There’s one reason Gene Hackman’s dazzling acting career stands out for sports fans: His unforgettable role as Norman Dale, coach of the feel-good, state champion Hickory Huskers.
Gene Hackman's dazzling acting career stands out for sports fans for a single reason: his unforgettable role in "Hoosiers" as coach Norman Dale.
Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood ... A day after Hackman was found dead at the age of 95 in his New Mexico home, Plump reflected on the late star and the “Hoosiers” phenomenon.
Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood ... A day after Hackman was found dead at the age of 95 in his New Mexico home, Plump reflected on the late star and the "Hoosiers" phenomenon.
Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood ... A day after Hackman was found dead at the age of 95 in his New Mexico home, Plump reflected on the late star and the “Hoosiers” phenomenon.