Heroes, Legends . . . Dads: Eight Inspiring Stories of Superstar Athletes and Their Dads

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Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2005 - Family & Relationships - 96 pages
Behind many of today's top athletes are exemplary parents who inspired and motivated them to succeed. This DVD and book collection captures behind-the-scenes stories, moments, and memories about remarkable male and female sports stars of today-and their equally remarkable dads.

With the help of their fathers, the athletes featured in Heroes, Legends . . . Dads have made those wildest dreams reality. Containing video and audio clips interspersed with fascinating first-hand stories, each of these eight profiles captures the close-knit bond between father and child. Each multimedia chapter culminates with a defining moment from the athlete's career that he or she shares with their father. The father and child profiles include:

* Ned and Dale Jarrett

* Bobby and Barry Bonds

* Doug and Jennie Finch

* Joel and Oscar De La Hoya

* Archie and Peyton Manning

* Bill and Luke Walton

* Ken and Ken Griffey Jr.

* Bob and Brian Griese

Each chapter's corresponding DVD features archival footage that illustrates the seminal moments in the lives and careers of the featured athlete.

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About the author (2005)

A pioneer in multimedia publishing, Joe Garner has assembled more than half a dozen successful DVD and book combinations during the last several years including AMP's "Now Showing: Unforgettable Moments from the Movies" and "Stay Tuned: Television's Unforgettable Moments." His other collections include the "New York Times" best-selling "We Interrupt This Broadcast, And the Crowd Goes Wild," and "And the Fans Roared." A twenty-year broadcasting veteran, Garner is a frequent guest on national radio and television shows, including the "Today Show" and "Larry King Live."

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