How did Bo Jackson run 99 yards for a touchdown?
Players would make the popular move of running Bo all the way back to his own 1 yard line, then run 99 yards for a touchdown with defenders literally bouncing off him.
How far do PGA Tour players hit the golf ball?
However, they still hit the ball farther than most of you, even the shortest knockers, including the guys who struggle to drive the ball 270 yards. How far PGA Tour players hit the golf ball with each club in their bag isn't an exact science, however.
When did Bo Jackson say he was a baseball player?
Archived from the original on June 18, 2001. Retrieved February 21, 2001. ^ Ron Flatter. "Bo knows stardom and disappointment". ESPN. Retrieved August 21, 2007. ^ Heisler, Mark (April 29, 1987). "1987 Draft : In 7th Round, Raiders Draft Jackson--But He Says He's a Baseball Player". Los Angeles Times. Retrieved September 18, 2012. ^ Mark Heisler.
What happened to Bo Jackson in the Iron Bowl?
From Auburn's own 34-yard line, Bo Jackson and company began a long drive as he converted on a 4th-and-1 at the Alabama 42. Jackson, who ran 17 times for 114 yards during this Iron Bowl, continued marching his team downfield as he caught an 8-yard pass from quarterback Randy Campbell down to the Alabama 1-yard line.
What is the farthest someone has ever hit a golf ball?
515 yardsThe world record recognized by Guinness World Records as the longest drive in a competition is 515 yards (471 m) by 64-year-old Mike Austin in 1974 at the US Senior National Open Qualifier with a 43.5" steel shafted persimmon wood driver.
How far could Bobby Jones drive a golf ball?
250-260 yards53-54). Williams fed videotape of Jones's swing, taken from the previously-mentioned movies, into a biomechanical computer and made all sorts of measurements of the swing. The tape showed Jones driving the ball 250-260 yards, and measured his swing speed at 113 mph.
How far would Jack Nicklaus drive a golf ball?
Throughout his career, Nicklaus would consistently hit mammoth 330-yard drives. Golf Digest estimates that the average driving distance has increased by 15.5 yards over the past 10 years, a period of time where metal drivers have been used.
How far could Arnold Palmer drive a golf ball?
3,305 yardsArnold Palmer's 21 ace distances range from 122 to 245 yards for a total of 3,305 yards or about 1.8 miles of unbroken magic. Most golfers treat their aces the way the do their grandchildren.
How many yards did Bo Jackson run in the Iron Bowl?
From Auburn's own 34-yard line, Bo Jackson and company began a long drive as he converted on a 4th-and-1 at the Alabama 42. Jackson, who ran 17 times for 114 yards during this Iron Bowl, continued marching his team downfield as he caught an 8-yard pass from quarterback Randy Campbell down to the Alabama 1-yard line.
Who is Bo Jackson?
Not to be confused with Boo Jackson. Vincent Edward " Bo " Jackson (born November 30, 1962) is an American former professional baseball and football player. He is the only professional athlete in history to be named an All-Star in both baseball and football.
How did Bo Bikes Bama help?
In an effort to help his native state of Alabama, Jackson began a fundraiser known as "Bo Bikes Bama". The event began after a series of tornadoes devastated Alabama on April 27, 2011. The tornadoes claimed hundreds of lives and left many Alabama residents without power. The bike tour lasted five days where Jackson visited towns that had been demolished by the series of tornadoes. Bo was accompanied on this tour by celebrities such as Scottie Pippen, Ken Griffey Jr., Lance Armstrong, and Brett Favre. Today, the "Bo Bikes Bama" campaign has raised over $1.1 million for the Alabama Governor's Emergency Relief Fund.
What year did Jackson play in the Tangerine Bowl?
In 1982, Jackson's freshman year, Auburn played Boston College in the Tangerine Bowl, where Jackson made a one-handed grab on an option pitch. Auburn went on to win the game 33–26 as Jackson rushed 14 times for 64 yards and 2 touchdowns.
What year did Alabama win the Iron Bowl?
On November 27, 1982 , Jackson and the Auburn Tigers found themselves embattled with their heated in-state rival, Alabama (7–3), in the Iron Bowl in Birmingham, Alabama. Auburn held a 14–13 halftime lead when Alabama running back Paul Ott Carruth scored on an 8-yard touchdown run—and then the Crimson Tide added a field goal to make it a 22–14 Alabama lead going into the 4th quarter. Auburn responded as Al Del Greco made a 23-yard field goal to make it a 22–17 score in the 4th quarter. From Auburn's own 34-yard line, Bo Jackson and company began a long drive as he converted on a 4th-and-1 at the Alabama 42. Jackson, who ran 17 times for 114 yards during this Iron Bowl, continued marching his team downfield as he caught an 8-yard pass from quarterback Randy Campbell down to the Alabama 1-yard line. During the huddle Bo convinced Coach Dye to let him go over the top of offensive and defensive lines because he was a 7-foot high jumper in high school and the other team wouldn't be expecting it. On fourth down with 2:26 left in the game, Jackson completed the drive by going over the top for a one-yard touchdown run as Auburn (finished 9–3 in 1982) pulled off a 23–22 victory over Alabama and coach Paul "Bear" Bryant.
What was the best time for a high schooler to run 100 meters?
His best 100-meter time in high school was 10.44 seconds, but he would later run a 10.39 at Auburn. He also ran the 100-yard dash in 9.54 seconds. As a hurdler, he recorded times of 7.29 seconds in the 55m hurdles and 13.81 seconds in the 110m hurdles. In decathlon, he reached 8340 points.
Is Bo Jackson in Madden?
Released around the same time was Bo Jackson Baseball for the NES system and IBM -compatible computers. Jackson can be unlocked as a player in ESPN NFL Football. Jackson made an appearance in the 2004 video game NFL Street 2. Jackson also made his first appearance in the modern Madden series, Madden 15 and Madden 16.
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Did anybody see this? First, in an interview he talks about how he had gone double bogey- triple bogey on the last 2 holes. Next hole is a 156 yard par 3 in which they profile Bo's swing. He pulls it seriously 30 yards.
jlpickerel
usually when you sandbag you have a high handicap and play to like a 5 handicap, but bo playing to a 5 and being a poor golfer just does not equate to sandbagging in my eyes, but i could be wrong. :)
mizunogrrl
Well, normally you are right, but the OP is willing to bet his home and soul on a game. So, I think in three well timed bad swings on TV Bo could have grabbed someone hook line and sinker for a large, large bet. Sandbagging was more a commentary on the OP exuberance to bet "the house" than it was on Bo's actual skill.
dlygrisse
Big difference between playing your home course 3 times a week, which may or may not be as hard as the course they are playing on, add TV cameras, the pressure of playing in a PGA tour event, with PGA tour pros, add a gallery, maybe you havnt been playing much over the winter it is not hard to believe a 5 handi could go double triple bogey.
pickerjohn
Bo Jackson - The only Pro Athlete ever to play in the All Star game and the Pro Bowl.
mark m
Hey Boon...please share a quick story of his prowess if you would.....some of the guys on this forum are too young to have seen him in his prime. He was one awesome athlete as you say.
hbear
As posted above, hard to compare until you've played "under the spotlight" they are under.
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