Bob Feller Show

Ernie Calverley's Half-Court Shot in the 1946 NIT

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The Bob Feller Show features baseball great Bob Feller, whose career as a celebrated Cleveland pitcher made him one of the sport’s best-known figures. This program’s title points to a story about Ernie Calverley’s half-court shot during the 1946 National Invitation Tournament, bringing a memorable moment from basketball into the conversation.

Listeners can expect a sports-focused radio program centered on discussion and recollections rather than a fictional drama. The subject offers a glimpse of the way remarkable athletic feats become part of sports history, with the NIT providing the setting for Calverley’s long-range shot.

Feller’s presence gives the program a distinctive connection to the world of professional baseball, while its subject reaches across sports to celebrate an unusual basketball achievement. It is a listen for fans interested in the personalities, stories, and standout moments that shape American sports.


This recording is part of the Old Time Radio collection.