We came out here and accomplished our goal. No other coach in state history has won more than four state titles. David Kvidahl is a columnist for STL High School Sports. Smith whose signature look has been a spectacular pair of Gucci glasses wants his team to win every game, but finding a way to beat Irons would have meant a little more if only because they have become so close over the years. 0:05. There wasnt any fake or forced bravado. With several freshmen and sophomores playing key roles, Marist is 23-7, ranked in the top 20 and sits just behind Benet in second place in the East Suburban Catholic Conference. Key Illinois high school boys basketball games, state tournament brackets, computer rankings, stat leaders, schedules & scores - live & final. How about 480 wins and just 92 losses and likely another 25-plus victories coming next year? Smith was a student-athlete at Simeon and is one of the winningest coaches in Illinois and CPS history, securing 6 IHSA State Title and 7 Chicago Public League Championships at his alma mater. Chicago Simeon opened with a 16-12 advantage over Moline through the . While state tournament runs put together by their teams do matter, there are a number of Coach of the Year candidates throughout the area. Asbury Park Press. 9 in 2011, No. There were a handful of teams with massive preseason expectations when the season began. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Heck, there is hardly any bravado at all from a coach who could have shown a lot of it. Pocket. And while he won and won bigger than anyone he never, ever was full of himself or took himself too seriously. More family time was at the forefront, including being able to watch his youngest, Rob Jr., play more. The 2021-22 Illinois State Redbirds men's basketball team represented Illinois State University during the 2021-22 NCAA Division I men's basketball season.The Redbirds played their home games at Doug Collins Court at Redbird Arena in Normal, Illinois as members of the Missouri Valley Conference.The team finished the season 13-20, 5-13 in MVC play to finish in eighth place. Despite the loss of Wilson, Simeon returned to Champaign and the state tournament in the spring of 1985 before losing in the quarterfinals. He loves Simeon like I did. In the 1990s, Mr. Hambric put together a stretch of 10 straight 20-win seasons. 4 in 2012, No. Do you have . 0:36. Keep watching, it is coming. The most unfamiliar coaching name on this short list is very much deserving of a whole lot of recognition. He made adjustments when needed, changing stylistically at times to even how he managed different rosters. Earlier today I was thinking about games I played in before and all the seasons Ive coached.. Stephen Edelson. 2 Benet squeaked past Geneva 35-34, and Kenwood beat Brother Rice 72-67. Flowers is currently an assistant coach at Simeon. The Trojans ended Hinsdale Centrals 23-game winning streak with a 53-43 victory in Hinsdale. (Ed Wagner, Jr., Chicago Tribune) 1979-80. Knowing he'd hit another career milestone this season helped make the decision a little easier. File Photo by Kirsten Stickney. As a father-figure coach, he is stern while offering endless support and instilling confidence when needed. One of them, Bob Hurley, is there because of the program he built at St. Anthony. Tim Vizer/Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Vashon head coach Tony Irons yells instructions from the bench during a game against Staley, Saturday, Jan. 28, 2023, at Vashon High School in St. Louis. They all just wanted to win and that's me.". Benjamin Wilson Jr. (March 18, 1967 - November 21, 1984) was an American high school basketball player from Chicago, Illinois. Those who are close to Robert Smith knew this day was coming sooner than later. Please enter valid email address to continue. Two teams playing in a packed house. We all have one more year to enjoy it and to celebrate the most successful high school coach in state history. Guards Sam Lewis and Jalen Griffith each scored 11. Together with Whitney Young High School boys' basketball head coach Tyrone Slaughter, they launched the Classic a decade ago with a mutual vision to unite the city through basketball and community. Morgan Park coach Nick Irvin and Simeon coach Robert Smith have each been suspended four games due to their conduct following their game on Jan. 16, according to a Chicago Public Schools . His twin brother, Miles, added 15 points, six rebounds and five blocks. Simeons Miles Ruben (24) blocks Mount Carmels Lee Marks (11) shot attempt. "I want to spend more time with my kids. CENTRALIA, Ill. East St. Louis senior Macaleab Rich can be a little stubborn at times. The Role of the AAU. Smith, 40, will have accomplished everything he set out to do at the high school level if he coaches his Simeon team to a fifth state championship in his eight-year career. Senior Meghan Lamanna led a team-wide effort with 17 points and five rebounds, and junior Jasmine Miller added 13 points and six boards, and the Pioneers used a stifling defensive effort to . People think we dont like each other, but that isnt the case. Matt Zahn joined CBS2 Chicago in October 2016 as a sports reporter and fill-in sports anchor, and what a time to come to Chicago. High school basketball players love using the phrase "business trip" to demonstrate that Tuesday night's 15-minute drive to the neighboring town is a somber, no-fun outing. His run at Simeon coincided with the Public Leagues most successful run of state titles. It was a statement win for Vashon (13-7) against nationally ranked Simeon (24-3). Simeon coach Robert Smith watches as the Wolverines play Kenwood. Show all Sports. PG Sr. 5' 10" 160 lbs. Photographer Ricky Slaughter has posted a new gallery Simeon vs. Vashon (Bank of O'Fallon Shootout) containing 65 photos. Mr. Hambric, 69, died . The Bob Hambric era begins in 1980 with the mid-season firing of Lamont Bryant . Feb 28, 2023, 7 . There is still something to look forward to.. Averaged 19.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1 . The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. ", On coaching so many great players over the years, Smith said, "It's been great. Smith, a Simeon graduate, nearly took an assistant job at Loyola under Porter Moser in 2017. You have to be over the top. Latorre has led this senior-dominated group to the best season the program has had in 25 years. I want to spend more time with my kids, Smith said. 1 team. 2014 - 20162 years. Among those teams, however, there was one that lived up to the hype over three months of basketball better than any. 8147 S. Vincennes Avenue Chicago, IL 60620 . "I love Simeon," Smith said. Smith said it's the trust of the parents to send their kids to Simeon that has allowed him to be so successful. During the early 1980s, the city of Chicago featured one of the best high school basketball players in the country. - Adaptable leadership approach used to get the most out of each player. Hes like a big brother to me.. High/Middle School. The list includes some familiar names and past winners, along with some under-appreciated coaches who are receiving their due. Coaches, ADs and staff who do not . It keeps you working because you have to work for them. As a result, his basketball acumen and work ethic often went unnoticed. The Class B Oklahoma high school boys basketball state tournament is set for Thursday, Friday and Saturday at State Fair Arena. "He used to have a saying, 'Come the fourth quarter, you'll see who can play.'". Robert Smith and Simeon are chasing another Chicago Public League championship. In his tenure Smith has coached several NBA players, including Rose, Jabari Parker, Talen Horton-Tucker and others. The perennial south suburban power lost two Division I prospects in the offseason, both transferring out of the program. Fax. Illinois High School Association records list him with 550 or 551 wins, against 145 losses. Its more than what is to come this season and where Simeon goes from here. Thats a rare combination. Smith, who is also Simeon's athletic director, hands the job over to his assistant coach and former player Tim Flowers, who will begin his tenure during the 2023-24 season. The Westcott building on Normal Avenue was occupied by the Calumet High School until 1926. The Hawks are competing and playing as a cohesive group under Houston and are the top seed in their own Class 3A sectional. "It would be like a fairytale story and we can finish this thing off the way we want to.". Smiths program produced multiple NBA players: Rose, Jabari Parker, Talen Horton-Tucker, Kendrick Nunn and more. 50-42 (W) Simeon vs. St. Laurence On 2/28, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against St. Laurence (Burbank, IL) by a score of 50-42 . We are going to keep our eyes on the prize. The underclassmen camp was conducted at St. Louis U.s Simon Recreation Center and when Smith and Irons got to talking they hit it off. Vashon takes on another big-time Illinois foe when it hosts East St. Louis (18-6) at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. Bob Hambric never had a losing season in 24 years as the boys basketball coach at Simeon Career Academy, winning more than 500 games, including the 1984 state championship. Retiring Simeon coach Robert Smith surpassed 500 career wins, spent most of the season ranked No. . Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Smith has been head coach at Simeon for over 19 years, succeeding the legendary Bob Hambric and has coached NBA stars such as Derrick Rose, Jabari Parker, Talen Horton-Tucker, Kendrick Nunn and more. Velasquez did welcome back a Division I talent in the versatile Mekhi Lowery. February 8, 2023 / 4:50 PM / CBS Chicago. [Smith] trusted his players, thats what was special about him, Parker said. Just four high school coaches are in the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame. On 2/24, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Englewood Stem (Chicago, IL) by a score of 70-33. Me and Coach Smith are like family, Irons said. Ryan Johnson and Mason Blanco returned after averaging five and four points a game, respectively. On 3/3, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Chicago Mt. Bob Hambric never had a losing season in 24 years as the boys basketball coach at Simeon Career Academy, winning more than 500 games, including the 1984 state championship. I personally remember several talks with Smith over the past year or two where he would openly discuss how he personally found other interests, outside of basketball, during the down time of Covid. Flipboard. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. 773-535-3465/3236. This is only our second time playing each other. He looks after so many, both the high-profile ones and those looking for a small college opportunity. Check out the lists below to see the daily stat leaders for Monday, Feb. 27 in five statistical categories: points, rebounds, assists, blocks and steals. Its the first sectional championship in school history for Oswego East, which will face Moline on Monday in the ISU Supersectional. Wilson's slaying was indicative of the tough streets from which Mr. Hambric drew his players. / CBS Chicago. 3 in 2013 and No. On Jan. 24, Smith picked up win 500 when his Wolverines beat Brooks 82-36. Simeon wins the city title. This retirement is about all that Smith has meant to the sport and, specifically, Public League basketball. Then there are the many untold stories of how he nurtured players. On Friday, it was Akil Watson's turn to burn the Roses, with the Arizona State commit shooting 10-for-14 from the floor and 3-for-3 from the free-throw line. Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. After 30 years and more than 600 victories as a girls basketball coach at Collinsville Middle School, formerly North Junior High, Greg Craft is calling it a career. But this years team has tied the school record for most wins in a season, won a West Suburban Silver Conference championship and has earned a No. 0. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). But there are teams, on paper, with more talent than Simeon, and Smith continues to always be able to navigate and right a ship just perfectly. The Red Devils have nearly always been competitive under Latorre. We wont let the fans down. . That was good for Chicago.. ALTON Isaiah Camper could only look over his shoulder and smile. I'm giving another guy a chance.". But Im not sure about doing that whole grind now. Watson scored 15 of his points in the first half, when St. Rose battled Roselle Catholic to a near-stalemate before a sequence at the end of the half left the Purple Roses with an eight . We only watched film when it was necessary. Children. On 2/11, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Kenwood (Chicago, IL) by a score of 72-64. Smith has stressed that this season is about the kids, not his farewell tour. They are both playing basketball now, and I want to be able to give them my full attention. Simeon basketball coach Robert Smith will retire after next season, The GOAT retires: A look back on the legacy of Simeon basketball coach Robert Smith, Sectional final roundup: Simeon, St. Ignatius win in 3A; Oswego East takes down Joliet West in 4A, 2023 Chicago Sun-Times All-Area basketball team. Belleville West played Chicago Simeon in a game at the O'Fallon Shootout at O'Fallon High School on Saturday February 2, 2019. A rock solid senior group, which included four key players, departed. The 2021-22 DePaul Blue Demons women's basketball team represented DePaul University during the 2021-22 NCAA Division I women's basketball season. Photographer Dean Reid has posted a new gallery Simeon vs. Kenwood containing 40 photos. HOME 3-7 AWAY 3-5 NEUTRAL 5-5. It was never going to be easy following up last years remarkable season. Rob carried himself with the highest level of professionalism and had the highest level of respect from so many different people, said Slaughter. Print. Chicago Simeon eventually plied victory away from Moline 67-66 on January 21 in Illinois boys high school basketball action. Robert Smith swore there was a jump ball. That resonated with his players and assistant coaches. There wasn't much Robert Smith hadn't accomplished in his 19-year career at Simeon Career Academy. Miles and Wes Rubin, 6-8 twins, will be joined by talented guards Jalen Griffith and Michael Ratliff. 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Yes, the naysayers will always point to the talent Smith has at Simeon. PF 1119 PA 1294 STREAK 1L. Tim Vizer/Special to . Crystal Lake South coach Gary Collins concurs. The address was changed from 8235 S. Vincennes Ave. to 8147 S. Vincennes Ave. For better or worse. The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. The Blue Demons were led by thirty-sixth year head coach Doug Bruno and played their home games at the Wintrust Arena . Smiths impact on student-athletes throughout Chicago has truly been incredible as he continues to cement his legacy in his final season as the head basketball coach at Simeon. The Red Devils began the season unranked and have climbed into the top 10. Twitter Water Polo: Schedule Water Polo: Roster Water Polo: News Basketball Basketball: Twitter Basketball: Schedule Basketball: . Thank you : Master at his Craft: Longtime Collinsville Middle School girls basketball coach retires. Were talking six state championships and four other top four finishes at state that earned state trophies. The Trevians are 27-4 heading into this weeks Central Suburban League regular-season finale with Niles North. The Wolverines also finished the season ranked in the MaxPreps Top 25 four times No. Smiths debut as a high school coach in December 2004 is one of the citys legendary high school basketball moments it also was Derrick Roses debut. But Smith has been around long enough to know it can mean everything. Congratulations once again to Coach Robert Smith! Its not very normal for such a high-profile program and its coach to be so revered. "I just thought it was time," he said. Hes coached, mentored and developed dozens and dozens of Division I players, including two of the biggest in state history: Derrick Rose and Jabari Parker. I was going to win tonight anyway if I won or he won. Simeons Wes Rubin celebrates after the Wolverines defeat Kenwood in the Public League championship game. Steele retired all six Padres batters he faced, then headed to the bullpen to throw 25 more pitches. But more than whats on paper or in the record books or who hes coached, Smith has earned a level of respect from everyone in the sport that so few are truly able to earn. The next highly-regarded prospect to play under Smith was Jabari Parker, who captured four consecutive Class 4A state titles while earning MaxPreps National Player of the Year honors in 2013. In that scenario, with his high school teammate and best friend, Nick Anderson, at his side, Wilson surely would have flourished at that level. Latest Updates. Illinois high school football playoff brackets, schedule, computer rankings, statewide stat leaders and scores - live and final. The retiring coach, who has won a record seven city titles and six state championships, was faced with the prospect of a humiliating collapse in his final Public League game. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Area college signings: NCAA Division I and II, Area college signings: NCAA Division III, NAIA, JUCO, 4 killed, 4 critically injured in crash at South Grand Boulevard and Forest Park Avenue, Parents push back on allegations against St. Louis transgender center. We knew what we had to do, and weve known since day one. (Allen Cunningham/For the Sun-Times) The best teams are analyzed and the top players are talked about all season long. The lost talent and the timing of it would cripple most teams. The GOAT retires: A look back at the legacy of Simeon basketball coach Robert Smith, Simeon basketball coach Robert Smith will retire after next season, Sectional final roundup: Simeon, St. Ignatius win in 3A; Oswego East takes down Joliet West in 4A, 2023 Chicago Sun-Times All-Area basketball team. Smith was a student . He is always so stoic. Simeon coach Robert Smith and Derrick Rose embrace after Roses final high school game, the 2007 state championship. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Collinsville guard Cawhan Smith (left) dribbles downcourt as he is closely guarded by Simeon player Jaylen Drane. Smith said that out of the hundreds of varsity basketball players he has coached since 2004, just three or four didnt go to college. The conversations with him over the past few years led you to believe he was taking it year by year. Basketball; Football; 1 sectional seed. More:Here are Wisconsin high school basketball scores for Friday, Jan. 20 . 8. Submit Roster. Simeon coach Robert Smith checks the clock as the Wolverines defeat New Trier at the Pontiac Holiday Tournament. Simeon Career Academy773-535-3200. 16-11*. That made it so much better.. Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device. Simeon High School basketball player Ben Wilson on Nov. 13, 1984. There is a reason Heidkamp is a two-time City/Suburban Hoops Report Coach of the Year winner. The Wolverines could be the areas preseason No. So that actually took a lot of pressure off of me.. Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. 3 - Kray Rogers - 6-2 - Jr. - 14.3 2 - Jaxon Willits - 6-0 - Sr. - 11.6 22 - Blayke Nunn - 6-2 . Hynes, a Marist graduate who was an assistant under former coach Gene Nolan from 2007-2018, has revitalized the program. Whether it was colleagues in the coaching business, including high school coaches who were beaten by him or college coaches recruiting his players, the respect was palpable. It hasnt really sunk in yet, Smith said. Smith, 50, took over the helm at Simeon prior to the 2004-05 season, making his debut the same year as Derrick Rose. He made sure that we were confident. The RedHawks, who nearly upset rival and highly-ranked Brother Rice, losing 49-48, earned a top four seed in the tough St. Rita Sectional. Smith added that he has his own kids playing sports and after spending his "whole life with other people's kids," he wants to spend more time with his kids. The actor suffered a brain aneurysm Feb. 18 at his Los Angeles home and died in his sleep Friday at a hospital in Burbank, California, his manager said. Competing against coaches like [Youngs] Tyrone Slaughter, Mike Oliver at Curie and Nick Irvin [at Morgan Park] just gave us a different vibe, Smith said. Smith, 50, is 480-92 heading into his final season. When the third quarter began and Smiths Simeon boys basketball team didnt receive the ball to start he called over the officials, questioned the scorebooks accuracy and pleaded his case something was amiss. Rankings from AP poll. Smith has been head coach at Simeon for over 19 years, succeeding the legendary Bob Hambric and has coached NBA stars such as Derrick Rose, Jabari Parker, Talen Horton-Tucker, Kendrick Nunn and more. Chicago Simeon head coach Robert Smith (far right) yells from the sidelines. Illinois high school boys basketball: IHSA rankings, postseason brackets, stats leaders, schedules and scores . But if you earned the trust of Smith and it would take time for the few who did, especially in the early years of his coaching career he would let you in. Smith has a career record of 480-92 with six state championships. St. Paul school district hosts meeting on campus safety after fatal stabbing at Harding High Wolves pick up much-needed victory, 108-101 over Clippers As it has so often since he took over the Simeon program in 2004, history turned Smiths way. 35-12 (L) Simeon vs. Crete-Monee On 11/5, the Simeon varsity football team lost their neutral playoff game against Crete-Monee (Crete, IL) by a score of 35-12 . "To go out on top?" Smith made his debut as Simeons coach in 2004, the same night Derrick Rose made his for Simeon. Photos by @acphoto22. On 2/1, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their home non-conference game against Catalyst-Maria (Chicago, IL) by a score of 81-43. Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. The Trevians, however, graduated four of five starters, including all-area performer Jackson Munro. Richard Barron led St. Ignatius to 50-43 victory against Fenwick. It was sold out at Curie, and no one came to see me, Smith said. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Key Illinois high school baseball Week 10 games, computer rankings, stat leaders, schedules & scores - live & final. This was a team that was ranked in the preseason and had visions of playing in Champaign. CHICAGO (CBS) The most successful boys high school basketball coach in Illinois history is getting set to step down. Simeon was always a great reminder that keeping it simple and structured can lead to high-level success. Here's an overview of the eight contenders. I've spent the last 24 years giving all my attention to other people's kids," Smith told Michael O'Brien of the Chicago Sun Times. Collinsville played Chicago Simeon in the final game of the OFallon Shootout on Saturday February 8, 2020. This was all accomplished with one of the current top five senior prospects in the country, 6-9 Matas Buzelis, leaving the Hinsdale Central program following his sophomore year. Simeon (29-3) vs. Mount Carmel (27-6) With four losses in the final seven games of the regular season, there were some who were prepared to write an early postseason obituary for Mount Carmel. Hinsdale Central, now 28-3 on the season, hasnt lost since mid-December and is riding a 20-game winning streak. It wasnt just city and state championships. He is survived by a son, Robert Jr.; a daughter, Robyn; and a brother, Arthur. But he took over for a legendary coach [Bob Hambric] and not only sustained the success but clearly surpassed it.. We talk to each other at least two or three times a week. Simeon All Access: Study halls, educational experiences part of road trips for Simeon basketball team Subscriber Services (Opens in new window) Subscribe here (Opens in new window) Simeon carries themselves the right way. For better or worse. The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. The Class B Oklahoma high school boys basketball state tournament is set for Thursday, Friday and Saturday at State Fair Arena. . You can't just be a regular high school coach for those guys.
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