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1972

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Historic Shock: Harris’ Immaculate Reception Delivers Steelers’ First Playoff Win

December 23, 1972 0 60
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Dec. 9, 1972: The first College Division Soccer Championship is conducted at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville.

December 9, 1972 0 65
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1972 Heisman winner Johnny Rodgers

December 2, 1972 0 71
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Namath’s Legendary Day: Jets and Colts Make History in 872-Yard Air Duel

September 24, 1972 0 64
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June 23, 1972: President Richard Nixon signs Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination based on sex in education programs or activities that receive federal financial assistance. The landmark legislation leads to new opportunities for women and girls to participate in athletics.

June 23, 1972 0 78
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Chamberlain’s Philadelphia Sets Record

March 26, 1972 0 74
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Connie Hawkins Makes History

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Dallas Dominates: Staubach Leads Cowboys to 24–3 Super Bowl VI Victory

January 16, 1972 0 54
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Jan.  8, 1972: Freshman eligibility in basketball and football is approved.

January 8, 1972 0 73

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