Hackman starred as Coach Norman Dale in Hoosiers, a role that came during the height of his career. He went on to appear in Mississippi Burning, which earned him an Oscars nomination in 1988 ...

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.” ...

After Gene Hackman'a death, 'Hoosiers' director David Anspaugh tells story of how Jack Nicholson almost took on lead role in ...