Ara's Knights: Ara Parseghian and the Golden Era of Notre Dame Football [Paperback]

The ultimate insider’s account of a renowned coach and the athletes he inspired
 
With this memoir, former Notre Dame captain Frank Pomarico shares with readers what it was like to play for legendary coach Ara Parseghian, a leader whose guidance extended beyond the playing field and whose tips still inspire his players. The book culminates with the 1973 Sugar Bowl, the climactic and memorable game between Bear Bryant’s undefeated Alabama squad and Ara’s undefeated Fighting Irish. Pomarico’s story is amplified by interviews with dozens of former players and coaches whose lives were changed by their experience with the coach. Parseghian was one of the most successful college coaches ever, and the young men who played for him learned about much more than just blocking and tackling.Ara’s Knightsis the ultimate insiders’ look at one of the great periods in Notre Dame football history.

Frank Pomaricowas a three-year starter on the offensive line for Notre Dame and a co-captain of the 1973 national championship team. He played four seasons in the Canada Football League with Montreal and Ottawa. He lives in Jackson, Michigan.Ray Serafinis the founder of Serafin Editorial Enterprises LLC and previously worked as a reporter, an editor and a daily columnist for theDaily Tribunein Royal Oak, Michigan. He lives in Detroit.Regis Philbinis a media personality, actor, and singer known for hosting talk and game shows, and is a proud Notre Dame alum. He lives in New York City.Gerry DiNardois a former offensive lineman at Notre Dame. He became the head coach at LSU and Vanderbilt, and now serves as an analyst for the Big Ten Network. He lives in Chicago.