Tales from the Boston College Sideline: A Collection of the Greatest Eagle Stories Ever Told

Many people may not know that Boston College’s most embarrassing football defeat may have saved the lives of hundreds of Eagles fans. They also may not know that Doug Flutie failed to see a wide-open receiver and instead heaved the ball to an apparently well-covered Gerard Phelan to complete the “Miracle in Miami.” The stories behind those little-known facts and many more are contained in Tales from the Boston College Sideline, an anecdotal history of Boston College football. Author Reid Oslin, who served as Boston College’s sports information director for nearly a quarter of a century, has collected scores of stories about the many accomplishments—and occasional downfalls—of the Boston College Eagles. Material from the University Archives, dozens of personal interviews, and the author’s own up-close recollections will make the newly revised Tales from the Boston College Sideline a valuable resource—as well as enjoyable history—for any BC fan.
1115449376
Tales from the Boston College Sideline: A Collection of the Greatest Eagle Stories Ever Told

Many people may not know that Boston College’s most embarrassing football defeat may have saved the lives of hundreds of Eagles fans. They also may not know that Doug Flutie failed to see a wide-open receiver and instead heaved the ball to an apparently well-covered Gerard Phelan to complete the “Miracle in Miami.” The stories behind those little-known facts and many more are contained in Tales from the Boston College Sideline, an anecdotal history of Boston College football. Author Reid Oslin, who served as Boston College’s sports information director for nearly a quarter of a century, has collected scores of stories about the many accomplishments—and occasional downfalls—of the Boston College Eagles. Material from the University Archives, dozens of personal interviews, and the author’s own up-close recollections will make the newly revised Tales from the Boston College Sideline a valuable resource—as well as enjoyable history—for any BC fan.
15.55 Out Of Stock
Tales from the Boston College Sideline: A Collection of the Greatest Eagle Stories Ever Told

Tales from the Boston College Sideline: A Collection of the Greatest Eagle Stories Ever Told

Tales from the Boston College Sideline: A Collection of the Greatest Eagle Stories Ever Told

Tales from the Boston College Sideline: A Collection of the Greatest Eagle Stories Ever Told

Hardcover

$15.55  $19.95 Save 22% Current price is $15.55, Original price is $19.95. You Save 22%.
  • SHIP THIS ITEM
    Temporarily Out of Stock Online
  • PICK UP IN STORE

    Your local store may have stock of this item.

Related collections and offers


Overview


Many people may not know that Boston College’s most embarrassing football defeat may have saved the lives of hundreds of Eagles fans. They also may not know that Doug Flutie failed to see a wide-open receiver and instead heaved the ball to an apparently well-covered Gerard Phelan to complete the “Miracle in Miami.” The stories behind those little-known facts and many more are contained in Tales from the Boston College Sideline, an anecdotal history of Boston College football. Author Reid Oslin, who served as Boston College’s sports information director for nearly a quarter of a century, has collected scores of stories about the many accomplishments—and occasional downfalls—of the Boston College Eagles. Material from the University Archives, dozens of personal interviews, and the author’s own up-close recollections will make the newly revised Tales from the Boston College Sideline a valuable resource—as well as enjoyable history—for any BC fan.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781613213582
Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC
Publication date: 07/01/2013
Series: Tales from the Team Series
Pages: 272
Sales rank: 428,062
Product dimensions: 5.60(w) x 8.40(h) x 1.10(d)

About the Author

Reid Oslin was affiliated with Boston College and its athletic program for forty-one years, including twenty-four years (1974–1997) as the Eagles’ associate athletic director and sports information director. During this period he attended hundreds of Boston College athletic events and got to know thousands of student athletes, coaches, staff members, and fans. Oslin served as the senior media relations officer in the university’s Office of News and Public Affairs before retiring in 2012.

Doug Flutie is a former quarterback for Boston College and several NFL teams. He currently serves as an analyst for NBC Sports.

Table of Contents

Foreword vi

Preface xi

Acknowledgments xiii

Chapter 1 "He Threw It Into Forever" 1

Chapter 2 The Kickoff 12

Chapter 3 The Soldier and the Teacher 23

Chapter 4 "Gloomy Gil" 40

Chapter 5 "The Master" 45

Chapter 6 "Coach Frank O'Flaherty" 59

Chapter 7 Maroon and Gold…but Not Black 67

Chapter 8 The Victory Dance 73

Chapter 9 "Give It to Mike" 86

Chapter 10 Alumni Stadium 94

Chapter 11 Trial and Error 108

Chapter 12 Climbing the Mountain 116

Chapter 13 "Are You Nervous, Coach?" 137

Chapter 14 Cowboy Jack 145

Chapter 15 Mr. Heisman's Trophy 171

Chapter 16 The Line of Concentration 178

Chapter 17 No Magician 192

Chapter 18 "On Eagles' Wings" 201

Chapter 19 Call in the Marines! 217

Chapter 20 A Perfect Fit for the ACC 231

Chapter 21 Adjust and Adapt 235

From the B&N Reads Blog

Customer Reviews