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Matt Maiocco wants your stories for a “Letters to 87” book honoring Dwight Clark

Oct 18, 2018 at 10:17 AM--


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You've likely already watched the 27-minute "Letters to 87" documentary that honors legendary San Francisco 49ers wide receiver Dwight Clark. If you haven't, you can watch it here.

The tribute celebrates the life and legacy of Clark, who passed away in June at the age of 61 after his courageous battle with ALS. It features touching stories from fans who experienced "The Catch," the iconic play which gave birth to a dynasty.

The idea originated from a podcast interview with Clark in February, when the former 49ers receiver told Matt Maiocco of NBC Sports Bay Area that he would love to gather the stories from fans surrounding the historical play.

"I've often thought that if I could get the word out somehow to get the stories, I should put a book together of the stories that these 49er fans lived through at that moment," Clark said. "Hopefully, long after I'm gone, 49er fans will still enjoy that play and that year, that team that started it all."

Maiocco is working to make that dream come true. Following the documentary, which aired on August 21, the long-time 49ers insider is continuing to gather fan stories for a book.


Maiocco informed 49ers Webzone that any proceeds resulting from the book would go to support the Golden Heart Fund, which was Clark's charity of choice.

The 49ers will unveil two statues depicting "The Catch" and featuring Clark and his quarterback, Joe Montana, at Levi's Stadium approximately four hours before Sunday's kickoff against the Los Angeles Rams. The team has been honoring Clark all season with players wearing "87" decals on their helmets.




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