This would appear to refute those that have pushed for fewer back-to-back games as a means to reduce injuries in the NBA. In the money-first world of professional sports owners, Rooney, who died Thursday at 84, showed courage many others might have avoided. burgh eventually saw nine mainstays from the 1970s dynasty, plus coach Chuck Noll, make the Hall of Fame. MLSThe Colorado Rapids goalkeeper remains a significant figure in American soccer culture, even if his best days are well in the pastShare on FacebookShare on TwitterShare via EmailView more sharing optionsShare on LinkedInShare on PinterestShare on Google+Share on WhatsAppShare on MessengerCloseDavid Rudin.DavidSRudinMonday 17 April 2017 10.