Hoosiers, Gene Hackman and Indiana

Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to an unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana
The dazzling films of Gene Hackman stand out for sports fan for one reason: His unforgettable role as Norman Dale, coach of the feel-good, state champion Hickory Huskers from a tiny Indiana town.
Actor Gene Hackman remembered by 'Hoosiers' teammates
Fans and friends are remembering Hackman after he and his wife were found dead in their home. INDIANAPOLIS — "I don't care what the scoreboard says at the end of the game, in my book we're gonna be winners," Coach Norman Dale, played by Gene Hackman, told his basketball team in the film "Hoosiers."
Gene Hackman made ‘Hoosiers’ a beloved film far beyond Indiana
Gene Hackman's dazzling acting career stands out for sports fans for a single reason: his unforgettable role in "Hoosiers" as coach Norman Dale.
Where does Gene Hackman's ‘Hoosiers' rank among the best sports movies of all time?
The Athletic placed “Hoosiers” at No. 15 on its list of the top 100 sports movies, with “Rocky” taking first. On Rotten Tomatoes, “Hoosiers” is ranked as the No. 53 best sports movie with a certified fresh score of 91%. “Hoosiers” did not win any Academy Awards — unlike AP’s runner-up “Rocky,” which won the Oscar for Best Picture in 1977.
Gene Hackman’s Role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to an Unforgettable, Beloved Film for Fans in Indiana and Beyond
To the people in the Henry County town that’s about a 40-minute drive east of Indianapolis, Hackman is more than an actor, but someone who helped shine light on basketball and the Hoosier community, leaving a legacy for generations to come.
'We lost our coach.' Gene Hackman remembered for role as coach Norman Dale in 'Hoosiers'
Gene Hackman was a veteran actor in his 50s when 'Hoosiers' was released in 1986. Former Hickory Huskers and 'Hoosiers' producer remember Hackman
Mike Sielski: The great Gene Hackman is gone, and so is Hollywood’s greatest coach: Norman Dale of ‘Hoosiers’
You might think of him first as Lex Luthor or Popeye Doyle or Little Bill Daggett or even as the blind hermit who sets Peter Boyle’s thumb ablaze. But chances are, if you are both a sports fan and a movie buff,
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Retired businessman knew Gene Hackman just as a fellow racing enthusiast
When Bud Miller learned about the death of Gene Hackman earlier this week, he saw not just the death of a famous movie actor.
Gene Hackman was the coach in 'Hoosiers'. Watch classic movie scenes, iconic Norman Dale speech
Actor Gene Hackman has been pronounced dead along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa. Fans may seek favorite movies. Watch these ...
Gene Hackman tributes pour in from Francis Ford Coppola, Viola Davis, Bill Murray and more
Director Francis Ford Coppola, actor Viola Davis and director Paul Feig are among those paying tribute to Gene Hackman after ...
Gene Hackman gave us Norman Dale, a basketball coach we can’t forget
In “Hoosiers,” Gene Hackman, whose death was announced Thursday, created a man with understated strength, a taskmaster with ...
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Gene Hackman's death spurs memories of iconic Norman Dale role in 'Hoosiers'. Watch classic scenes
Actor Gene Hackman has been pronounced dead along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa. Fans may to seek favorite movies. Watch these ...
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Gene Hackman’s role in ‘Hoosiers’ led to unforgettable, beloved film for fans far beyond Indiana
Bobby Plump—the real-life Jimmy Chitwood—said Gene Hackman deserves as ... they visit Plump’s Last Shot, his Indianapolis sports bar. A day after Hackman was found dead at the age of 95 ...
Oscar-winner Gene Hackman, his wife and their dog found dead in their New Mexico home
For the first time in more than 12 years, a home went up to replace a home destroyed in a 2012 Indianapolis explosion.
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‘Hoosiers’ brings real-life underdog victory to life
Hoosiers” (1986) is a fictionalized account of Indiana high school basketball set at a small school in the early 1950s. It is ...