Hoosiers (1986)

Benching Rade on Principle

When his star player Rade (Steve Hollar) won’t pass the ball, Coach Dale (Gene Hackman) benches him, even if it means his team must play one man short.

Directed by David Anspaugh.

© MGM 2013

Released in 1986 by MGM.

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