March 4, 1993 -- The first ESPYS Awards was held at Madison Square Garden and was hosted by comedian Dennis Miller. Some notable winners included Michael Jordan winning Best Male Athlete and Monica Seles winning Best Female Athlete. The Best Team award went to the Cowboys and Jim Valvano was presented with the first Arthur Ashe Courage Award. During his speech, Valvano announced the creation of the Jimmy V Foundation for Cancer Research.
Also happening this week:
- March 4, 1950 -- National-American Football League reverts to calling itself the NFL.
- March 5, 1964 -- Atlanta Mayor Ivan Allen Jr. announces a baseball team is moving to the city.
- March 6, 1922 -- Babe Ruth signs a three-year contract with Yankees at $52,000 a year.
- March 6, 1972 -- Jack Nicklaus passes Arnold Palmer as golf’s all-time money winner.
