Major sports moments remembered on August 30

On August 30, various notable events in sports history are commemorated. In 1887, Richard Sears claimed his seventh consecutive U.S. National Championship men’s singles title. The 1904 Olympic marathon saw Thomas Hicks secure gold, while Ty Cobb made his MLB debut in 1905. Later, in 1937, Joe Louis defended his heavyweight title for the first time. The day has also witnessed historic achievements like the Houston Comets winning the inaugural WNBA championship in 1997, and Ashley Martin becoming the first woman to score in an NCAA Division I football game in 2001. These highlights reflect the rich legacy of athletic accomplishments over the years.

• 7:20 PMYahoo Sports — Today in sports history, August 30