[11] Hoosiers: It's Not a Documentary

On this edition of Xs & Joes, Bob and Mike step back into their wheelhouse: busting myths … or in this episode’s case, maybe killing sacred cows?

They open with a wistful goodbye to the Irish Lion and discuss everyone’s most beloved collegiate apparel company.

Then it’s time for a frank discussion about the film that helped cement Indiana’s reputation as the basketball state in the minds of so many.

Segment One dives into the real story that inspired Hoosiers: the Milan Miracle.

• What really happened in 1954?
• How did the timing of Hoosiers’ release impact its cultural significance?
• Why it is still such a great and relevant movie

Segment Two then dives into the misguided mythos of Hoosiers.

• Native Indiana players always have a reputation for punching above their weight
• Personal fan preferences are superior to proven methods by winning programs
• Teams should win more with less talent

Bob and Mike close with a discussion about the recently deceased Tates Locke, who had a strong Bob Knight connection, and another Indiana-based basketball movie.

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