((HT: MyFoxAtlanta))
One Atlanta-area high school has gone all in for their support of sideline reporter Craig Sager...
The kids at Cherokee High School started having "Sager Days"- wearing outfits that rival what Sager wears on air.
And since he's still undergoing leukemia treatments his son, Craig II, was even invited to the school recently to see first-hand how the Warriors are showing their support- in the form of a fashion show.
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Obviously, the HQ's thoughts are with the Sagers in this time and hope he kicks leukemia's ass...
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Tuesday, May 6, 2014
Sunday, April 20, 2014
Gregg Popovich's Message to Craig Sager: True Class
For all the grief San Antonio Spurs coach Gregg Popovich gets about his gruff and often short answers when being interviewed during games, nobody can give him grief anymore.
Pop did what can only be called one of the classiest things a coach could ever do as a sign of respect.
During Sunday's Spurs game vs. Dallas on TNT, Popovich came over to do an interview between the 3rd and 4th quarter.
((NOTE--San Antonio won the game--90-85))
Only this time, instead of the sartorial (look it up) unique stylings of TNT's regular sideline reporter Craig Sager, Pop was talking to Sager's son.
The reason.
The widely respect Sager announced this week that he had Leukemia and would not be able to take his customary role during the NBA Postseason while he battles the disease.
So, Sager's son, Craig Jr. took over the role, which was supposed to be a taped piece to send to his father. Only Popovich's response changed that.
The reason: Popovich had a message for Junior's ill father:
How often does this happen?
Not very.
To top it off....Popovich and the Spurs had a personal message to deliver to Sager.
And if you ever wonder why the entire basketball world respects the Spurs, Popovich and everyone surrounding them. Your question is now answered.
Pop did what can only be called one of the classiest things a coach could ever do as a sign of respect.
During Sunday's Spurs game vs. Dallas on TNT, Popovich came over to do an interview between the 3rd and 4th quarter.
((NOTE--San Antonio won the game--90-85))
Only this time, instead of the sartorial (look it up) unique stylings of TNT's regular sideline reporter Craig Sager, Pop was talking to Sager's son.
The reason.
The widely respect Sager announced this week that he had Leukemia and would not be able to take his customary role during the NBA Postseason while he battles the disease.
So, Sager's son, Craig Jr. took over the role, which was supposed to be a taped piece to send to his father. Only Popovich's response changed that.
Arrived this morning to do a taped interview with Pop. He goes no, we're doing this live 3rd qtr just like your Dad. pic.twitter.com/RPAwIt7tvR
— Craig Sager II (@CraigSagerJr) April 20, 2014
The reason: Popovich had a message for Junior's ill father:
How often does this happen?
Not very.
To top it off....Popovich and the Spurs had a personal message to deliver to Sager.
Popovich gave me a hand written letter to give my Dad tomorrow. The whole Spurs organization is filled with class and great people. Thanks
— Craig Sager II (@CraigSagerJr) April 20, 2014
And if you ever wonder why the entire basketball world respects the Spurs, Popovich and everyone surrounding them. Your question is now answered.
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