City of Champions
An American story of leather helmets, iron wills and the high school kids from Jersey who won it all
A classic underdog story of grit, determination, and small-town pride.
In 1939, two vastly different high school football teams—the working-class Boilermakers from Garfield, New Jersey, and the Stingarees from glamorous Miami, Florida—collided in the Orange Bowl to compete for the national championship. Hank Gola unveils this long-forgotten game, detailing the towns, players, and coaches, and the grit that led to Garfield's stunning victory.
City of Champions mirrors America, revealing cultural, economic, and socio-political issues of the day. Discover a story of overcoming adversity, cultural identity, and the American dream. Perfect for readers interested in sports history, American history, and small-town communities.
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