Daniel Rudy Ruettiger

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When people say dreams don't come true, tell them about Rudy.  Rudy Ruettiger grew up dreaming of playing football at the University of Notre Dame, but he lacked the grades and money to attend, and talent and physical size to play.  However, those were no match for his perseverance and determination and Rudy was granted admission to Notre Dame where he convinced the football coach to give him spot on the practice team. 

Today, Rudy shares his story with a unique, passionate, and heartfelt style of communicating to audiences around the world.  He reaches school children, university students, and professional athletes with the same enthusiasm, portraying the human spirit that comes from his personal experiences of adversity and triumph.

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Making History Against All Odds

It took years of fierce determination to overcome obstacles and criticisms, yet Daniel "Rudy" Ruettiger achieved his first dream - to attend Notre Dame and play football for the Fighting Irish.  The son of an oil refinery worker and third of 14 children, Rudy rose from valleys of discouragement and despair to the pinnacles of success when he sacked the quarterback in the last 27 seconds of the only play in the only game of his college career. He is the only player in the school's history to be carried off the field on his teammates' shoulders.  In 1993, TRISTAR Productions immortalized his life story with the blockbuster film Rudy, which continues to inspire millions worldwide.

Distinguished Author and Humanitarian


Rudy has co-authored several books, including: Rudy's Insights for Winning in Life, Rudy's Lessons for Young Champions, and Rudy & Friends, and has produced the Dream Power tape series.  He has recently established the RUDY FOUNDATION, whose mission is to help children of all ages around the world reach their full potential. The Rudy Foundation develops and supports programs that positively impact the lives of children cognitively, emotionally, physically and spiritually. The Rudy Award Program was created by the Rudy Ruettiger Foundation to recognize children who make an outstanding, exceptional effort to do their personal best, overcome obstacles, set goals, stay on track to reach their dreams and build the qualities of character, courage, contribution, and commitment into their everyday lives.

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Yes You Can!

Rudy's message of overcoming obstacles and staying on track to reach your dreams will inspire your audience and bring them to their feet! Rudy's presentation includes a video production that touches the spirit and impacts the audience with an overwhelming "Yes I can" attitude.

Rudy offers these customized, interactive motivational presentations and programs for businesses and organizations, primary (K-12) schools as well as colleges and universities.

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