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9 of 9 found the following review helpful:
 A profile in excellence! Dec 27, 2008
By Kevin Quinley
"GeezerJock"
Likely few sports fans or many people at all have ever heard of Joe Newton, yet the guy may be one of the greatest coaches in the history of American sports. "The Long Green Line" chronicles a season in the life of the York High School (Elmhurst, IL) cross country team, coached by Joe Newton. Newton has 50+ years of coaching experience and over 25 Illinois state Cross country championships to his credit.
Newton is old school, doling out tough love with daily motivational quotes to his charges. More than great runners, he aims to develop young men of strong character. Challenges abound in this quest as teens are tempted by booze and the lure of petty crime. The story lines are compelling and the movie is an inspiring glimpse of one man's commitment to excellence in his craft.
"The Long Green Line" is superb!
5 of 5 found the following review helpful:
Amazing film... Inspiring and autentic Nov 11, 2008
By David Victor
"Book Hunter"
We heard about the Long Green Line and purchased a copy based on a friend's recommendation. While I am athletic and never ran cross country this movie goes far beyond that. Similar to the hero himself, Joe Newton, it's about more than a sport. It's about excelling beyond your own expectation, surpising yourself with accomplishment.
I wish I had a mentor growing up that had half of the energy of this coach.
The film is well shot, well edited and has a nice narrative. HIghly recommned.
4 of 4 found the following review helpful:
Inspiring Jan 22, 2009
By E. Pieper
I loved this movie. I am a runner. I even ran Girls Cross Country at York H.S. many moons ago. But you don't need to be a runner to benefit from this man's wisdom and spirt. Joe Newton is a legend! He inspires not only runners but all people to be their best self.
It is unbelievable what this man accomplishes year after year, decade after decade. This is not a school that gets to offer incentives for top athletes to attend. On the contrary, he takes whoever he gets. Often times,these are ackward Freshman boys who come out for Cross Country because it is a non-cut sport! Over the course of a few short months in a season, and a few seasons in their H.S. career, he turns these young boys into athletes and respectable men.
One thing I found especially inspiring while watching the movie is how he and his Long Green Line are able to prevail dispite adversity. He creates such depth in his teams that when trouble arises (as it often can with young men) they have additional talent to call upon--additional men to rise to the challenge. Joe believes in them, so they believe in themselves. Perhaps this is how The Long Green Line continually manages to succeed!
This movie is inspiring for athletes young and old, for parents trying to inspire their children, for teachers and coaches looking for a way to make a difference. Don't miss it!!!
3 of 3 found the following review helpful:
Long Green Line Inspires All Nov 11, 2008
By H. Dean
This is one of the best documentaries and movies I have ever seen. It is very inspiring. Coach Newton's sayings have more to do with life than running. It is great even if you don't do sports. It is a true testament to young athletes and people everywhere.
2 of 2 found the following review helpful:
great motivational movie Nov 08, 2009
By K. Rhodes
You don't have to be a runner to appreciate the life lessons in "The Long Green Line". The coach is tough, but expects the best of his athletes both on and off the course. It follows through team adversity, shows the importance of EVERY member of the team, and is good for any student athlete in any sport.
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