Rockne Speakers & Events Series: Knute Rockne: A Life Well Lived

Coach Knute Rockne changed how football was played, coached, viewed, written about, and promoted. His vision, genius, and personality touched everything and everyone he encountered. In his presentation, guest speaker Jim Lefebvre takes a closer look at exactly what made Rockne so impactful.

Jim Lefebvre is a primary exhibit advisor for Rockne: Life & Legacy. He is the author of the national award-winning books Coach For A Nation: The Life and Times of Knute Rockne and Loyal Sons: The Story of The Four Horsemen and Notre Dame Football’s 1924 Champions. Jim serves as executive director the Knute Rockne Memorial Society and its annual Knute Rockne Spirit of Sports Awards.

The father of two Notre Dame graduates, Jim also serves as founder and executive director of the Knute Rockne Memorial Society and its Knute Rockne Spirit of Sports Awards Luncheon. This year's luncheon will be held at The History Museum on Friday, September 19, 2025 at 11:00am, and is open to the public. Most ROCKNE SPEAKERS and EVENTS series talks begin at 2:00 p.m. Purchase or reservation is required two days prior to the event; attendance is limited. Please call 574.235.9664 ext. 6256. Admission is $5/general, $3/members.

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