The Philly Hall

The Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame

The Philly Hall is the official podcast of the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame — celebrating the stories, legends, moments, and memories that shaped Philadelphia sports. From iconic athletes and championship teams to forgotten heroes and legendary artifacts, hosts Jim Montgomery and Steve Skalish take fans inside the history and culture that make Philly sports unlike anywhere else.

Episodes

  1. May 15

    Episode #1 - Pilot Episode

    In this episode of the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame podcast, hosts Jim Montgomery and Steve Skalish introduce the podcast and discuss the rich history and purpose of the Hall of Fame. They highlight the upcoming 2026 induction ceremony, featuring notable inductees such as Carly Lloyd and Hugh Douglas, and reflect on the contributions of various sports legends and coaches. The conversation emphasizes the significance of honoring Philadelphia's sports history and the impact of its athletes and contributors. In this episode, Steve Skalish and Jim Montgomery discuss the upcoming Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony, share insights on future podcast segments, and engage in a lively debate about the Hall of Fame worthiness of LaShawn McCoy. They also touch on the NFL Hall of Fame selection process, reflect on their favorite Philly athletes, and analyze the recent performance of the Sixers, concluding with thoughts on the team's future. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame Podcast 03:06 The History and Purpose of the Hall of Fame 06:00 Highlighting the 2026 Induction Ceremony 08:58 Spotlight on Inductees: Carly Lloyd and Hugh Douglas 11:56 Honoring Legends: John Runyon and Johnny Godereau 14:51 Celebrating Coaches and Contributors: Jimmy Linum and Dave Raymond 17:59 Closing Thoughts and Future Discussions 18:15 Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony 20:59 Future Podcast Segments and Guest Appearances 21:44 Debating Hall of Fame Worthiness: LaShawn McCoy 25:23 NFL Hall of Fame Selection Process 27:50 Rapid Fire Questions: Favorite Philly Athletes 32:57 Reflections on the Sixers' Season and Future Discussions Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame - https://www.philadelphiasportshalloffame.org/

    37 min

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The Philly Hall is the official podcast of the Philadelphia Sports Hall of Fame — celebrating the stories, legends, moments, and memories that shaped Philadelphia sports. From iconic athletes and championship teams to forgotten heroes and legendary artifacts, hosts Jim Montgomery and Steve Skalish take fans inside the history and culture that make Philly sports unlike anywhere else.