskeep talks to John Feinstein. Final Four Full of Surprises Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5302935/5302936" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion Defending Champs Bounced from NCAA Tournament March 20, 2006 • Defending champion North Carolina suffered a shocking loss to George Mason in the NCAA Tournament on Sunday, seeing its dreams of another title end in the second round. Steve Inskeep talks to commentator John Feinstein about the first weekend of March Madness. Defending Champs Bounced from NCAA Tournament Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5289426/5289427" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Opinion NCAA Tournament Rolls into March, Again March 13, 2006 • There are no surprises among the top seeds in the NCAA men's basketball tournament. But the larger field, as always, contains some unexpected dancers. Renee Montagne talks to sports commentator John Feinstein about the NCAA Tournament's present, and past. NCAA Tournament Rolls into March, Again Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5259292/5259293" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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A Big Basketball Feat for the Big East? March 1, 2006 • The newly expanded Big East could have a record nine teams in the NCAA tournament. But at 30 conference tournaments getting under way around the country, almost everyone has a final shot at glory. A Big Basketball Feat for the Big East? Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5239022/5239023" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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XL: A Less-Than-Super Bowl February 6, 2006 • Super Bowl XL falls somewhere between brilliant and bland on the 40-year timeline of title games. The Pittsburgh Steelers and star Jerome Bettis are popular winners, but play was erratic and the referees loomed a bit too large. XL: A Less-Than-Super Bowl Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5191194/5191195" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Federer Wins Down Under, Looks to French Open January 30, 2006 • Roger Federer wins the men's title at the Australian Open after a comeback against Cypriot Marcos Baghdatis. On the women's side, Amelia Mauresmo first made a major final seven years ago but hadn't broken through until now. Federer Wins Down Under, Looks to French Open Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5178289/5178290" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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NHL Shakes Off Lockout, Long Layoff January 27, 2006 • As the National Hockey League prepares for the Winter Olympics break, the league is in pretty good shape, despite the lockout that ruined the 2004-05 season. NHL Shakes Off Lockout, Long Layoff Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5175365/5175366" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Steelers, Seahawks Advance to Super Bowl XL January 23, 2006 • The Seattle Seahawks will play in their first Super Bowl on Feb. 5 in Detroit; the Pittsburgh Steelers will return for a shot at the franchise's fifth Super Bowl title. Both teams dominated their opponents in Sunday's conference championship games. Steelers, Seahawks Advance to Super Bowl XL Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5167806/5167807" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Steelers, Seahawks Advance in NFL Playoffs January 16, 2006 • The Pittsburgh Steelers advanced Sunday to the AFC Championship game after a 21-18 upset over the Indianapolis Colts, while the Seattle Seahawks upset the Washington Redskins in one of Saturday's playoff games. Steelers, Seahawks Advance in NFL Playoffs Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5159135/5159136" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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NFL Playoffs Free of Surprises January 9, 2006 • The pro football playoffs get under way with some familiar teams advancing. The New England Patriots, Pittsburgh Steelers, Carolina Panthers and Washington Redskins all won opening-round games. NFL Playoffs Free of Surprises Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5135274/5135275" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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College Football Season Builds to Climax January 3, 2006 • College football's national championship will be decided Wednesday when Texas faces defending champion Southern California in the Rose Bowl. Six games on Monday offered a wild series of warmups, while in a final preliminary on Tuesday night, Penn State and Florida State meet in the Orange Bowl. College Football Season Builds to Climax Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5080427/5080428" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Christmas Day NBA Games: Detroit, Miami Victorious December 26, 2005 • Sports commentator John Feinstein looks at Christmas Day NBA games. The Detroit Pistons beat the defending champion San Antonio Spurs, and the Miami Heat defeated the Los Angeles Lakers. The Miami-Los Angeles match pegged former teammates Kobe Bryant and Shaquille O'Neal against each other. Christmas Day NBA Games: Detroit, Miami Victorious Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5069714/5069715" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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Luger Quinn Takes Another Shot at Olympics December 16, 2005 • Sports agent Patrick Quinn has spent most of his adult life trying to make it to the Olympics. Friday will be a decisive moment in the 39-year-old's quest, a crucial qualifying luge race in Lake Placid. Quinn tried unsuccessfully to make the games as a speed skater in 1998 and 2002. Luger Quinn Takes Another Shot at Olympics Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5056497/5056498" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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No Controversy Heading into This Year's Rose Bowl December 5, 2005 • This past weekend, the University of Southern California and the University of Texas each finished undefeated seasons with dominating performances to set up their face-off for the national title in the Rose Bowl on Jan. 4. No Controversy Heading into This Year's Rose Bowl Listen Toggle more options Download Embed Embed <iframe src="https://www.npr.org/player/embed/5038871/5038872" width="100%" height="290" frameborder="0" scrolling="no" title="NPR embedded audio player"> Transcript
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