Sports Trivia Questions — page 15
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- 701.
The Milwaukee Braves won the World Series in what year?
- A1955
- B1957
- C1956
- D1954
Answer: 1957 - 702.
Having played only one season in the majors with the 1959 Phillies, this player, popularly known as Sparky, later made his mark as a manager.
- AEarl Weaver
- BWalter Alston
- CJohn McGraw
- DGeorge Anderson
Answer: George Anderson - 703.
He was drafted in 2002 by Phoenix Suns, right after Nikoloz Tskitishvili , Dajuan Wagner, Nene, and Chris Wilcox.
- AJason Kidd
- BAmare Stoudemire
- CShawn Kemp
- DLeBron James
Answer: Amare Stoudemire - 704.
Which of these defensive players did not play linebacker for The Miami Hurricanes?
- AMichael Barrow
- BJonathan Vilma
- CAl Blades
- DDan Morgan
Answer: Al Blades - 705.
What happened during the second period of Game 4 of the 1988 Stanley Cup Finals between the Boston Bruins and the Edmonton Oilers?
- AThe coaches had a fight on the ice.
- BThere was a bomb threat.
- CThe refs never showed up for the second period.
- DThe lights went out.
Answer: The lights went out. - 706.
In tennis, is it a disadvantage to be tall when you volley?
- ANo
- BYes
Answer: No - 707.
The first perfect game played in Calfornia was played in this city.
- ASan Diego
- BSan Francisco
- COakland
- DLos Angeles
Answer: Los Angeles - 708.
What is the name of the main character in the American series Kung Fu (1972-1975)?
- AKwai Chang Caine
- BMaster Po
- CMaster Kan
- DDavid Carradine
Answer: Kwai Chang Caine - 709.
The team that became Gloucester RFC played their first game on this site in 1873, which was later developed as the clubs home.
- AQueensholm
- BFranklins Gardens
- CKingsholm
- DThe Shed
Answer: Kingsholm - 710.
This point guard grew up in Kansas, where he went to school. Somehow, Red Auerbach got him into the Connecticut National Guard, to keep him from being drafted. Who is he?
- ADennis Johnson
- BJoJo White
- CNate Archibald
- DStefan Telfair
Answer: JoJo White - 711.
What was Sir Donald Bradman's batting average in test matches?
- A99.94
- B100
- C44.78
- D69.51
Answer: 99.94 - 712.
When was the first intercollegiate womens basketball game played?
- AApril 4, 1896
- BApril 4, 1906
- CApril 4, 1926
- DApril 4, 1916
Answer: April 4, 1896 - 713.
Where did Missouri coach Mike Anderson served as an assistant for a 17-years?
- ATulsa
- BUniversity of Arkansas
- CUniversity of Alabama at Birmingham
- DUniversity of Missouri
Answer: University of Arkansas - 714.
On May 26, 1959 this pitcher pitched 12 perfect innings.
- ABob Gibson
- BHarvey Haddix
- CDon Drysdale
- DWarren Sphan
Answer: Harvey Haddix - 715.
Who acquired soccer club A.C. Milan in 1986?
- ATinto Brass
- BSilvio Berlusconi
- CJoy Damato
- DBenito Craxi
Answer: Silvio Berlusconi - 716.
What was the first year Olympians marched into the stadium behind their countrys flag?
- A1908-London
- B1936-Berlin
- C1900-Paris
- D1944-Chicago
Answer: 1908-London - 717.
Where did Michael Phelps attend college?
- AUniversity of Michigan in Ann Arbor
- BGeorgetown University
- CIowa State
- DOhio State
Answer: University of Michigan in Ann Arbor - 718.
What city hosted the first womens Olympic marathon in 1984?
- ALos Angeles
- BMontreal
- CRome
- DBarcelona
Answer: Los Angeles - 719.
During the 2004-2005 season, which team ended Arsenals streak of 49 matches without defeat?
- AManchester United
- BLiverpool
- CFulham
- DChelsea
Answer: Manchester United - 720.
What is the oldest team in the NFL?
- AGreen Bay Packers
- BChicago Bears
- CNew York Giants
- DArizona Cardinals
Answer: Arizona Cardinals - 721.
This American skater with a spellbinding jumping ability became the first man to land 3 quads in the same program in the year 2000.
- ATimothy Goebel
- BTodd Eldredge
- CMichael Weiss
- DJohnny Weir
Answer: Timothy Goebel - 722.
Although "only" 67 (2 m) tall he was the first of the great defensive players in the NBA. His college team won the NCAA championship. His pro team won many championships. Who is he?
- ABill Russell
- BNate Thurmond
- CGeorge Mikan
- DWilt Chamberlain
Answer: Bill Russell - 723.
This team is one of the five playing in the Southwest Division of the Western Conference. Tracy McGrady (as of 2005) plays for this team.
- AHouston Rockets
- BSan Antonio Spurs
- CUtah Jazz
- DMinnesota Timberwolves
Answer: Houston Rockets - 724.
When was the International Olympic Committee founded?
- A1896
- B1894
- C1898
- D1900
Answer: 1894 - 725.
Who was the first baseball player to hit more than 40 home runs in a season?
- ALou Gehrig
- BNap Lajoie
- CBabe Ruth
- DHome Run Baker
Answer: Babe Ruth - 726.
Select the one who does not fit.
- ABrian Leetch (NHL)
- BBonnie Sloan (NFL)
- CLance Allred (NBA)
- DWilliam E. Hoy (MLB)
Answer: Brian Leetch (NHL) - 727.
Kobe Bryant said on TNT that he wanted this jersey number as a rookie in the 2006-2007 season.
- A12
- B24
- C19
- D33
Answer: 24 - 728.
In Chinese martial arts, the series of movements that are combined so they can be practiced as one set of movements are grouped in how many general types?
- ASix
- BFour
- CThree
- DTwo
Answer: Two - 729.
In what year did the University of Georgia win a national title in football?
- A1982
- B1981
- C1983
- D1980
Answer: 1980 - 730.
In 1933 this team won the first NFL Championship Game.
- ACanton Bulldogs
- BWashington Redskins
- CChicago Bears
- DNew York Giants
Answer: Chicago Bears - 731.
Saturday Nights Main Event aired on what network during the 80s and early 90s?
- ANBC
- BCBS
- CABC
- DTNT
Answer: NBC - 732.
Who became head coach of the Steelers in 1992?
- ABill Cowher
- BTom Landry
- CJoe Green
- DJoe Montana
Answer: Bill Cowher - 733.
What year did the New England Patriots win their first Super Bowl?
- A2000
- B2003
- C2001
- D2006
Answer: 2001 - 734.
Who is the first man to catch more than one perfect game?
- AJeff Torborg
- BYogi Berra
- CRon Hassey
- DJoe Giradi
Answer: Ron Hassey - 735.
Has wrestler Bret Hart been inducted in the WWE Hall of Fame?
- ANo
- BYes
Answer: Yes - 736.
In which year was the Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) formed?
- A1951
- B1983
- C1972
- D1960
Answer: 1972 - 737.
Who led the 2005 LSU team in receptions?
- ADwayne Bowe
- BCarlos Rachel
- CRyan Perrilloux
- DSkler Green
Answer: Dwayne Bowe - 738.
This former ice hockey defenseman, born in Ontario, Canada, played 465 games as a New York Ranger and wore number 2.
- AGuy Lafleur
- BClint Smith
- CMaurice Richard
- DBrad Park
Answer: Brad Park - 739.
Which team beat the Patriots in Super Bowl XX?
- APanthers
- BBears
- CEagles
- DRams
Answer: Bears - 740.
During the 1970-1971 season, which Eastern Conference team had the best record and got the Most Valuable Player Award?
- APhiladelphia 76ers
- BMilwaukee Bucks
- CNY Knicks
- DBoston Celtics
Answer: Milwaukee Bucks - 741.
How many times a Spanish cyclist has won the Tour de France until 2009?
- A10
- B12
- C14
- D16
Answer: 12 - 742.
Which of these set an NFL record for the most consecutive games with a touchdown pass (1956-1960)?
- ADan Morino
- BJohnny Unitas
- CY A Tittle
- DSteve DeBerg
Answer: Johnny Unitas - 743.
This great center was sometimes called The Howler" because he used to yell at opponents in order to ruin the shooters concentration. His other nickname is associated with his career between college and the NBA. Who is this three-time Olympian who once scored a quadruple double?
- AMoses malone
- BBill Walton
- CWes Unseld
- DDavid Robinson
Answer: David Robinson - 744.
Who was the Charlotte Bobcats' first head coach?
- ADan Schwartzer
- BBernie Bickerstaff
- CMichael Jordan
- DLou Hollins
Answer: Bernie Bickerstaff - 745.
Diego Maradona became friends with this political leader and even tattooed hit portrait on his left leg.
- ALech Walesa
- BGeorge H. W. Bush
- CFidel Castro
- DMikhail Gorbachev
Answer: Fidel Castro - 746.
This second baseman played for the Chicago Cubs in the 1980s.
- AFrank Grant
- BFrankie Frisch
- CRyne Sandberg
- DTony Lazzeri
Answer: Ryne Sandberg - 747.
The importance of practice was emphasized in the following statement made by this Notre Dame head coach: "Lads, you're not to miss practice unless your parents died or you died."
- ALou Holtz
- BAra Parseghian
- CFrank Leahy
- DKnute Rockne
Answer: Frank Leahy - 748.
The Philadelphia 76ers are a basketball team. What does 76 represent?
- A1976, the year in which the club was established
- BThe age of Danny Biasone when he founded the team
- CThe amount of money (in thousands) the teams founders had
- D1776, the year the Declaration of Independence was signed
Answer: 1776, the year the Declaration of Independence was signed - 749.
These NHL relatives were known as the Rocket and the Pocket Rocket.
- AMaurice and Henri Richard
- BBobby and Brett Hull
- CFrank and Peter Mahavolich
- DBrent and Brian Sutter
Answer: Maurice and Henri Richard - 750.
What does WKA stand for?
- AWillowbrook Kart Alignment
- BWitfield Karting Association
- CWorld Kangaroo Association
- DWorld Karting Association
Answer: World Karting Association
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