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San Francisco 49ers

Author : Matt Maiocco

Publisher : MVP Books

Page : 208 pages

File Size : 41,15 MB

Release : 2013-09-17

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1610589211

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DIVThe San Francisco 49ers are coming off their sixth Super Bowl appearance and are once again energizing football fans throughout the Bay Area. In San Francisco 49ers: The Complete Illustrated History, author and longtime sports reporter Matt Maiocco explores the full history of this iconic franchise, in the All-America Football Conference as California’s first major league pro sports team up through the latest Super Bowl glory.Accompanied by tons of photos, Maiocco offers details and insight into the teams, players, and games that have defined the Niners legacy over nearly seven decades. In addition to recounting well-known themes and storylines—the dynasty under Bill Walsh and Joe Montana, rivalries with the Dallas Cowboys and other teams, profiles of star players, analysis of pivotal games—this book presents lesser-known stories and season recaps to provide fans of the Red and Gold with a deeper understanding of their favorite team./divDIV/divDIVPacked with illustrations, this visually vibrant book offers vintage imagery, high-quality action photos, and a wide range of ephemera and memorabilia from throughout the decades, including program covers, pennants,ticket stubs, cards, and much more. With an unmatched depth of information and wealth of visual material, San Francisco 49ers: The Complete Illustrated History is the ultimate fan souvenir and reference book for the Golden Gate City’s beloved football dynasty./divDIV/div



The Franchise: San Francisco 49ers

Author : Cam Inman

Publisher : Triumph Books

Page : 243 pages

File Size : 14,84 MB

Release : 2024-09-24

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1637276249

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In The Franchise: San Francisco 49ers, take a more profound and unique journey into the history of an iconic team. This thoughtful and engaging collection of essays captures the astute fans' history of the franchise, going beyond well-worn narratives of yesteryear to uncover the less-discussed moments, decisions, people, and settings that fostered the team's iconic identity. Through wheeling and dealing, mythmaking and community building, explore where the organization has been, how it came to prominence in the modern NFL landscape, and how it'll continue to evolve and stay in contention for generations to come.Niners fans in the know will enjoy this personal, local, in-depth look at team history.



Tales from the San Francisco 49ers Sideline

Author : Roger Craig

Publisher : Simon and Schuster

Page : 216 pages

File Size : 24,31 MB

Release : 2017-09-05

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1683581504

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The San Francisco 49ers shaped the NFL throughout the 1980s with their unique blend of precision, panache, and preparation. Three decades later, NFL teams are still copying the system and the methods that made the 49ers unlike any other organization in professional sports. Now fans of this dynamic franchise will relive all the action and thrills of 49ers football through the eyes of one of the greatest San Francisco legends of all time: Roger Craig. Star of three of the 49ers Super Bowl wins, Roger Craig was one of the most productive players in franchise history. The first player in NFL history to top 1,000 yards rushing and receiving in the same season, he used his knee-churning, eyes-wide-open style to earn four trips to the Pro Bowl and score a Super Bowl–record three touchdowns in one game. In this newly revised edition of Tales from the San Francisco 49ers Sideline, Roger Craig uses his trademark vision to capture some of the moments that defined the organization during its glory years, and up the present day. Included are stories about all of the men who shaped the direction of the franchise, including such luminaries as Bill Walsh, Joe Montana, Steve Young, Ronnie Lott, Jerry Rice, George Seifert, and more. Fans will relive all the great moments and read some never-before-told stories from a man who kept his eyes open to everything during his fascinating career.



Sports Illustrated The San Francisco 49ers at 75

Author : The Editors of Sports Illustrated

Publisher : Triumph Books

Page : 205 pages

File Size : 36,23 MB

Release : 2021-11-09

Category : Travel

ISBN : 1641257725

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Celebrate the championship glory, Hall of Fame personalities, and passionate fans that make the San Francisco 49ers one of the most beloved franchises in football The oldest professional sports team in the Bay Area, the San Francisco 49ers have thrilled their loyal fans for seven and a half decades. Founded in 1946 as a charter member of the All-America Football Conference, the 49ers joined the NFL when the leagues merged in 1949. Playing in old Kezar Stadium at in Golden Gate Park, the 49ers found fleeting success in their early years, reaching the playoffs just once in the 1950s and '60s. From those humble beginnings emerged one of the NFL's most successful franchises. Seven Super Bowl appearances, five Super Bowl victories. A head coach in Bill Walsh who forever changed the sport. And a roster of Hall of Famers: Y.A. Tittle, Joe Montana, Steve Young, Jerry Rice, Ronnie Lott, and more. Sports Illustrated™ celebrates the franchise with The San Francisco 49ers at 75, an extraordinary collection of classic stories and photographs from the pages of SI. This commemorative book also solutes, in words and pictures, the 49ers' dedicated fans. From Kezar to Candlestick to Levi's, fans will unearth golden nuggets from the 49ers's past on each page of this diamond celebration.



San Francisco 49ers

Author : Martin Jacobs

Publisher : Arcadia Publishing

Page : 132 pages

File Size : 17,39 MB

Release : 2005-01-19

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1439630879

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Frankie Albert. Leo Nomellini. Bob St. Clair. Jimmy Johnson. Joe Montana. Jerry Rice. Bill Walsh. Steve Young. Ronnie Lott. Hugh McElhenny. Joe Perry. John Henry Johnson. Roger Craig. The legendary names roll off the tongue of every 49ers fannever to be forgotten. Since 1946 when they were born into the All-American Football League, the 49ers have been pro footballs most exciting and envied franchise. All of the cliffhangers and heartbreakers at grand old Kezar Stadium, and the blustering winds of Candlestick Park . . . where games were decided in the last seconds. The 49ers unrivaled record includes 5 Super Bowl appearances and 5 victories, 17 NFC Western division titles, and an unbelievable 16 consecutive seasons with at least 10 regular-season wins. Eleven 49ers have been inducted into the NFL Hall of Fame. San Francisco 49ers is a must for every fans library. Packed with over 200 rare archival photographs and stories and statistics, this collection is a detailed tribute to the 49ers most memorable seasons, in all their undying glory.



The Story of the San Francisco 49ers

Author : Jim Whiting

Publisher :

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 10,49 MB

Release : 2024-08-13

Category : Juvenile Nonfiction

ISBN : 9781682774519

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"Middle grade football fans are introduced to the extraordinary history of the NFL's San Francisco 49ers with a photo-laden narrative of their greatest successes and losses"--



100 Things 49ers Fans Should Know & Do Before They Die

Author : Daniel Brown

Publisher : Triumph Books (IL)

Page : 289 pages

File Size : 47,59 MB

Release : 2013

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 1600787916

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Whether a die-hard booster from the days of Joe Montana or a new supporter of Jim Harbaugh, these are the 100 things every San Francisco 49er fan needs to know, and do, in their lifetime. Inspired by and written for the devout 49er fan, this lively and detailed book explores important facts and figures from the teams storied history--from the early years of Y. A. Tittle to the teams golden era in the 1980s and 1990s featuring coaches Bill Walsh and George Seifert, Hall of Fame quarterbacks Joe Montana and Steve Young, and star receiver Jerry Rice, to todays championship contender. From the most important facts about the team and the traditions that define what being a 49er fanatic is all about, this guide also highlights such essential experiences as the best places to eat near Candlestick Park.



The Ultimate San Francisco 49ers Trivia Book

Author : Ray Walker

Publisher : Hrp House

Page : 154 pages

File Size : 32,40 MB

Release : 2020-10-19

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 9781953563163

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Do you think you're the ultimate San Francisco 49ers superfan? Do you have a buddy who bleeds scarlet and gold for the 49ers? Do you want to learn about the history of your favorite five-time Super Bowl champion? Even if those don't apply to you, The Ultimate San Francisco 49ers Trivia Book is the best book to learn about the San Francisco 49ers and their history. This trivia book is packed with interesting facts about the 49ers from cover to cover, taking you from the playing fields of the Bay Area to the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. In this book, you'll discover the answer to: Which team originally owned the draft pick the 49ers used to draft Jerry Rice in 1985? How many Heisman-winning quarterbacks have started a game for San Francisco? Who scored the 49ers' first touchdown in a Super Bowl? Who was the first draft pick of San Francisco's NFL era? Do the 49ers own the NFL record for the largest regular-season comeback? Whether you are a 49ers fanatic hungry for more information about the team, an NFL superfan craving knowledge about the teams in the league, or just someone who enjoys learning new, interesting facts to learn new things, this book is right up your alley. You will not be disappointed in discovering the world of the San Francisco 49ers, so just crack open the book, sit back, relax, and enjoy the wave of knowledge.



San Francisco 49ers

Author : Brian Murphy

Publisher : Insight Editions

Page : 0 pages

File Size : 49,1 MB

Release : 2014-01-07

Category : Sports & Recreation

ISBN : 9781608874361

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A franchise legacy book that celebrates the newest home of the San Francisco 49ers and explores the history of this storied team. Spanning the team’s roots at Kezar Stadium and the dynasty of Bill Walsh, Joe Montana, and Jerry Rice at Candlestick up to opening day at Levi’s® Stadium, San Francisco 49ers: From Kezar to Levi’s® is a must for niners fans of every generation. A celebration of the newest home of one of football’s most iconic teams, San Francisco 49ers: From Kezar to Levi’s explores the legacy of this legendary franchise. Expert commentary; previously unpublished interviews with former players and team executives; and iconic and never-before-seen images from the 49ers’ archive present a rich history that sets the stage for the team’s move to the new, state-of-the-art Levi’s® Stadium and its opening day in 2014. The design and construction of Levi’s® Stadium in Santa Clara, California, were inspired by the team’s mission to integrate forward-thinking technology and digital innovations into a next-generation, eco-friendly football stadium that would be as iconic as the team it hosts. An engineering marvel, Levi’s® Stadium features an open layout, great views of the action on the field as well as the surrounding Silicon Valley, and innovative features such as stadium-wide Wi-Fi capability, mobile connectivity, IPTV, colossal HD video boards measuring over 13,000 square feet, a cutting-edge mobile app offering instant replay and concessions ordering, as well as a team store and museum—all designed to maximize the fan experience at the heart of 49ers football and revealed here in compelling detail. Get to know the story behind the vision and historic construction efforts of Levi’s® Stadium as you trace the 49ers’ history from its early beginnings at Kezar and the dynasty of Bill Walsh and Joe Montana at Candlestick to the recent revitalization of the team and their unmatched new home. Containing more than 300 photos, this deluxe volume offers details and insights into the teams, players, and games that have defined the 49ers over nearly seven decades, as well as the new stadium that will carry the franchise into the future. A must-have for any fan, San Francisco 49ers: From Kezar to Levi’s offers a front-row seat to football history.



Building a Champion

Author : Bill Walsh

Publisher : St Martins Press

Page : 376 pages

File Size : 40,28 MB

Release : 1991-10

Category : Biography & Autobiography

ISBN : 9780312925796

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The celebrated coach shares his philosophy of football, profiles players he has coached, and recounts key moments in his career