
Historic Turnarounds in Sports: Indiana Hoosiers Among the Best
A look at remarkable revivals in sports history, highlighting Indiana Hoosiers' impressive accomplishments under Coach Curt Cignetti.
The Indiana Hoosiers, long viewed as one of the least fortunate programs in college football, have achieved stunning results since the appointment of Coach Curt Cignetti. Once overshadowed by losses, they now celebrate their first-ever national championship title won during the College Football Playoff against the Miami Hurricanes.
Remarkable Achievements
Under Cignetti’s guidance, the Hoosiers made a significant transformation, bouncing back from previous seasons’ struggles of 4-8 and 3-9 to capturing the championship within two years. Their historic rise leads us to question the greatest two-season turnarounds in sports history.
Notable Turnarounds
- 2016 Chicago Cubs - Ended a 108-year championship drought.
- 2001 New England Patriots - The beginning of a dynasty with Tom Brady’s impactful debut.
- 1969 New York Mets - From lovable losers to champions.
- 2015-16 Leicester City - Defied odds to become Premier League champions.
These stories of triumph encapsulate the heart of sports, showcasing resilience, transformation, and the thrill of underdog victories.


