Looie

I'm not sure if Coach was at a single game this past season, which I chalked up to dealing with his own age related infirmities and those of his wife. He doesn't hear so well any more, which many of us older fans can relate to.

In important moments, though such as the signing of Rick Pitino, Coach was there. He met privately with Pitino and simply advised "Get players!". But much, much more than that, Coach, without saying a word, issued the strongest endorsement possible for the hire. His mere presence said, "I'm good with this hire, actually more than good. This is a great moment. Welcome Rick!".

To those who may have reservations about the hire, Coach's endorsement and presence said, "I'm good with it. You got a problem with that?"

Of course Coach has ALWAYS been guided by Vincentian teachings and a strong Catholic faith. As a student and employee I'd often see him at daily mass in the old chapel. In season he was there every day. Once the season ended, not as much. I loved that.

It is with the same principals that he continued to love Jayson Williams through his darkest moments. Monte before the Pitino hire saw the hypocrisy of those who would forgive Williams but not Pitino. Coach would agree with him.

On the HOF selection committee, Lou is a powerful voice. He will often advocate for a great player he has seen and coached but whom we've forgotten. A Johnny Warren, a Jerry Houston, a Joe DePre. If it were solely up to him, we'd enshrine another 20 easily this year.

The point about that is Coach knows he doesn't have a lot if seasons left. He loves his former players almost asmuch as he loves SJU basketball. He loves SJU basketball almost as much as he loves the University. He loves the university not nearly as much as he loves and serves God.

A treasure? Of course, but that seems a vast understatement.

I kind of feel like we are towards the end of this wonderful, abundant, Italian meal at the very last and best Italian restaurant. I want to savor every forkful as the last plate empties.

Then in my mind I hear Coach's voice say reassuringly, "Hey, stunod, I told you, the best days are ahead"

Someday too soon I'm going to cry real tears. When they finally dry, I'll thank God for sharing Coach with us.
 
Beasts of the East said:
I'm not sure if Coach was at a single game this past season, which I chalked up to dealing with his own age related infirmities and those of his wife. He doesn't hear so well any more, which many of us older fans can relate to.

In important moments, though such as the signing of Rick Pitino, Coach was there. He met privately with Pitino and simply advised "Get players!". But much, much more than that, Coach, without saying a word, issued the strongest endorsement possible for the hire. His mere presence said, "I'm good with this hire, actually more than good. This is a great moment. Welcome Rick!".

To those who may have reservations about the hire, Coach's endorsement and presence said, "I'm good with it. You got a problem with that?"

Of course Coach has ALWAYS been guided by Vincentian teachings and a strong Catholic faith. As a student and employee I'd often see him at daily mass in the old chapel. In season he was there every day. Once the season ended, not as much. I loved that.

It is with the same principals that he continued to love Jayson Williams through his darkest moments. Monte before the Pitino hire saw the hypocrisy of those who would forgive Williams but not Pitino. Coach would agree with him.

On the HOF selection committee, Lou is a powerful voice. He will often advocate for a great player he has seen and coached but whom we've forgotten. A Johnny Warren, a Jerry Houston, a Joe DePre. If it were solely up to him, we'd enshrine another 20 easily this year.

The point about that is Coach knows he doesn't have a lot if seasons left. He loves his former players almost asmuch as he loves SJU basketball. He loves SJU basketball almost as much as he loves the University. He loves the university not nearly as much as he loves and serves God.

A treasure? Of course, but that seems a vast understatement.

I kind of feel like we are towards the end of this wonderful, abundant, Italian meal at the very last and best Italian restaurant. I want to savor every forkful as the last plate empties.

Then in my mind I hear Coach's voice say reassuringly, "Hey, stunod, I told you, the best days are ahead"

Someday too soon I'm going to cry real tears. When they finally dry, I'll thank God for sharing Coach with us.
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Terrific and very special post Beast!
SS&G
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Is that a nice photo of a handsome man,
or whaddd? Has more hair than I do lol
Fore gedd aboud ditt!
 


Louie doing commentary for 1984 draft. He knew Jordan would be a great one.
 
Beasts of the East said:
I'm not sure if Coach was at a single game this past season, which I chalked up to dealing with his own age related infirmities and those of his wife. He doesn't hear so well any more, which many of us older fans can relate to.

In important moments, though such as the signing of Rick Pitino, Coach was there. He met privately with Pitino and simply advised "Get players!". But much, much more than that, Coach, without saying a word, issued the strongest endorsement possible for the hire. His mere presence said, "I'm good with this hire, actually more than good. This is a great moment. Welcome Rick!".

To those who may have reservations about the hire, Coach's endorsement and presence said, "I'm good with it. You got a problem with that?"

Of course Coach has ALWAYS been guided by Vincentian teachings and a strong Catholic faith. As a student and employee I'd often see him at daily mass in the old chapel. In season he was there every day. Once the season ended, not as much. I loved that.

It is with the same principals that he continued to love Jayson Williams through his darkest moments. Monte before the Pitino hire saw the hypocrisy of those who would forgive Williams but not Pitino. Coach would agree with him.

On the HOF selection committee, Lou is a powerful voice. He will often advocate for a great player he has seen and coached but whom we've forgotten. A Johnny Warren, a Jerry Houston, a Joe DePre. If it were solely up to him, we'd enshrine another 20 easily this year.

The point about that is Coach knows he doesn't have a lot if seasons left. He loves his former players almost asmuch as he loves SJU basketball. He loves SJU basketball almost as much as he loves the University. He loves the university not nearly as much as he loves and serves God.

A treasure? Of course, but that seems a vast understatement.

I kind of feel like we are towards the end of this wonderful, abundant, Italian meal at the very last and best Italian restaurant. I want to savor every forkful as the last plate empties.

Then in my mind I hear Coach's voice say reassuringly, "Hey, stunod, I told you, the best days are ahead"

Someday too soon I'm going to cry real tears. When they finally dry, I'll thank God for sharing Coach with us.
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Two things.

1. Great post.

2. FWIW, Looie made it to one December Carnesecca game, I don't remember which one, but I do think that is it as I always look for him.
 
SJUNC said:
Beat them in Mass at Hall of Fame game lost in Holiday Festival
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The Holiday Festival game at MSG had some drama for the Tar Heels and Jordan. Since it was Christmas time, Jordan went out shopping in midtown. Got lost and was late to Carolina’s pregame meal. Dean Smith, not pleased, held out Jordan from the game…1 minute for each minute he was late. So the first half SJU was beating them…until Jordan entered the game. Then it was goodnight Redmen In the 2nd half.
 
paultzman said:
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If you're a Big East fan from the beginning, I can't recommend the Big East Rewind podcasts highly enough to you. Chuck and Sonny played at Villanova and Syracuse respectively and have interviewed lots of former Big East players from almost every team in the conference. From the Johnnies, you can hear interviews with Shelton Jones, Bill Wennington, Billy Goodwin and Ron Stewart, Jeff Allen, Willie Glass, Matt Brust and Billy Singleton and Coach Lavin. Each interview lasts about an hour. Great stuff!! You won't be disappointed!!
 
SLYFOXX1968 said:
I recall Chuck Everson playing for Villanova , before Jay Wright .

Maybe while Lappas. Don’t think it was Rollie but , it could have been .
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He played for Rollie. 82-86. We were the same High School class on Long Island. My school beat them in the County Playoffs on a last second shot.
Chuck also was the recipient of Reggie Williams cheap shot at the end of the first half of the title game.
 
SJUNC said:
He played for Rollie. 82-86. We were the same High School class on Long Island. My school beat them in the County Playoffs on a last second shot.
Chuck also was the recipient of Reggie Williams cheap shot at the end of the first half of the title game.
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I can't believe any Georgetown player would ever give any opponent a single cheap shot. They were all wonderful sports where opponents tried to intimidate them. Reggie in particular was a sweetheart 💕.
 
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