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Willie Mays made 'The Catch', Mama Going to Knock You Out, and the Woodman became Aquaman - This DiSH for Sept. 29
Episode 67129th September 2025 • This Day in Sports History • Thrive Sweet Productions
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In 1954, New York Giants centerfielder Willie Mays made the catch to save a couple of runs from scoring in game 1 of the Cleveland Indians.

In 1989, boxer Tony Wilson got a little help from his mom.

In 1985, Washington QB Joe Theismann punted for the first and only time. His career punt average was 1.0 yard.

In 1923, Walter Hagen and Gene Sarazen played what many consider to be the greatest match play battle in golf history.

In 2007, golfer Woody Austin fell backward into a pond after attempting a shot during the President's Cup.

In 1987, New York Yankee Don Mattingly hit his MLB record 6th Grand Slam of the season.

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