Some players become fan favorites, while others become the face of a franchise.
For the Indiana Twisters, Mariano Bollella became both.
On Tuesday, July 21 at 8 p.m. ET, “Let’s Twist Again” welcomes one of the greatest players in team history for a live conversation that goes far beyond goals, assists, and statistics.
Twisters fans remember Mariano as the club’s all-time leader in points and assists, a two-time CISL All-Star, and one of the most dynamic midfielders in league history. But what many fans may not know is the remarkable story that continued after his time in Indianapolis.
Following the Twisters, Mariano enjoyed another 12 years of professional indoor soccer, finishing his playing career with 292 goals in 420 regular-season and playoff games before becoming a successful indoor soccer coach.
You’ll hear about that, as well as:
- How coach Jorge Espinoza challenged him to become a better player—and a better person.
- The unique chemistry that made the 1996 and 1997 Indiana Twisters special.
His relationships with teammates including Alejandro Moreno, Scott Lawler, Mate Kozul, Terry Rowe, Juan Carlos Reza, and many others. - Recovering from the devastating ACL injury that ended his 1997 playoff run and threatened his career.
- Why Argentina’s World Cup wins in 1978 and 1986 meant so much to him as a young Argentine boy.
- One unforgettable trip to Walmart that turned into a story you’ll never forget.
As always, “Let’s Twist Again” is about preserving the history of the Indiana Twisters through the memories of the people who lived it. Mariano’s thoughtful reflections, humor, and humility make this one of our most personal episodes yet.
Whether you followed every match at Market Square Arena or you’re discovering the Twisters for the first time, you’ll come away with a deeper appreciation for one of the franchise’s defining players—and the people who helped shape his remarkable journey.
Watch below, or listen to the audio-only version at the bottom.
