Unknown, Untold, and Unbelievable Stories of IU Sports (eBook)

Moye's notorious block against Duke;

the time Sam Bell won the bid for an NCAA track meet—without a facility or even bleachers;

and many more incredible stories from the renowned IU Athletics program.

- Unknown facts and stories of the IU programs and the athletes that brought fans to their feet.

- Features stories of Michael Jordan, Patrick Ewing, Chris Mullin, Steve Alford, Ernie Pyle, A. J. Moye, Sam Bell and many more.

- 125 years of history in Hoosier athletics

- One of largest Alumni Association Membership in all US universities.

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A collection of previously unheard-of, incredible tales from the Indiana University Athletics program.For over 125 years, Hoosier athletes and coaches have grabbed headlines with their accomplishments and accolades. Legendary performers and larger-than-life figures have called Bloomington home, and their stories have been passed down through generations. But for every classic tale about a Hoosier athlete, coach, or program, there's another that's been forgotten. Until now.After gaining unprecedented access to IU archives and longtime employees, authors John Decker, Pete DiPrimio, and Doug Wilson reveal events and images that were lost for decades. Filled with new and entertaining stories of the people who have made IU Athletics legendary, Unknown, Untold, and Unbelievable Stories of IU Sports is a must-have for any fan.Discover behind-the-scenes stories of:the Olympic Trials featuring Michael Jordan, Patrick Ewing, Chris Mullin, and Steve Alfordthe infamous 1997 black football jerseysErnie Pyle's outlandish automobile polo match to raise funds for the IU marching bandJ. Moye's notorious block against Dukethe time Sam Bell won the bid for an NCAA track meet-without a facility or even bleachersand many more incredible stories from the renowned IU Athletics program"e;Unknown, Untold, and Unbelievable Stories of IU Sports is packed with enough rare information that, after reading it, anyone-from the casual fan to the dyed-in-the-wool fanatic-can be a Hoosier sports expert on trivia night."e; -Bloom Magazine