Rick Pitino remembers Bill Keightley

by Mike Rutherford on Apr 4, 2008 2:54 PM EDT in News

It really is just a game, but the resulting relationships are very real.

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Transcends U of L - UK

very moving...

invoking Cawood was appropriate-- of the same mold

by frankpos on Apr 4, 2008 4:06 PM EDT reply actions

My heart goes out

to the man that has to replace him.

by Blocky on Apr 4, 2008 4:16 PM EDT reply actions

Revealing

The clip not only reveals the nature of Mr. Bill's influence on those closest to him, but it also reveals a side of Coach Pitino of which I was ignorant.

No one can offer such a heart-felt eulogy without, in fact, having a pretty deep and sincere heart. The man is obviously more than just a rich and talented basketball coach.

by theoldman on Apr 4, 2008 4:16 PM EDT reply actions

I have no connection to Mr. Bill Keightley nor any love for the blue school, but it certainly seems that this gentleman had a profound effect on nearly anyone that has ever known him, and that is very impressive. May he rest in peace.

As to Coach Pitino's comments, after listening to them in full, it makes me very, very proud that he coaches the university that I love and support.

by BR on Apr 4, 2008 4:37 PM EDT reply actions

name drop

I disagree w/theoldman; I think great orators can deliver what appear to be heartfelt eulogies w/o much sincerity at all but yet it's obvious after watching this video that Rick cared deeply for "Mr. Bill."

On a lighter note, my high school bball coach (JM) made his first CardChronicle appearance, to the right of John Pelphrey near the end of the clip.

by UL is my hot hot sex on Apr 5, 2008 3:28 AM EDT reply actions