Original Air Date: Jan 9, 2013
Series premiere. The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In-depth segments on the world's best soccer player Lionel Messi, the case against Lance Armstrong and free solo climber Alex Honnold. With reporting from Bob Simon, Scott Pelley and Lara Logan.
Original Air Date: Feb 6, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. An unprecedented behind-the-scenes look at the largest event in America, the Super Bowl - a colossal undertaking from planning to the presentation of the Lombardi Trophy. Also, Armen Keteyian sits down with NFL Films' Ed Sabol and the family that changed the way we watch football.
Original Air Date: Mar 6, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. '60 Minutes Sports' joins extreme surfer Garrett McNamara for a board's-eye-view as he rides the biggest and most dangerous waves on Earth. Then, prepare for pain as we go from start to finish and explore the popularity of obstacle course racing. Lastly, we get the first word from free diver Herbert Nitsch as he discusses the 800-ft. drop that ended his career. With reporting from Anderson Cooper, Byron Pitts and Bob Simon.
Original Air Date: Apr 3, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In the latest edition of '60 Minutes Sports', learn the secret of Sportscaster of the Year Chris Berman's winning ways. Plus, an in-depth analysis of the new look Los Angeles Dodgers and a profile of world-class golf course designer Pete Dye. With reporting from Lara Logan, Byron Pitts and Steve Kroft.
Original Air Date: May 1, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In the latest edition of '60 Minutes Sports', controversial thoroughbred trainer Doug O'Neill discusses I'll Have Another coming within one race of winning last year's Triple Crown. Plus, R.A. Dickey sheds some light on the secret of the knuckleball and an in-depth look at the World Darts Championship. With reporting from Armen Keteyian, Lesley Stahl and Mark Phillips.
Original Air Date: Jun 5, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In the latest edition of '60 Minutes Sports', has the new America's Cup - where high speed equals high risk - become too dangerous? Plus, Lesley Stahl sits down with the Bryan twins - the greatest tennis doubles team of our time. Then, 40 years after his historic Triple Crown win, a look back at the legacy of Secretariat.
Original Air Date: Jul 3, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In the latest edition of '60 Minutes Sports', is there anything NBA Finals MVP LeBron James can't do? Then, a profile of polo's leading star, Ignacio "Nacho" Figueras, as he mounts a comeback following a recent injury. Plus, free diver Herbert Nitsch explains why he chose to break his own depth record and a look back at what many consider to be the greatest game ever played - when 20-year old golfer Francis Ouimet won the U.S. Open 100 years ago.
Original Air Date: Aug 7, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In the latest edition of '60 Minutes Sports', an in-depth look at the legacy of some of football's greatest African American quarterbacks. Plus, is Samoa the new breeding ground for NFL stars? Then, catch up with extreme surfer Garrett McNamara for a board's-eye-view as he continues riding the biggest and most dangerous waves on Earth.
Original Air Date: Sep 4, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In the latest edition of '60 Minutes Sports', an in-depth look at the story behind the stripes - inside the lives of NFL referees. Plus, a profile of Harvard rowing coach, the late Harry Parker, and his thoughts on the rivalry with Yale. Then, we go inside the courtroom for a breakdown of the Jerry Sandusky trial.
Original Air Date: Oct 2, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. In the latest edition of '60 Minutes Sports', go inside the craze of fantasy football. Plus, the true story - and the controversy - behind 7 on 7 football. Then, an up close look at one of the country's most dangerous kayak races.
Original Air Date: Nov 6, 2013
The first name in news magazines is now the last word in sports. Coming up on '60 Minutes Sports': S.W.A.T.S.' Mitch Ross and his unorthodox PEDs - can they really work? Then, building the muscles behind the success of the Alabama Crimson Tide and a fishing guide they call "Fly Girl" on a mission to bring back an art. Plus, ESPN's Basketball Analyst Jay Bilas on whether college athletes should be paid. With reporting from Pam Oliver, Armen Keteyian, Bill Whitaker and Jack Ford.
Original Air Date: Dec 4, 2013
Forget baseball cards, or bobble-head dolls, for collectors of sports memorabilia, "game-used" items are all the rage these days. Correspondent Armen Keteyian takes a close look at this multi-billion dollar business. James Brown profiles the Oklahoma City Thunder and all-star forward Kevin Durant, who starts for an NBA team that's drawing national attention and putting hope in the Heartland for an NBA championship. Plus, Lesley Stahl reports on the sport that's attracting disabled athletes of all ages, including wounded warriors: sled hockey.