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"STL In The Huddle" The National Football Foundation Tom Lombardo St. Louis Chapter Podcast
Welcome to *STL In the Huddle*, the official podcast of The National Football Foundation St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter. Dedicated to promoting scholarship, citizenship, and athletic achievement, the NFF STL Chapter supports amateur football by recognizing excellence on and off the field. Through its work, the organization highlights the importance of education, leadership, and sportsmanship in shaping future leaders.
*STL In the Huddle* serves as a platform to celebrate the sport of football while engaging the community in meaningful conversations. Each episode features discussions on topics relevant to the game, with insights from experts in areas such as medical advancements in sports, coaching careers, and leadership in athletics. By focusing on these important themes, the podcast supports the growth and positive impact of football at all levels.
Whether you're a lifelong fan or someone passionate about the values football inspires, *In the Huddle* invites you to join the conversation. Tune in and explore how football continues to drive progress by promoting scholarship, fostering citizenship and athletic achievement, and engaging the community.
To find out more about The National Football Foundation St. Louis Tom Lombardo Chapter visit https://stlfootballfoundation.com/
"STL In The Huddle" The National Football Foundation Tom Lombardo St. Louis Chapter Podcast
Rudy Ruettiger and Pat Sarb -PART 2 The Journey to Notre Dame
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In this episode, the Ken, Tom and Sherry sit down with Rudy Ruettiger — the real-life inspiration behind the iconic 1993 film Rudy — to hear the unfiltered story of how a blue-collar kid from a large family with no college expectations found his way to Notre Dame. Rudy shares candid memories of working in a power plant, the role Notre Dame football played in his working-class household, and the persistence and unlikely connections that ultimately got him onto the field and his story onto the big screen. From tracking down the screenwriter Angelo Pizzo to getting the film greenlit with Notre Dame's blessing in 48 hours, this episode is a compelling behind-the-scenes look at one of sports cinema's most beloved stories — and the real lessons in resilience, collaboration, and faith that made it possible.
"STL In the Huddle" The National Football Foundation Tom Lombardo St. Louis Chapter.