Rudy Ruettiger
Early Life Was Inspiration For the Film: Rudy/Motivational Speaker
How he got the name Rudy and what overcoming an impoverished family taught him.
Playing for legendary Coach Gordie Gillespie.
What the Navy taught him that helped him build relationships and raise his GPA so he could get accepted into Notre Dame.
Feeling of stepping on the field at Notre Dame for the first time.
How he dealt with dyslexia and what the school system today still needs to do for learning disabilities.
Boxing at Notre Dame
Did he ever think he got into more than he thought on the field?
Thoughts when was called onto the field and the first play, he was in which was a kickoff.
Did :27 change his life and being on campus after that game.
Decision to take his story to Hollywood, the struggle getting it made and plans for the 30th year anniversary.
Today’s relationship with teammates
Motivational speaking & being an author.
Commitment, reaching potential & mindset.
Rudy’s Podcast- Rise Above with Rudy
Links:
Official Website: https://www.rudyruettiger.com/
List of Books by Rudy: https://www.goodreads.com/author/list/254070.Rudy_Ruettiger
Podcast-Rise Above with Rudy: https://www.rudyruettiger.com/rudypodcast
Video of Rudy making tackle: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-z950ovP7N4
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