In 1869, the Cincinnati Red Stockings became the world’s first professional baseball team — forever changing the sport. In this premiere episode of Hall of Teams, host Kirk Jensen takes you back to baseball’s earliest days: the Red Stockings’ perfect season, their daring Southern tour, and the cultural impact that made them more than just a ballclub.

From the iconic red stockings to the legendary players who set the standard for all who followed, discover how a team from Cincinnati left a legacy still felt in baseball today.

Along the way, you’ll hear Trivia from the Hall, bite-sized facts and hidden gems that bring history to life in surprising ways. Each season, episodes compete for the Team of the Year crown, awarded to the story that resonates most with listeners through likes, comments, and subscriptions. And every inducted team finds its place on the Hall of Teams Wall of Honor, a growing collection that celebrates the greatest clubs across sport, across time, and across the world.

Hall of Teams isn’t just about scores and trophies — it’s about the traditions, identities, and legacies that make these teams immortal.

In 1857, two cricketers from Sheffield — Nathaniel Creswick and William Prest — founded the world’s first football club, forever changing the way the game would be played. Sheffield F.C. became the birthplace of organized football, writing the earliest set of rules and laying the foundation for what would become the world’s most popular sport.

From the creation of the Sheffield Rules to the first derby against Hallam F.C., and from “married vs. singles” matches to innovations like free kicks and corners, discover how this small English side shaped the DNA of the Beautiful Game.

Along the way, you’ll hear Trivia from the Hall, bite-sized facts and hidden gems that bring history to life in surprising ways. Each season, episodes compete for the Team of the Year crown, awarded to the story that resonates most with listeners through likes, comments, and subscriptions. And every inducted team finds its place on the Hall of Teams Wall of Honor, a growing collection that celebrates the greatest clubs in history.

Hall of Teams isn’t just about matches and results — it’s about the origins, traditions, and legacies that make these teams eternal.

Across Sport. Across Time. Across the World.

New Zealand All Blacks – One Color. Always Black. | Hall of Teams Episode 03

The New Zealand All Blacks are the most iconic rugby team in history. From the legendary black jersey to the silver fern and the haka that echoes across stadiums, they’ve built a legacy that transcends sport.

In this episode of Hall of Teams, host Kirk Jensen — World Champion and Sports Historian — takes you inside the story of the All Blacks. Discover the origins of their black kit, the meaning behind the silver fern, and how a haka became a global symbol of strength, pride, and identity.

From their early tours to their World Cup triumphs, this is the journey of a team whose dominance shaped rugby and inspired a nation. Along the way, you’ll hear Trivia from the Hall — surprising facts and hidden stories from the All Blacks’ history.

Whether you’re a rugby fan or simply drawn to legendary teams, the All Blacks’ story is one of tradition, power, and enduring legacy.

Listen now and join the Hall of Teams — Across Sport, Across Time, Across the World.

Hall of Teams – Official Trailer

Across Sport. Across Time. Across the World. 🌍

Welcome to Hall of Teams, a cinematic podcast and video series celebrating the origin stories and legacies of the world’s most iconic teams. 🏆

From the first professional baseball club to the giants of football, rugby, hockey, basketball, and beyond, Hall of Teams uncovers how greatness was built: through excellence, passion, and legacy.

Join host Kirk Jensen , World Champion, Coach, and Sports Historian, as he takes you behind the crests, colors, and rivalries that shaped history.

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#CincinnatiRedStockings ⚾

#SheffieldFC ⚽

#AllBlacks 🏉

#GreenBayPackers 🏈

#FCBarcelona 🔵🔴

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In a league filled with billion dollar franchises and global fan bases, the Green Bay Packers stand alone. They are the only publicly owned major sports team in America. The club was built not by investors, but by its people.

This episode of Hall of Teams explores how a small packing company in 1919 grew into a football dynasty. From the early days of Curly Lambeau to the era of Vince Lombardi, we reveal how Green Bay became more than a team. It became a way of life.

🏈 Hosted by Kirk Jensen, World Champion and Sports Historian

Discover how a community saved its club through public stock sales, how the historic “G” logo was created, and how generations of fans helped build one of the most loyal and passionate followings in sports history. This is the story of identity, tradition, and the power of a team that belongs to its people.

🎧 Previous Hall of Teams Episodes

Cincinnati Red Stockings, The Birth of Pro Baseball

Sheffield FC, The World’s First Football Club

New Zealand All Blacks, One Color. Always Black.

FC Barcelona, A Journey of Faith, Defiance and Glory

🏆 Vote for Team of the Year at HallofTeams.com

📍 Across All Sports, Across Time, and Across the World.

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Més que un club.

This authentic football documentary explores the weight of identity and history carried by FC Barcelona, a club that became a symbol of culture and pride for supporters across Catalonia and around the world. Built by a community that believed the sport could represent something greater than the game itself, Barcelona’s legacy reflects that conviction.

This episode of Hall of Teams tells the full story of the historic club. From Joan Gamper’s founding vision in 1899 and the rise of La Masia, to Cruyff’s Dream Team era and the global dominance of Lionel Messi, we chart Barça’s journey to becoming one of the most influential teams in world football. The story continues with the transformation of Spotify Camp Nou and the rise of Lamine Yamal, carrying Barcelona into a new era.

⚽ Hosted by Kirk Jensen, World Champion and Sports Historian.

Discover the identity that connects generations of Barça supporters, including how the crest was created, the influence of the Cruyff philosophy, the impact of legends like Xavi, Iniesta, and Messi, and the enduring magic of Camp Nou.

The Baggy Greens: A Legacy of Pressure and Pride

With Australia securing the 2025–26 Ashes through a dominant start to the series, the story of the Baggy Greens entered its next chapter.

In this episode of Hall of Teams, we explore how Australia’s national cricket team built a standard that became both feared and respected across the cricketing world. From the game’s arrival with soldiers and settlers to the rise of Sir Donald Bradman and the Invincibles, this episode traces the moments that shaped Australia’s sporting identity.

We uncover the history behind the Baggy Green cap, the intensity of the Bodyline controversy that nearly caused a diplomatic crisis, and the modern eras of dominance defined by Allan Border, Ricky Ponting, and Shane Warne. Along the way, we journey to the great stages of the MCG and SCG to see how pressure, discipline, and expectation became inseparable from Australian cricket.

Trivia from the Hall explains how Test cricket works, why the Ashes urn still matters, and what it truly means to earn a Baggy Green cap number.

Every inducted team earns its place on the Hall of Teams Wall of Honor.

Vote for your Team of the Year by liking, commenting, and subscribing.

The team with the most engagement will be crowned at season’s end.

Produced in Canada as part of a global, historic documentary series.🌎