Reliving the Magic: Freddie Banks on the 1987 UNLV Rebels’ Breathtaking Journey to the Final Four

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Get ready for a whirlwind journey back to 1987 with the UNLV
Run-and-Rebels basketball team. We're joined by none other than
Freddie Banks, a key player in that iconic Final Four team.
Freddie brings to life the remarkable camaraderie, electrifying
offense, and underrated defense that made the team truly
legendary. He opens up about his personal journey, why he chose
to play for his local school, and spills the secrets on Coach
Jerry Tarkanian’s game-changing, laid-back coaching style.





Buckle up as we delve into the innovative strategies of Coach
Jerry Tarkanian. A style that gave players a rare kind of freedom
on the court, and led to a kind of basketball magic that took the
team to extraordinary heights. We explore fascinating stories
around the team's recruitment process, including a home visit
from the one and only Frank Sinatra, and a peculiar scholarship
strategy for a recruit in a correctional facility. 





The climax of our tale takes us to the team's journey to the
Final Four. Freddie shares vivid memories of the NCAA tournament,
including the remarkable comeback against the Iowa Hawkeyes and
the intense locker room atmosphere post a hard-fought loss to
Indiana. This isn’t just an in-depth look at the history of UNLV
basketball, it’s a celebration of the sport in its purest form.
So, join us as we ride the rollercoaster of the 1987 UNLV
Run-and-Rebels.






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