History is full of stories. While some are true, others are just believable rumors. Use your detective skills to separate the facts from fiction. And remember, don't believe everything you hear.
Some athletes have become legends in their sport. But have the stories about their achievements become exaggerated over time? Discover the facts behind the myths inside.
Sports: What's the Real Story? 4
Did ancient Greek athletes compete naked? 6
Is there a Sports Illustrated curse? 8
Was Jesse Owens snubbed by Adolf Hitler at the Olympics? 10
Was NASCAR racing started by moonshiners? 12
Was the Stanley Cup ever misplaced? 14
Did a young boy ever say, "Say it ain't so, Joe"? 16
Did George Gipp really say, "Win one for the Gipper"? 18
Did Babe Ruth make a "called shot" home run? 20
Did the Globetrotters help create modern basketball? 22
Do sewers back up during the Super Bowl? 24
Does "golf" stand for Gentlemen Only, Ladies Forbidden? 26
Fact or Fiction?: How to Tell the Difference 28
Glossary 30
Read More 31
Internet Sites 31
Index 32
Overview
History is full of stories. While some are true, others are just believable rumors. Use your detective skills to separate the facts from fiction. And remember, don't believe everything you hear.
Some athletes have become legends in their sport. But have the stories about their achievements become exaggerated over time? Discover the facts behind the myths inside.