In a single moment, an entire career reputation can be sealed and a franchise’s history cemented thanks to a last-second, game-winning finish. From the moment that children start playing competitive sports, they dream of being the hero of a buzzer-beating victory.
Not Till the Fat Lady Sings: The Most Dramatic Sports Finishes of in Boston Sports History chronicles 50 of the most memorable moments in Boston sports. Vibrant full-color photos, statistics, quotes and stories offer fresh details on some of the most famous events in Boston history.
For those sports fans too young to have seen these famous moments or for those who wish to relive them over and over again, Not Till the Fat Lady Sings is a must-have for all passionate Boston fans.
Some of the classic moments from Not Till the Fat Lady Sings include:
• The Greatest Comeback Ever – The Red Sox, down 0-3 to the hated Yankees, come back to win four straight in the 2004 ALCS to advance to the World Series.
• Super Drive/Super Kick – Super Bowl XXXVI came down to the final seconds, with Adam Vinatieri kicking the game-winning field goal for the Pat’s first championship.
• Miracle in Miami – Doug Flutie’s “Hail Mary” into the end zone in the closing seconds seals Boston College’s legendary win against Miami in 1984.
• Fisk’s Fenway Moment – The unforgettable home run ricochets off the left field foul pole in Game 6 of the 1975 ALCS.
• \"Havlicek Stole the Ball!\" – In the famous radio call, the Celtics’ John Havlicek stole an inbounds pass to win Game 7 of the 1965 Eastern Conference Finals.
Not Till the Fat Lady Sings is an encyclopedia of sporting greatness for Boston fans of all ages. Whether your favorite sports finish occurred with a swish, putt, slapshot, touchdown or home run, you’ll find them all here with a fresh perspective never before revealed.