1893 – The first women’s college basketball takes place as the freshman and sophomores from Smith College in Massachusetts play against each other. 1941 – Joe Louis knocks out Abe Simon in the 13th round to retain the world heavyweight title. 1953 – Bob Cousy sets an NBA record by scoring 50 points in a game. 1961 – Art Modell purchases the Cleveland Browns for a record price of $3,925,000.