The Socially Distant Sports Bar 2: Covfefe 19
Apr 6, 2020
This week, the hosts delve into the curious connection between Donald Trump and the USFL, exploring the league's rise and fall. They also discuss the remarkable 1986 penalty kick by Paul Thorburn and share the incredible story of James Scott, a boxer who fought in a maximum security prison. Nostalgia runs deep as they reminisce about iconic sports moments, including Terry Wogan's legendary putt and Daley Thompson's decathlon brilliance. Plus, they recommend engaging sports books for fans looking to enrich their reading list.
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Thorburn's 65m Stadium Moment
- Paul Thorburn attempted and succeeded with a massive 65m penalty kick against Scotland in 1986, creating a stadium-wide eruption.
- Elis James and Bill McLaren both recall the kick as one of the most astonishing place kicks they've seen live.
Terry Wogan's Joyful Long Putt
- Terry Wogan sank an enormous televised putt that delighted the crowd and presenters.
- Mike Bubbins describes it as pure joy on Wogan's face and says he'd have hugged him if present.
Prison Rings: James Scott's HBO Fights
- James Scott, serving 30–40 years, boxed professionally inside Rahway State Prison with HBO coverage and climbed to contender status.
- The WBA later removed him from rankings when controversy about prison venues grew, ending his rise.
