The History of Loyola Basketball by Fred Mitchell
The History of Loyola Basketball by Fred Mitchell chronicles the remarkable journey of the Loyola University Chicago basketball program, from its early beginnings to its historic 1963 NCAA Championship and modern-day resurgence. Through vivid storytelling, rare photos, and personal insights, this book celebrates the coaches, players, and pivotal moments that shaped Loyola’s identity both on and off the court.
A must-read for sports fans, alumni, and anyone inspired by underdog perseverance and basketball greatness.
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Perfect for fans of college basketball history, sports biographies, and team legacy books this is a tribute to athletic excellence and social impact.
Why The History of Loyola Basketball is a Must-Read:
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Rich Legacy: From Cinderella stories to championship glory.
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Social Impact: Highlights Loyola’s role in racial integration in sports.
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Player & Coach Profiles: Brings legends like Jerry Harkness to life.
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Iconic Moments: Covers historic games, buzzer-beaters, and turning points.
Memorable Quote (from the book)
"Loyola didn’t just change the game they helped change the world."
Translation (Sinhala):
"ලෝයොලා ක්රීඩාව පමණක් නොව, ලෝකයද වෙනස් කළා."
Translation (Tamil):
"லொயோலா விளையாட்டை மட்டுமல்ல, உலகத்தையும் மாற்றியது."
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About the Book
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Title: The History of Loyola Basketball
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Author: Fred Mitchell
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ISBN: 9781467108674
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Publisher: Arcadia Publishing
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Published Year: 2022
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Number of Pages: ~128 Pages (Paperback)
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Genre: Sports / Basketball / History
