by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Jan 4, 2024 | Deaths of Famous People
Frank Ryan was an all-star quarterback in the National Football League in his 13 years primarily with the Cleveland Browns, and he was also an outstanding mathematician. He received his bachelor degree in physics and his Ph.D. in mathematics from prestigious Rice...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Aug 27, 2022 | Deaths of Famous People
Gale Sayers is considered by many as possibly the greatest halfback ever. He was one of the fastest side-stepping players in the National Football League and had run 100 yards in a very fast 9.7 seconds. He could run at full speed, stop on a dime to avoid a tackler,...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Mar 14, 2022 | Deaths of Famous People
Muhammed Ali was honored by presidents and kings as the most famous athlete in the world. He was an Olympic gold medalist and three-time heavyweight world champion. His ancestors were slaves in the pre-Civil War South with some Irish and English in their heritage. His...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Nov 16, 2020 | Deaths of Famous People
Paul Hornung was better than everyone else on a football field, according to Frank Leahy, his coach at Notre Dame, who said, “He could run through opposing teams like a mower going through grass.” Vince Lombardi, his coach with the Green Bay Packers, said, “Paul...
by Dr. Gabe Mirkin | Jul 6, 2020 | Deaths of Famous People
National Hockey League All-Star Gordie Howe was arguably the best hockey player ever because he was stronger, faster and more pugnacious than everyone else. He played professional hockey for fifty years. During the 26 years he played in the NHL, • He led the league in...
