The Making of a Miracle, Mike Eruzione
The Making of a Miracle, Mike Eruzione
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The Making of a Miracle
The Untold Story of the Captain of the 1980 Gold Medal–Winning U.S. Olympic Hockey Team

Author: Mike Eruzione, Neal Boudette

Narrator: George Newbern

Unabridged: 7 hr 8 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Publisher: HarperAudio

Published: 01/28/2020

Includes: Bonus Material Bonus Material Included


Synopsis

On the fortieth anniversary of the historic ""Miracle on Ice,"" Mike Eruzione—the captain of the 1980 U.S Men’s Olympic Hockey Team, who scored the winning goal—recounts his amazing career on ice, the legendary upset against the Soviets, and winning the gold medal.It is the greatest American underdog sports story ever told: how a team of college kids and unsigned amateurs, under the tutelage of legendary coach—and legendary taskmaster—Herb Brooks, beat the elite Soviet hockey team on their way to winning the gold medal at the 1980 Lake Placid Olympics. No one believed the scrappy Americans had a real shot at winning. Despite being undefeated, the U.S.—the youngest team in the competition—were facing off against the four-time defending gold medalist Russians. But the Americans’ irrepressible optimism, skill, and fearless attitude helped them outplay the seasoned Soviet team and deliver their iconic win.As captain, Mike Eruzione led his team on the ice on that Friday, February 22, 1980. But beating the U.S.S.R was only one of the numerous challenges Mike has faced in his life. In this inspiring memoir, he recounts the obstacles he has overcome, from his blue-collar upbringing in Winthrop, Massachusetts, to his battle to make the Boston University squad; his challenges in the minor leagues and international tournaments to his selection to the U.S. team and their run for gold. He also talks about the aftermath of that stupendous win that inspired and united the nation at a time of crisis in its history.Eruzione has lived a hockey life full of unexpected twists and surprising turns. Al Michaels’ famous call in 1980—""do you believe in miracles? YES!""—could have been about Mike himself. Filled with vivid portraits—from his hard-working, irrepressible father to the irascible Herb Brooks to the Russian hall of famers Tretiak, Kharlamov, Makarov, and Fetisov—this lively, fascinating look back is destined to become a sports classic and is a must for hockey fans, especially those who witnessed that miraculous day. Supplemental enhancement PDF accompanies the audiobook.

About Mike Eruzione

Mike Eruzione is the director of special outreach at his alma mater, Boston University. He has been a television commentator, a motivational speaker, and a hockey coach. He lives in Winthrop, Massachusetts.

About Neal Boudette

Neal Boudette, also a graduate of Boston University, is a reporter for the New York Times. He lives in Ann Arbor, Michigan.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Marilyn on February 05, 2020

The Making of a Miracle is not only a page turner for anyone who loves hockey; it's a heartwarming reminder that the American Dream is still alive and well if it is met with hope and optimism, character and grit. A great read for all ages.......more

Goodreads review by Ricardo on February 03, 2020

This book revisits the 1980 USA Gold medal-winning Olympic hockey team as experienced through their captain, Mike Eruzione. This was one of the most uniting events in our country in my lifetime. Great book.......more

Goodreads review by Ellie on July 23, 2024

This book was simply beautiful. Simple writing, easy to understand, deeply humble, a wonderful story. I could not recommend enough.......more

Goodreads review by Helen on February 26, 2020

I know not all my "book" friends are hockey enthusiasts, but here is why you should read this book.It is the story of the fabled US Men's Hockey Team who beat Russia... during a period of time when beating Russia was ... oh wait... that could be now. Anyway, it was 1980. Mike Eruzione was the captai......more

Goodreads review by Mike on January 19, 2021

Being a child of the 80s, I’ve always been fascinated with the Miracle on Ice. Every winter I watch the movie Miracle. I love the underdog story and being from Minnesota, I have always been a hockey fan. With that being said, I was a little nervous to read this book, but when I came across it in the......more