Gene Hackman, Hoosiers and Norman Dale

The great Gene Hackman is gone, and so is Hollywood’s greatest coach: Norman Dale of ‘Hoosiers’
Hackman has died at 95, leaving behind a jewel of a sports movie about an Indiana high school basketball team. It might not be his best performance, but it’s likely his most beloved one.
'We lost our coach.' Gene Hackman remembered for role as coach Norman Dale in 'Hoosiers'
Gene Hackman was a veteran actor in his 50s when 'Hoosiers' was released in 1986. Former Hickory Huskers and 'Hoosiers' producer remember Hackman
Gene Hackman and 'Hoosiers' long have been point of pride for tiny Milan, Indiana
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 from a tiny Indiana town.
‘Hoosiers’ star Gene Hackman will leave a lasting impression on basketball fans
Hackman's portrayal of coach Dale's transformation — and redemption — throughout "Hoosiers" was the heartbeat of the box-office classic.
Gene Hackman will forever be Hoosiers’ Norman Dale to sports fans
It’s a career for the ages, a talent for the ages. For The Post’s Mike Vaccaro, Gene Hackman is forever Norman Dale.
Gene Hackman’s Norman Dale left indelible mark on Indiana. Here are his best quotes
Gene Hackman, the Oscar-winning actor, died at the age of 95. Hackman, his wife and their dog were found dead inside their New Mexico home, according to the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office.
What happened to Gene Hackman? Know more about iconic “Coach Norman Dale” actor who died at 95
Gene Hackman, best known for playing coach Norman Dale in the movie "Hoosiers," died on Wednesday, according to the Santa Fe Sheriff’s Office, New Mexico.
Ranking 11 iconic movie coaches that can challenge Gene Hackman’s Normal Dale from ‘Hoosiers’
The Post’s Mike Vaccaro wrote earlier Thursday why he will always remember the late Gene Hackman as coach Normal Dale from “Hoosiers.” Here, he lists his other top 11 managers/coaches in sports movies.
Gene Hackman was the coach in 'Hoosiers'. Watch classic movie scenes, iconic Norman Dale speech
Actor Gene Hackman has been pronounced dead along with his wife, Betsy Arakawa. Fans may to seek favorite movies. Watch these classic clips from "Hoosiers".
Gene Hackman 'Hoosiers' speech: Revisiting Norman Dale scene from legendary basketball movie
Shortly after midnight Thursday, the Santa Fe County Sheriff confirmed that two-time Academy Award winner and author Gene Hackman died at the age of 95 years old. Hackman's acting career spanned six decades and included several iconic roles,
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Norman Dale Drive Mobile Home Destroyed In Fire (w/VIDEO)
A single-wide mobile home on Norman Dale Drive was found fully engulfed in flames Saturday night. Hopkinsville Fire ...
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Five notable Gene Hackman movies and where to watch them
It’s a tall task to try to whittle Gene Hackman’s career down to five notable films. One of the 20th century’s greatest ...
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'Hoosiers' in reel life
In reel life: The head coach, Norman Dale, is a middle-aged man with a mysterious past that includes being suspended years ago for punching one of his star players. In real life: The head coach ...
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Dale Norman Amend Dale Norman Amend, 92, went to be with the
Dale Norman Amend Dale Norman Amend, 92, went to be with the Lord on January 2, 2025. His wife, Nancy, was at his side. Dale was born in Rocky Ford, Colorado to Lewis and Sappho Amend. His ...