Remembering Joe Delaney (2012)

An undersized running back, whose stature was overcome by his heart, this play-making underdog tore through America's headlines, on a certain path to eternal stardom. Joe Delaney died trying to save three kids from drowning in Louisiana.

I first produced, wrote and directed this show 30 years after Joe's death, leading small crews across 6 states to film interviews of key storytellers, including with Dan Rather. This piece later became part of a partnership with NFL FIlms, was adapted to an ESPN 30 for 30 short, and has been replayed every June since it's release.
 
 

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