Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood –- said Gene Hackman deserves as much credit as anyone for taking his small-town Hoosier state basketball story beyond Indiana to the rest the world.

Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood –- said Gene Hackman deserves as much credit as anyone for taking his small-town Hoosier state basketball story beyond Indiana to the rest of the world.

Indiana women's basketball wraps up a tough stretch of its schedule that saw the Hoosiers take on three ranked opponents in a row. Teri Moren's group got its best win of the season last Thursday ...

Hackman’s dazzling acting career stands out for sports fans for a single reason: His unforgettable role as Hickory Huskers coach Norman Dale in “Hoosiers,” the 1986 movie loosely based on ...

He was the basketball coach in Hoosiers, one of the best sports films ever made. was nominated for an Oscar again for Mississippi Burning. smile when the bulldozer in over the black kid's body.

Actor Gene Hackman has died at age 95. Gene Hackman starred as Coach Norman Dale in the 1986 film, "Hoosiers," which was based on a true story about a 1954 Indiana high school basketball team.

The dazzling films of Gene Hackman stand out for sports fan for one reason: His unforgettable role as Norman Dale, coach of the feel-good, state champion Hickory Huskers in “Hoosiers.” ...

Legendary actor Gene Hackman, who starred in Hoosiers and The Replacements among numerous other roles, has reportedly been found dead. Along with Hackman, his wife, Betsy Arakawa, and their dog ...

"In my book, we’re gonna be winners." That famous line was delivered at the end of a speech by Gene Hackman's character Norman Dale in "Hoosiers." His Hickory Huskers went on to become winners ...

Gene Hackman's Role in 'Hoosiers' Led to an Unforgettable, Beloved Film for Fans Far Beyond Indiana Bobby Plump -– the real-life Jimmy Chitwood –- said Gene Hackman deserves as much credit as ...