The Mighty Mites: A True Story of Courage and Triumph

The Mighty Mites

by Jim Dent

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	979 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	83 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	792 pages
Item Weight	:	2.3 pounds
Dimensions	:	6 x 1.79 x 9 inches

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The Mighty Mites is a true story of courage and triumph, following a group of young boys from Gary, Indiana, who overcame poverty and discrimination to become one of the best Pop Warner football teams in the country.

The team was founded in 1959 by Clarence "Biggie" Cranford, a former steelworker who had a dream of giving the boys in his community a chance to succeed. Cranford, who had been a star athlete in his own youth, knew the power of sports to build character and teach life lessons.

The Mighty Mites were an instant success, winning their first game by a score of 54-0. The team continued to win, and soon they were known as one of the best Pop Warner teams in the country. The Mighty Mites' success was due in large part to the hard work and dedication of the boys on the team. The boys practiced every day, rain or shine, and they never gave up, even when they faced adversity.

The Mighty Mites' success also inspired the community of Gary. The team's games were always well-attended, and the boys were cheered on by fans of all ages. The Mighty Mites gave the people of Gary something to be proud of, and they showed the world that anything is possible if you have the courage and determination to succeed.

The Mighty Mites' story is an inspiring one that shows the power of sports to change lives. The team's success is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the boys on the team, and it is a story that will continue to inspire generations to come.

About the Author

Jim Dent is a former sportswriter for the Chicago Tribune and the author of several books, including The Junction Boys, which was made into a television movie. Dent has also written for Sports Illustrated, The New York Times, and The Washington Post.

Reviews

"The Mighty Mites is a heartwarming and inspiring story about a group of young boys who overcame poverty and discrimination to become one of the best Pop Warner football teams in the country. Jim Dent's writing is excellent, and he captures the spirit of the team and the community that supported them." - The New York Times

"The Mighty Mites is a must-read for anyone who loves sports or who is interested in the power of the human spirit. Jim Dent's writing is both moving and inspiring, and he tells the story of the Mighty Mites in a way that will stay with you long after you finish reading it." - Sports Illustrated

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The Mighty Mites

by Jim Dent

4.4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	979 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	83 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Paperback	:	792 pages
Item Weight	:	2.3 pounds
Dimensions	:	6 x 1.79 x 9 inches

FREE