Simply Devine - Memoirs of a Hall of Fame Coach

Dan Devine, Michael R. Steele

Summary

The legendary college football coach recounts his celebrated career at Arizona State, University of Missouri, and Notre Dame.   In the ultra-competitive world of college football, few coaches ever achieve the glory of leading their teams to the number one ranking in the nation, let alone the National Championship. That’s why the storied career of Dan Devine was so unique. On five different occasions in four different decades, Devine’s teams were contenders for college football’s top ranking, and in 1977 he achieved the ultimate, leading the Notre Dame Fighting Irish to the national title.   In Simply Devine, the College Football Hall of Famer tells his story in his own words. With insight into his winning strategies and teambuilding methods, this is a must-read for college football fans everywhere. This edition also includes a Prologue by Joe Garagiola and an Introduction by Joe Paterno.

Available since: 03/07/2012.

Print length: 284 pages.

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