It was in 1962 that I found myself in an intramural baseball game at UM. I was at the plate hoping at least to make contact with the ball. My hopes however were in vain. I never knew anyone who ever threw a baseball faster than George Mira. So, I tried to bunt. No way. The Madador as they called him mowed me down as well as all others on the team. Mira pitched a no hitter.
I got to know George pretty well even after his pro career ended and he operated a food concession at Miami’s Parrot Jungle. I think it was George who was first responsible for casting the University of Miami into college football’s limelight. I recall George being named first team All American and Namath second team, which was reversed the next year. I am much saddened by George’s demise. Oh, the great memories I have of him.
To this message, I add this link which is a superb description of the Mira family and their hometown of Key West. ONE WONDERFUL CONCH IS THIS MIRA - Sports Illustrated Vault | SI.com
