Category Archives: Shocker history

Old Gold: Bill Russell and the Dons visit Wichita

Why it matters: Any list of the top opponents to play in the Roundhouse would include San Francisco center Bill Russell. The defending NCAA champions drew a capacity crowd of 10,500 (with some fans turned away) early in the 1955-56 season. USF, atop the AP and UPI polls, is the first No. 1 team to play at Wichita. Read More »

Old Gold: 24 points in 18 minutes

Why it matters: Shocker football didn’t enjoy many big days in the 1980s. This was one of them. A stirring comeback. A goal-line stand and a record-setting performance. Read More »

Old Gold: Shocker History Series

Summer series are the rage on TV, where networks are doing what they can to attract eyeballs during good weather. I’m not sure if I buy Piper Perabo as a super spy, but it’s worth a try. We’re no different at Shockwaves. Read More »