Still, bleier thinks that his story though previously told in his book fighting back and its 1980 tvmovie adaptation is known to many people only in broad strokes, and that younger. These lessons are seen between the lines in the popular book on his life, fighting back. This book is about a steelers running back named rocky bleier. The hard lessons rocky bleier learned early in his life that helped him overcome adversity and reach his goals, have paid off after football. Fighting back by rocky bleier hardcover book steelers pro shop. Fighting back special edition, autographed by rocky bleier. With robert urich, bonnie bedelia, richard herd, howard cosell. Find all the books, read about the author, and more. Join steelers great rocky bleier in fighting back for veterans, by purchasing a special autographed edition of his book. The first edition, written by bleier and terry oneil, was released in 1975 and chronicled bleier s story of being wounded in the vietnam war in 1969. Jul 31, 2018 jtf is honored to be a part of the fighting back for veterans campaign, officially announced today. Rocky bleier played at notre dame and for the pittsburgh steelers.
Rocky bleier has rereleased his book fighting back to benefit u. First 20,000 copies will be autographed by rocky bleier. Fighting back paperback january 1, 1975 by rocky bleier author visit amazons rocky bleier page. Fighting back tells the story of pittsburgh steelers running back rocky bleier and his journey through football and fighting in the vietnam war. Fighting back by terry oneil, rocky bleier alibris. Rocky then won a super bowl with the steelers and still kept playing football. Rocky bleier is a keynote speaker and industry expert who speaks on a wide range of topics. Rocky bleier generally travels from pittsburgh, pa, usa and can be booked for private corporate events, personal appearances, keynote speeches, or other. In 1975, rocky bleier published fighting back, a memoir about playing football for notre dame, the steelers, and serving in the u. Rocky also has a few hot takes on the current state of the team and what he thinks. Rocky bleiers story explores both structural and emotional aspects for individuals and. Rocky decided to beat all odds, and make it back to the nfl. A hero on and off the field, four time super bowl champion rocky bleier defied the odds and made a comeback that will forever be etched in steelers history. The courageous journey of rocky bleier larry klukaszewski.
Rocky bleier graduated from notre dame in 1968 after having played on the 1966 national championship team, and serving as captain of the 1967 squad. The first edition, written by bleier and terry oneil, was released in 1975 and chronicled bleiers story of being wounded in the vietnam war in 1969. Written with noted journalist terry oneil, it was acclaimed not for its account of a football player, but of a soldier during wartime. Football jock rocky bleier makes it all the way to the pros with the pittsburgh steelers, only to be drafted in the vietnam war. The rocky bleier story is a 1980 madefortelevision movie about the life of pittsburgh steelers running back rocky bleier, portrayed by robert.
Rocky bleier is a former national football league running back, playing for the pittsburgh steelers. Rocky was drafted in the 1968 nfl draft, as the 417th overall pick by the pittsburgh steelers, but rocky only spent one season with the steelers before being drafted into the u. The rocky bleier story is a 1980 madefortelevision movie about the life of pittsburgh steelers running back rocky bleier, portrayed by robert urich based on bleiers 1975 autobiography of the same name, it tells the story of how, after becoming a running back for the steelers in 1968, he was then drafted by the u. He loved this updated version i gave to him for fathers day. Jtf is honored to be a part of the fighting back for veterans campaign, officially announced today. Sep 04, 2018 raising money to provide services for local veterans is why former pittsburgh steeler rocky bleier is reissuing an updated version of his classic book, fighting back. Some of those lessons are seen between the lines in the popular book on his life, fighting back, and an abctv movie of the week by the same name. Fighting back for veterans joint training facility. Fighting back paperback january 1, 1975 by rocky bleier author. Bleier won four super bowls in his career with the steelers.
This book speaks of this mans courage and determination. However, against tremendous odds he fought his way back and became a fourtime super bowl champion. Rocky bleier the official fan page, pittsburgh, pa. Between 1971 and 1980, bleier took home 4 super bowl rings with the pittsburgh steelers. Football jock rocky bleier makes it all the way to the pros with. Rocky is one of the owners and managing members of rbvetco. Rocky bleier discuses 2nd edition of fighting back youtube. An inspirational journey of american hero rocky bleier. It is the story of his fighting back from the injury, and his return to the national football league. The inspirational journey of american hero rocky bleier is narrated by rocky himself. The author of the book fighting back talks about its rerelease, his passion for helping veterans and his days with the steelers. Bleier currently tours the united states, talking to high school students as a motivational. The first 10,000 copies will be hand signed by rocky and every purchase benefits a veteran. Rocky bleier, a purple heart and bronze star recipient who has actively.
Bleier wrote a book of his struggle to recover from his war wounds called fighting back. Rocky bleier updates book fighting back to raise money. The inspirational journey of american hero rocky bleier, you will not only have the opportunity to be motivated by bleiers compelling story of recovery and triumph, you will also be helping to support men and women who dedicated their lives to protecting our country and our freedoms. The doctors told him that he would never be able to walk again but he didnt let that stop him.
The first 10,000 copies will be personally autographed by rocky. Rocky bleier stops by to talk about the second edition of his book, fighting back. A portion of the proceeds benefit the fighting back for veterans campaign. Rocky bleier speakers bureau and booking agent info. Rocky bleiers story a gripping tale of courage on both the football fields of america and the battle fields of vietnam has held audiences in rapt attention for years. Rocky bleier eagles talent nfl running back vietnam.
Aug, 2018 rocky bleier stops by to talk about the second edition of his book, fighting back. Rocky bleier in partnership with the leadership league is releasing a special of edition of his book, fighting back. It specializes in the construction of commercial buildings, additions and renovations including planning, design, scheduling, value engineering and subcontracting. Rocky bleier speaking fee and booking agent contact. Army in december of 1968 where he served in the vietnam. Fighting back by rocky bleier, terry oneil and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Rocky bleier updates book fighting back to raise money for. Apr 11, 2015 i do not own any rights fighting back is a 1980 movie about the real life of pittsburgh steelers halfback rocky bleier. Bleier, who was just announced as a member of the steelers hall of honor class of 2018, released a special edition of his book fighting back as a part of the fighting back for veterans campaign.
It is one of the greatest comebacks in sports history told by a man who, seriously wounded in vietnam, was described by the u. Yet, the motivational message behind it, detailing how ordinary people can become extraordinary achievers, defines success in the new american century. The official fan page of the former pittsburgh steeler, four time super bowl champion. Buy the book framed through parallels to football and rocky bleier s personal journey as a war veteran, national collegiate football champion, and fourtime super bowl champion with the pittsburgh steelers, bleier s story explores both structural and emotional aspects for individuals and organizations to reach their greatest potential. Rocky bleier is a football player who was in the army and got shot. Autographed on the cover by rocky bleier and updated with 2 new chapters. Written with noted journalist terry oneil, it was acclaimed not for its account of a football player, but of a soldier during. Discover delightful childrens books with prime book box, a subscription that delivers new books. I do not own any rights fighting back is a 1980 movie about the real life of pittsburgh steelers halfback rocky bleier. Rocky bleier presentation and booksigning concordia is honored to host former pittsburgh steelers running back rocky bleier on friday, dec.
Fighting back paperback 1976 by rocky bleier author. Then rocky started to play football again and he was not as tall and not as big as all of the other people. Rocky was drafted in the 1968 nfl draft, as the 417th overall pick by the pittsburgh steelers, but rocky only. The rocky bleier story, and it was made into a television movie in 1980, with robert urich starring as bleier, richard herd as steelers coach chuck noll, art carney as team owner art rooney, and many of bleier s teammates including matt bahr and mean joe. Rocky bleiers fighting back is back with two new chapters. Fighting back hardcover october 1, 1980 by rocky bleier author. Rocky bleier generally travels from pittsburgh, pa, usa and can be booked for. Raising money to provide services for local veterans is why former pittsburgh steeler rocky bleier is reissuing an updated version of his classic book, fighting back. Signed rocky bleier book fighting back football for sale. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Buy fighting back by terry oneil, rocky bleier online at alibris. Now a special edition of the book that contains two additional chapters is available. Fighting back hardcover october 1, 1980 by rocky bleier author visit amazons rocky bleier page. Rocky bleier fighting back book summary and study guide.
The story of rocky bleier tv movie 1980 cast and crew credits, including actors, actresses, directors, writers and more. He already had bought a copy of fighting back when it was first published. Fighting back by rocky bleier, terry oneil, paperback. Your order is estimated to ship within the next 37 business days. Rocky bleier eagles talent nfl running back vietnam war. For those who would like to read a great book, rocky teamed up with terry oneill to write fighting back, a great education in steelers history and human achievement. The rocky bleier story, which was made into a tv movie in 1980. Army during the vietnam war what made the book unusual was.
Fighting back mass market paperback september 1, 1976 by bleier author 4. Notably, he served in vietnam and 40 years after the war ended, the former running back recalls that part of his life and this. Rocky bleier, a purple heart and bronze star recipient who has actively supported causes related to military veterans for many years. First 20,000 copies will be personally autographed by rocky this special edition dust jacket displays a rich, softtouch cover with embossed, gold foil detail.