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Title:

The legend of Jimmy the Greek [videorecording (DVD)] / written by Fritz Mitchell, Gary Paul Gates ; produced by Mark Durand, Wendy Yamano ; directed by Fritz Mitchell.

Format:

[videorecording (DVD)] /

Publisher:

ESPN Films ;

Copyright Date:

2010

Description:

1 videodisc (51 min.) : sd., col. ; 4 3/4 in.

Subject:

Jimmy,--the Greek.
Sportscasters--Biography.

Other Authors:

Mitchell, Fritz.
Gates, Gary Paul.
Durand, Mark.
Yamano, Wendy.
ESPN Films (Firm)
ESPN (Television network)
Team Marketing (Firm)

Notes:

Originally broadcast as an episode of the television program "30 for 30" on ESPN. Bonus features: director's statements, 8 interview extras, 2 features.

Summary:

In the early '80s, The NFL Today was one of the preeminent sports programs on television. It was a perfect combination of reporting, analysis, predictions, humor, and talent. But there was no personality on the show more popular that Jimmy 'The Greek' Snyder. Born in Steubenville, Ohio, to Greek immigrants, Jimmy overcame childhood tragedy, moved to Las Vegas, and eventually became the biggest name in the world of sports handicapping.

Series:

30 for 30 ; 6.

OCLC:

(OCoLC)608788500

UPC:

825452506197

Locations:

LAPH975 -- Sioux City Public Library (Sioux City)