Myron Cope (1929–2008)

Yoi! What a character!

I only lived with Myron Cope's influence for a few years before his passing. This rambling collection of memories from one of sports most colorful color commentators provides an insight to what made Myron Cope so beloved in Pittsburgh and throughout the country. In these reflections, while we see the world as Cope saw it, you will also find that Cope was probably one of the most intelligent sports writers and, arguably, one of the best.

While best known for his show more association with the Pittsburgh Steelers, Myron Cope has rubbed shoulders with some of the best known names in sports, Muhammad Ali and Arnold Palmer to name just two. They are all the subject for some really great memories. But for Cope being as much of a real person as he was, it would be his name and not Howard Cosell, also dealt with by Cope, that most people would associate with Sports Commentators.

This is certainly not your run of the mill "kiss and tell" autobiography that is so popular today. While Cope will probably be best remembered for his zany character, he shows that he took his job very seriously and worked hard to gain his position. We are given a real behind the scenes look at the person and some of the risks he took along the way. He is also all too human and frequent regales the reader with stories where he is the punchline.

Highly recommended for all members of the Steeler Nation and strongly recommended for sports journalism students. If you enjoy oddball characters, you'll love "Double Yoi!". show less

I'm shocked this book is not owned by more people. Myron Cope was a local celebrity in the Pittburgh area. But his career included many national sports events. He wrote for Sports Illustrated interviewing many of the most well known sports figures at the beginning of their career, including Muhammad Ali and Howard Cosell. This book had numerous unexpected insights into the lives of these individuals. But that's not what drew me to the book. At its core, its about Myron Cope, the Pittsburgh show more area, and a story of how working hard got you places in America (I hope that's still true, but I'm not sure). I highly recommend this to any sports fan and certainly any Pittsburgh resident. show less

A great collection of anecdotes from a time when athletes where people and not corporations. Myron Cope was lucky enough to be able to interact with many sports stars of his day and share each of their personalities in a Cope-esque way. The humor of Myron shows in each story while remaining (what I assume to be) factual.

Loved this book at the time, but as a kid fan was shocked by its bluntness.