As the sports season rolls into a summer lull before the Olympics, it's time for the second round of elections for the Sports Movie all of Fame. Full results from the first class can be found on our website, but Johnny Lawrence, Ty Webb, Kelly Leak and Benny "the Jet" Rodriguez all made it on the strength of your votes. Instead of electing another class of athletes, we're focusing on the brains behind the brawn and determining which coaches are worthy of enshrinement in the Sports Movie Hall of Fame. Take a look at their credentials below and cast your vote at the end of the original post.
Jimmy Dugan (Tom Hanks)
Accomplishments: Three time MLB MVP, hit 534 career HR, taught children all across the country to "avoid The Clap", totally nailed that waitress in South Bend
Hall Pitch: Dugan should be appreciated for his off-field contributions just as much for his on-field. Not only did he help popularize one of the first professional women's...
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