Author: Daniel Brown Publisher: Triumph Books (IL) ISBN: 1600787916 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 289
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Whether a die-hard booster from the days of Joe Montana or a new supporter of Jim Harbaugh, these are the 100 things every San Francisco 49er fan needs to know, and do, in their lifetime. Inspired by and written for the devout 49er fan, this lively and detailed book explores important facts and figures from the teams storied history--from the early years of Y. A. Tittle to the teams golden era in the 1980s and 1990s featuring coaches Bill Walsh and George Seifert, Hall of Fame quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young, and star receiver Jerry Rice, to todays championship contender. From the most important facts about the team and the traditions that define what being a 49er fanatic is all about, this guide also highlights such essential experiences as the best places to eat near Candlestick Park.
Author: Matthew Silverman Publisher: Triumph Books ISBN: 1633194833 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 291
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With trivia boxes, records, and team lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every Mets fan should know. It contains crucial information such as important dates, player nicknames, memorable moments, and outstanding achievements by singular players. This guide to all things New York Mets covers Robin Ventura's 1999 Grand-Slam single, the 1969 shoe polish incident, and the history behind the names and numbers on the left-field wall. Updated for 2015, this new edition features a new generation of Mets stars, including pitchers Jason deGrom, Matt Harvey, and Noah Syndergaard.
Author: Sean Callahan Publisher: Triumph Books ISBN: 1623682851 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 289
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The University of Nebraska–Lincoln is one of the most storied and decorated football programs in NCAA history—since its inception in 1890, the program has claimed five National Championships, all of which are explored in this essential guide, along with the personalities, events, and facts that any and every Cornhuskers fan should know. The book recalls the key moments and players from Tom Osborne’s reign on the Nebraska sidelines from the 1970s to the 1990s—an unprecedented period that included 13 conference championships and three national championships—as well as the program’s early years and recent success under head coach Bo Pelini. Author Sean Callahan also includes the unforgettable players who have worn the Scarlet and Cream, including Johnny Rodgers, Mike Rozier, Tommie Frazier, and Ndamukong Suh. More than a century of team history is distilled to capture the essential moments, highlighting the personalities, games, rivalries, and plays that have come together to make Nebraska one of college football’s legendary programs.
Author: Kent Somers Publisher: Triumph Books ISBN: 163319647X Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 266
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100 Things Cardinals Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the ultimate resources guide for true fans of the Arizona Cardinals. Whether you're a die-hard booster from the days of Jake Plummer or a new supporter of Carson Palmer, these are the 100 things all fans need to know and do in their lifetime. It contains every essential piece of Cardinals knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom.
Author: Zac Jackson Publisher: 100 Things...Fans Should Know ISBN: 9781629377308 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 0
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Most Browns fans have taken in a game at FirstEnergy Stadium, remember the way they felt when it was announced that Cleveland was getting back the Browns, and are psyched to see Odell Beckham Jr. and Jarvis Landry lighting up scoreboards together. But only real fans know the exact number of Joe Thomas' consecutive snaps streak, remember who the Browns were playing when Jerome Harrison rushed for 286 yards, or have barked with the Dawg Pound. Featuring traditions, records, and lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every Cleveland Browns fan should know. Whether you were there for the rise of Bernie Kosar or are a more recent supporter of Baker Mayfield, these are the 100 things every fan needs to know and do in their lifetime. Beat reporter Zac Jackson has collected every essential piece of Browns knowledge and trivia, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them all from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom.
Author: Rob Reischel Publisher: Triumph Books ISBN: 1623682991 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 289
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Pulling from Packers history since the team’s inception in 1919, this guide to all things gold and green offers dedicated fans all of the stats, trivia, and miscellaneous, fun-filled information craved about this storied franchise. From the significance of 4th and 26 and the best place to eat before kickoff to all the uniform numbers Mike Michalske wore during his eight-year career, this ultimate resource contains every essential piece of Packers knowledge as well as must-do activities. This updated edition includes details on the Packers’ Super Bowl XLV triumph over the Pittsburgh Steelers and key moments and personalities from the teams’ most recent seasons. Whether a die-hard booster from the days of Ray Nitschke or a new supporter of head coach Mike McCarthy and quarterback Aaron Rodgers, these are the 100 things fans need to know and do in their lifetime.
Author: Josh Kendall Publisher: Triumph Books ISBN: 1600788505 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 289
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Most South Carolina football fans have attended a game at Williams-Brice Stadium, seen highlights of a young George Rogers, and can recite memorable quotes from the team’s “Head Ball Coach,” Steve Spurrier. But only real fans know the history of the team’s alternate black uniforms, remember when Cocky first appeared as the team’s mascot, or know all the lyrics to “The Fighting Gamecocks Lead the Way.” 100 Things South Carolina Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die reveals the most critical moments and important facts about past and present players, coaches, and teams that are part of the storied history that is South Carolina football. Scattered throughout the pages, are pep talks, records, and Gamecocks lore to test fans’ knowledge, including the formative years of South Carolina football, from its origins in the 1800s to Paul Dietzel’s tenure in the 1960s and 1970s; George Rogers’ unforgettable 1980 Heisman Trophy season, including South Carolina’s upset of Bo Schembechler’s favored Michigan team in Ann Arbor; South Carolina’s entrance into the SEC in 1992 and Lou Holtz’s memorable tenure as Gamecocks head coach before Spurrier arrived in Columbia; and profiles of memorable Gamecocks figures such as Joe Morrison, Rogers, Dietzel, Jim Carlen, and recent stars Marcus Lattimore and Jadeveon Clowney. Die-hard fans from the days of George Rogers as well as new supporters of head coach Spurrier’s squad will enjoy this guide to everything Gamecocks fans should know, see, and do in their lifetime.
Author: Chuck Carlson Publisher: 100 Things...Fans Should Know ISBN: 9781629376172 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 0
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Most Philadelphia Eagles fans have soaked up some victories at the Vet and the Linc, and know all the key stats and players from Bednarik to Cunningham to McNabb to Wentz. But only real fans know how to tailgate Philly-style, are aware of the important role pickle juice played for the Eagles during their 2000 season opener, and can absolutely identify "the Praying Tailback." 100 Things Eagles Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die is the must-have guide for true fans of the Philadelphia Eagles. Whether you're a die-hard booster from the days of Bert Bell or a recent supporter of Carson Wentz, these are the 100 things all fans need to know and do in their lifetime. Veteran journalist Chuck Carlson has collected essential Eagles knowledge, trivia, and must-do activities and ranks them from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist as you progress on your way to fan superstardom
Author: LeRoy Butler Publisher: Triumph Books ISBN: 1600788807 Category : Sports & Recreation Languages : en Pages : 369
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For more than 90 years, the Green Bay Packers have been the model of excellence across the National Football League. Now, LeRoy Butler—a 12-year veteran and one of the most popular Packers ever to don the uniform—teams up with Rob Reischel to tell the stories of the Packers’ most memorable players and coaches, including Bart Starr, Paul Hornung, Forrest Gregg, Jim Taylor, Herb Adderly, Willie Wood, James Lofton, Sterling Sharpe, Brett Favre, Aaron Rodgers, and Donald Driver to name but a few. Packers Pride looks at the favorite games, favorite moments, and behind-the-scenes stories of the men who played and coached for the team with 13 World Championships, more than any other team in football.
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