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The Perfect Pass: American Genius and the Reinvention of Football,Used
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An excellent sports history (Publishers Weekly) in the tradition of Michael Lewiss Moneyball, awardwinning historian S.C. Gwynne tells the incredible story of how two unknown coaches revolutionized American football at every level, from high school to the NFL.Hal Mumme spent fourteen mostly losing seasons coaching football before inventing a potent passing offense that would soon shock players, delight fans, and terrify opposing coaches. It all began at a tiny, overlooked college called Iowa Wesleyan, where Mumme was head coach and Mike Leach, a lawyer who had never played college football, was hired as his offensive line coach. In the cornfields of Iowa these two mad inventors, drawn together by a shared disregard for conventionalism and a love for Jimmy Buffett, began to engineer the purest, most extreme passing game in the 145year history of football. Implementing their Air Raid offense, their teamsat Iowa Wesleyan and later at Valdosta State and the University of Kentuckyplayed blazingly fastfaster than any team ever had before, and they routinely beat teams with far more talented athletes. And Mumme and Leach did it all without even a playbook.A superb treat for all gridiron fans (Kirkus Reviews, starred review), The Perfect Pass S.C. Gwynne explores Mummes leading role in changing football from a rundominated sport to a passdominated one, the game that tens of millions of Americans now watch every fall weekend. Whether youre a casual or ravenous football fan, this is a rousing tale of innovation (Booklist), and Gwynnes book ably relates the story of that innovation and the successes of the man who devised it (New York Journal of Books).
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'The Perfect Pass'? A: 'The Perfect Pass' explores the revolutionary changes in American football brought about by coaches Hal Mumme and Mike Leach, focusing on their innovative 'Air Raid' passing offense.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Perfect Pass'? A: The book is authored by S.C. Gwynne, an award-winning historian known for his in-depth sports histories.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Perfect Pass'? A: 'The Perfect Pass' was published on September 5, 2017.
- Q: What are the key features of the 'Air Raid' offense discussed in the book? A: The 'Air Raid' offense emphasizes a fast-paced passing game without a traditional playbook, focusing on spreading the field and utilizing quick passes.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Perfect Pass' have? A: 'The Perfect Pass' contains 304 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Perfect Pass' is available in a paperback binding.
- Q: Is 'The Perfect Pass' suitable for casual football fans? A: Yes, 'The Perfect Pass' is suitable for both casual and avid football fans, offering an engaging story of innovation in the sport.
- Q: What type of reader might enjoy 'The Perfect Pass'? A: Readers interested in sports history, football strategy, and stories of innovation will likely enjoy 'The Perfect Pass'.
- Q: Does 'The Perfect Pass' include any illustrations or photos? A: The book primarily focuses on text and does not emphasize illustrations or photos.
- Q: What makes 'The Perfect Pass' a unique sports history book? A: 'The Perfect Pass' is unique due to its detailed exploration of how two underdog coaches changed the way football is played, making it a compelling narrative of innovation.