((HT: Fox 2 St Louis))
Now, we know why...
Former St. Louis head coach Rick Majerus died while waiting for a heart transplant...
He passed away a week ago from heart disease... the service reminded all of us about Majerus and his legacy...
Showing posts with label Rick Majerus. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Rick Majerus. Show all posts
Saturday, December 8, 2012
Saturday, December 1, 2012
Rick Majerus Passes Away At 64
OSG Sports has learned that former Saint Louis head coach Rick Majerus has passed away. He stepped down from his post with Billikens a few months ago wanting to focus on his treatment for his heart condition.
Last season, Majerus led the Billikens to the third round of the NCAA Tournament, the school’s first NCAA appearance since 2000- getting the school's first win since 1998. Saint Louis was also in the polls for the first time since the 1994-95 season.
In mid-November, when it was announced that Majerus was stepping aside, AD Chris May said:
"Rick built this team to be in a position to compete for championships, and we will move forward with that same goal. We will continue to invest all of our resources to ensure that this team, under the leadership of interim head coach Jim Crews, is put in the best position possible to succeed.”
Former Majerus assistant Porter Moser, now at Loyola-Chicago, relayed this through his Twitter account:
RIP to my friend and mentor Coach Majerus. I learned so much about the game and life. We lost a One of the best! My heart is heavy tonight.
In the interim, here are some of Majerus' greatest hits from his time at SLU
Majerus’ moment on the big stage of college basketball was back in 1998 when his Utah team reached the NCAA final losing to Kentucky.
During the Utes Final Four run in 1998 I had a chance in interview Majerus at the NCAA West Sub-Regional in Boise, Idaho for an impromptu tough-n-cheek feature that involved good restaurants in Boise. He gave me five good minutes and was never afraid to show his sense of humor in front of a camera.
More when we know more...
Last season, Majerus led the Billikens to the third round of the NCAA Tournament, the school’s first NCAA appearance since 2000- getting the school's first win since 1998. Saint Louis was also in the polls for the first time since the 1994-95 season.
In mid-November, when it was announced that Majerus was stepping aside, AD Chris May said:
"Rick built this team to be in a position to compete for championships, and we will move forward with that same goal. We will continue to invest all of our resources to ensure that this team, under the leadership of interim head coach Jim Crews, is put in the best position possible to succeed.”
Former Majerus assistant Porter Moser, now at Loyola-Chicago, relayed this through his Twitter account:
RIP to my friend and mentor Coach Majerus. I learned so much about the game and life. We lost a One of the best! My heart is heavy tonight.
In the interim, here are some of Majerus' greatest hits from his time at SLU
Majerus’ moment on the big stage of college basketball was back in 1998 when his Utah team reached the NCAA final losing to Kentucky.
During the Utes Final Four run in 1998 I had a chance in interview Majerus at the NCAA West Sub-Regional in Boise, Idaho for an impromptu tough-n-cheek feature that involved good restaurants in Boise. He gave me five good minutes and was never afraid to show his sense of humor in front of a camera.
More when we know more...
Saturday, November 17, 2012
Majerus Not Returning To St Louis
((HT: KTVI-TV St. Louis))
Health issues have, regrettably, dogged the coaching career of Rick Majerus...
And it appears it is going to keep him from continuing his re-building of the St. Louis program.
He is going to remain in California and continue to have his heart issues evaluated...
“Coach Majerus’ health is of the utmost importance, and our thoughts and prayers are with him as he faces his challenges,” said SLU Athletic Director Chris May in a prepared statement. “We are thankful for Rick’s efforts as he succeeded by all accounts as our head men’s basketball coach.
“Rick built this team to be in a position to compete for championships, and we will move forward with that same goal,” May said. “We will continue to invest all of our resources to ensure that this team, under the leadership of interim head coach Jim Crews, is put in the best position possible to succeed.”
“Rick returned our program to national prominence, and Billiken fans everywhere will be forever grateful for his deep commitment to winning, and his even deeper commitment to our student-athletes,” SLU President Lawrence Biondi, S.J. said. “We continue to pray for Rick and his family and friends during this difficult time.”
Here's the early response from campus...
Jim Crews will stay on as interim coach for the season upcoming...
Health issues have, regrettably, dogged the coaching career of Rick Majerus...
And it appears it is going to keep him from continuing his re-building of the St. Louis program.
He is going to remain in California and continue to have his heart issues evaluated...
“Coach Majerus’ health is of the utmost importance, and our thoughts and prayers are with him as he faces his challenges,” said SLU Athletic Director Chris May in a prepared statement. “We are thankful for Rick’s efforts as he succeeded by all accounts as our head men’s basketball coach.
“Rick built this team to be in a position to compete for championships, and we will move forward with that same goal,” May said. “We will continue to invest all of our resources to ensure that this team, under the leadership of interim head coach Jim Crews, is put in the best position possible to succeed.”
“Rick returned our program to national prominence, and Billiken fans everywhere will be forever grateful for his deep commitment to winning, and his even deeper commitment to our student-athletes,” SLU President Lawrence Biondi, S.J. said. “We continue to pray for Rick and his family and friends during this difficult time.”
Here's the early response from campus...
Jim Crews will stay on as interim coach for the season upcoming...
Friday, August 24, 2012
Majerus Taking Season Off At St. Louis
((HT: KSDK-TV))
St. Louis head coach Rick Majerus has announced that he's stepping aside for the 2012-13 season to take care of some health problems.
He took time off on three separate occasions in the past, but he's never done it at the start of the season. Assistant coach Jim Crews starts as the interim head coach immediately.
Here's how Frank Cusumano delivered the breaking news...
"Rick is in a California hospital undergoing evaluation and treatment for an ongoing heart condition," SLU AD Chris May said in a statement. "His health is the most important issue right now, and our hope is for full and complete recovery." Majerus went 26-8 last year and took the Billikens to their first NCAA tournament bid since 1998, and the team won its first tournament game since 1994. And here's the KTVI-TV version of events...
St. Louis head coach Rick Majerus has announced that he's stepping aside for the 2012-13 season to take care of some health problems.
He took time off on three separate occasions in the past, but he's never done it at the start of the season. Assistant coach Jim Crews starts as the interim head coach immediately.
Here's how Frank Cusumano delivered the breaking news...
"Rick is in a California hospital undergoing evaluation and treatment for an ongoing heart condition," SLU AD Chris May said in a statement. "His health is the most important issue right now, and our hope is for full and complete recovery." Majerus went 26-8 last year and took the Billikens to their first NCAA tournament bid since 1998, and the team won its first tournament game since 1994. And here's the KTVI-TV version of events...
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