What It Means to Be a Trojan: Southern Cal's Greatest Players Talk About Trojans Football
Author(s): Steven Travers (author) & Pete Carroll (Foreword) (Author)
Publisher: Triumph Books
Publication Date: 1 July 2009
Edition: Illustrated
Language: English
Print length: 336 pages
ISBN-10: 1600782116
ISBN-13: 9781600782114
Book Description
Taking a decade-by-decade approach to the University of Southern California football tradition, this collection brings together over 40 stories from the most outstanding voices of the program. The spirit of Trojan football is not captured by just one phrase, one season, or one particular game; instead, the student-athletes and coaches who made the magic happen over the decades blend their experiences to capture the true essence of their beloved school. USC fans will relish the intimate stories told by the figures they have come to cherish.
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From the Back Cover
This unique, compelling series assembles the greatest players from the most celebrated teams in college football to share their personal memories. Filled with firsthand accounts from dozens of players—from the team’s early days through the new millenium—What It Means lets you learn about your favorite college teams straight from the source. These special athletes revisit their days of glory, share their most poignant reminiscences, and attempt to define their part in the storied football fraternity. You’ll gain new insights to legendary players, coaches, teams, games, rivalries, traditions, and more. This rare collection of individual stories—accompanied by archival photos—is truly a must-have for any college football fan.
About the Author
Steven Travers is a sports historian and sportswriter who is the bestselling author of numerous books-including One Night, Two Teams and Barry Bonds-and has also written for StreetZebra magazine, the San Francisco Examiner, and the Los Angeles Times. He is a former professional baseball player with Major League Baseball teams the St.Louis Cardinals and the Oakland Athletics.He lives in San Anselmo, California. Pete Carroll is the head football coach of the University of Southern California, and a former National Football League head coach for the New England Patriots. His years with USC garnered team victories that included six Bowl ChampionshipSeries wins and the 2005 National Championship. He lives near Los Angeles, California.
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