In the days leading up to his IU coaching debut, Mike Woodson didnt let his excitement show. 15 Indiana men's basketball had some momentum for perhaps the first time all night, junior guard Trey Galloway found himself guarding junior forward Kris Murray on the perimeter. Yes, I had to do my homework and due diligence on the player. We left our game in West Lafayette, Woodson said. Boys & Girls Club T-Shirt (Medium) $ 12.00. (AP) Indiana Hoosiers coach Mike Woodson is expected to return to the sideline Saturday night for a crucial Big Ten contest against Ohio State. Thirty minutes into the first day of practice, Fitzsimmons had to leave the gym. WASHINGTON - The Supreme Court's conservative wing signaled deep skepticism Tuesday over President Joe Biden's plan to wipe away $400 billion in student loan debt, suggesting the administration may have overstepped its authority by creating a program estimated to benefit more than 40 million . At least once a week there is great news about the direction of the program. Storms arrive late. - Indiana coach Mike Woodson said on his weekly radio show with Don Fischer on Monday night that senior point guard Xavier Johnson will not play on Tuesday against Iowa. New Indiana men's basketball coach Mike Woodson, right, is handed his old IU jersey by Athletic Director Scott Dolson on Monday morning after he was introduced as leader of the program with. When Tuesday finally came, Woodson kept the same composure. Sandfort knocked in his fifth 3-pointer with 1:26 left to extend Iowas margin to 25 and punctuated the play with a demonstrative kiss aimed at the Indiana student section. Why give up the glitz and the glamor of the sports' highest league to instead recruit and coach a bunch of 18 to 22-year-olds? Knight, is surrounded by former players and staff during a ceremony with the Indiana players of the 1980 Big Ten championship team the halftime of an NCAA college basketball game, Saturday, Feb. 8, 2020, in Bloomington, Ind. I relate to those guys. He averaged 21.0 points during his junior season and helped lead Indiana to an NIT Championship. So here I am.". Dateline BLOOMINGTON, Ind. I'm just happy that he stayed and knowing that we've got a lot of work on our hands to do to get this turned around.". I thought we had a 2-hour great meeting. Wayne Radford (another former IU player from Indianapolis), I talk about Wayne, but he was one of the first guys that I met at the age of 14. I went in there selling playoffs. I know there were a lot of names surfacing about the job. So he didnt know what he could do (academically). Indiana (20-10, 11-8) concludes the regular season on Sunday at home against Michigan. They're going to be welcome because they deserve that. Emailed daily. But hed need another coach to help him learn how to navigate life as a college student. But at the end of the day, it's relationships, it's talking to people. "So for me, to say that I'm going to bridge the old to the new, I'm bringing (the former players) back. "To me, really there is no in between. "I could have stayed in the NBA, I've lived over half my life in the NBA. And now it has all come full circle for House. "We had our struggles early with that young team. Hed come home to Bloomington, he figured, and work alongside his friend Scott May at a real estate company. My thing was, 'Golly, I just wish they would have given me an opportunity to coach them.'. 15 Indiana will look to keep its roll going at home Tuesday night by . But I'd just won an NBA title. I just wasn't ready to walk away. Click To Watch Free 'NAACP Image Awards 2023' Live Stream. I knew what that high was all about. I was a part of it. Once I got up there and got with Tom (Thibodeau), I was back in my comfort zone. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. But from there he lived in New York, Sacramento, Los Angeles, Houston, Cleveland, Milwaukee, Cleveland again, Philadelphia, Detroit, Atlanta, New York again, Los Angeles again, and New York a third time. I've been on the front end of it, when it was good. That's just the nature of coaching and the nature of sports.". WOODSON:"Again, I didn't come back just to come back and be the coach at Indiana. This article first appeared on FanNation Hoosiers Now and was syndicated with permission. Talking with parents. After starring for Broad Ripple High School, Woodson accepted a scholarship offer to Indiana. It was already set when I came to Indiana University. In his first months as Indianas head coach, Woodson has captivated the fanbase and reignited the program with energy by way of his natural charisma. Asked if his emotions were any different heading into Tuesday than when he coached for a new team in the NBA, Woodson said: I dont know.. The Boston Celtics head coach reportedly turned down the Hoosiers last month before IU eventually hired Mike Woodson as its head basketball coach. ET) The feel-good Coming2Bloomington story of Mike Woodson returning to his alma mater at Indiana as its new basketball coach came to an abrupt ending on Thursday morning when the legendary former Hoosiers star told Sports Illustrated Indiana that he was quitting. Like. He was living in New York City - the most famous city in the world - and decided to move to. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. Copyright 2023 YB Media, LLC. "I have those Cook books. She created and maintained an athletics database to facilitate eligibility, financial aid, and NCAA/Big Ten federal reporting including graduation rates. Because coaching is hard. January 27, 2023. It just doesn't happen. "My thought process was, 'If you were interested in Mike Woodson coming to Indiana University to coach, get on a plane and you come see me or I come see you.' That component hasn't and won't be overlooked by Woodson. That doesnt leave a whole lot of time to go home and do your homework. Photo by Missy Minear/Indiana Athletics. No, Fitzsimmons said. Friday's invite-only (and non-televised) awards dinner will go on as scheduled from L.A. Live Event Deck, a popular event venue located . Club Kid Puzzle $ 5.00. And part of what Knight expected from all of his players was academic success. "So to be able to get an opportunity to come back and coach, something I had been doing for a number of years at the NBA level, it was just like a dream come true because it just doesn't happen that often that a player gets to play college basketball at the highest level you can play it, go pro, go into in coaching and then circle back. "They liked that and they were able to commit to us. Former Hoosier and NBA coach Mike Woodson feels right at home back in Bloomington, returning to Indiana as the team's newest head coach. Other coaches were mentioned, too. BOZICH: When you played at Indiana (from 1976-80), IU was feared as one of the top programs in the country. I've been away from this part of the country, but I've always come back every summer quietly, but people just didn't know that.". "I was a little down because after I gave my coaching speech to all the guys, I sat them down in the locker room and I asked guys to raise their hands that were going to commit to me and this university and this program and my staff. But it lives on forever now thanks to the efforts of his family . BLOOMINGTON, Ind. You figure you get an opportunity to go to college and play college basketball and get an education. "That's important. Woodson, the boy who was hooked on IU basketball after receiving a T-shirt from Knight in grade school and who once couldnt fathom a coaching career, was at the epicenter of the Hoosier basketball world, winning his first career game. "That's kind of how we got Davis. I was just being real. WOODSON:"I'm in the apartment business. Somebodys got to coach the team.. Woodson returned to the Bloomington campus in the spring of 2021 with a vast experiences and knowledge after playing in the NBA for 11 seasons beginning in 1980 and serving as a coach in the league beginning in 1996 for seven NBA franchises, including nine years combined as a head coach with the Atlanta Hawks and New York Knicks. It was as if Woodson had never truly left Indiana, and Indiana never left him. They wanted me to stay on board. I was just waiting and waiting and waiting. Then somebody sent me this book: 'Prepare to Win: A Lesson Learned at Knight School.'". After five games, Woodson suffered a herniated disc in his back and had to undergo surgery. In his first year, Woodson guided the team to a nine-win improvement, an NCAA Tournament win, built the top-rated defense in the Big Ten according to KenPom (22nd, nationally). He was working himself to death, with no time for eloquence. As an assistant, he has worked for greats such as Chris Ford (Bucks), George Karl (Bucks), Larry Brown (76ers and Pistons), Mike DAntoni (Knicks), Doc Rivers (Clippers), and Tom Thibodeau (Knicks). Woodson did not . KRAVITZ: This has little to do with basketball, but you come from a big family and I just wondered how that has shaped you? 247Sports Home; . I'm living in an apartment. For the past three Januarys, the couple have left Chicago and set up house in a Bloomington extended-stay hotel. They knew people that I knew in Atlanta. It is, for a second, worth taking a big picture view of this moment, this night. You have permission to edit this article. Quick brag . I don't need much. A widely-touted "players' coach" dating back to his NBA days, Woodson seemingly knew the right buttons to press at each turn, even if it took longer than some might've hoped. Even through the buzzer in Indianas 68-62 win, one that was closer than it shouldve been, Woodson remained calm. As an NBA head coach with Atlanta (2004-2010) and New York (2011-2014), Woodson saw his teams compile two 50-plus win seasons including a personal high of 54 victories during the 2012-13 season with the Knicks. I had (another back surgery) a couple years ago that really got me back. Share. When you were away, what did you think about what was going on, why it was that way and how it could be fixed? WOODSON: "That we're all going to be back as a family. "And with Archie, before he became the head coach, I got a call about the job. Now I get to make people happy, by writing them a nice letter from coach, and showing them the side of him that I know, House said. Andrew Jackson Smith's remarkable story of valor was almost lost to history. 5 University of Arizona on Dec. 10, and thought his team wasn't tough enough in a loss to Rutgers on Dec. 3. He has worked for ESPN, CBSSports and FOXSports and most recently spent five years at ESPN as a multi-platform basketball insider - on SportsCenter, doing sideline for games, features, 1-on-1 sit-downs and also establishing himself as the pre-eminent news-breaker in college basketball. Indiana blown out by Iowa in worst home loss under Woodson, Northwest Allen County Schools faces backlash following decision to cancel school play, Nixed Carroll High School play to be replaced, superintendent says officials didn't cave to pressure, Indiana at Purdue Wrap-Up: The rivalry belongs to the Hoosiers, Purdue continues scuffling, Stalled Lofts at Headwaters Park project faces cost and contaminants, Board's stubborn focus preventing Philharmonic accord. Woodson stayed in. This connection Woodson and IU basketball started to really take shape when he was in sixth grade. He had the honor of playing for some of the most decorated coaches in league history including Red Holzman (Knicks) Larry Brown (Nets) Cotton Fitzsimmons (Kings); Gene Shue (Clippers), Don Chaney (Clippers and Rockets). Watch as Indiana coach Mike Woodson met with the media following a 90-68 loss to Iowa on Tuesday in Bloomington. You've got a Herman B Wells book. But Murray answered with a 3-pointer, starting a string of eight consecutive made baskets for the Hawkeyes, at the end of which they led 61-40. Because Coach Knight took a chance on me as a player. "It's just, I've been coaching so long it's just what I do, so I feel comfortable being back here. Homes - Celebrity - Sports - Basketball Links: en . Woodson, left, has worked with some top NBA coaches including his time as an assistant for Doc Rivers with the Clippers. In fact, it is one of many aspects of Woodsons very public career she revels in. And when Chester Woodson passed away in 1971, a 13-year-old Michael Dean Woodson followed suit he put his head down and got work. I just didnt like how the process was going when they wanted to talk with me, Woodson said. Want to thank you, Woodson said in his opening remarks when he was introduced as the new IU head coach in March. "Unfortunately we've had our ups and downs over the years but I'm still there rooting. I really needed a laugh early this morning, and I hope you got one, too. Knight gave him a shirt reading Indiana University. Later, Knight said, when Woodson was a senior in high school, hed follow up. (AP) Kris Murray scored 26 points, Tony Perkins flirted with the first triple-double in Iowa history and the Hawkeyes beat No. So I don't know if it's ever really lost its brand. Trey Galloway scored five quick points to help the Hoosiers cut the deficit to 21-18, but Iowa responded with a 13-2 spurt that included a pair of 3s from Payton Sandfort. He, Gayle (Cook's wife) and Carl, his son, all these years, about 40 years, I've had a relationship with that family. He had already endeared himself with the fanbase during his four-year IU playing career in the 1980's, and his return back to where it all started only strengthened that implicit trust and loyalty. I was wishing every coach that was here that they would have success. "I think what has helped me is I've had relationships with people in my NBA world all these years. I dont want no part of coaching.. Stays mild with some sun. He grew up in inner-city Indianapolis and then spent four years in Bloomington as a great player for Bob Knight. He gave me his blessings to do that. That's what we did over the years. (AP Photo/Frank Franklin II, File), Former Indiana basketball head coach Bobby Knight, center, makes his first appearance at Indiana University since his dismissal in September of 2000. And Jim Dolan, the Knicks' owner, that's the only guy that I had to go face to get out of this deal. On Tuesday morning, Woodson talked with Bob Kravitz of The Athletic; Gregg Doyel of the Indianapolis Star and me for more than 30 minutes. See also: Three keys, highlights, final stats. Instead, they're askinghow far can he take them? Boys & Girls Club Beverage Tumbler $ 13.00. Woodson was the 1980 Big Ten Player of the Year and NABC All-American as a senior in leading the Hoosiers to a conference title and a berth in the NCAA Tournaments Sweet Sixteen. Boys & Girls Club T-Shirt (Large) $ 12.00. But I just didn't like the fact that when I got that call, they wanted to do an interview over the phone. I'm new at this. I'm going to try to do the best job that I can possibly do to get us back on top.". ), Woodson said that he drove over to Bob Knight's house and sat down for a visit. BLOOMINGTON - Trayce Jackson-Davis set Indiana's career rebounds record Tuesday night. Below is the full transcript. This time, it was IU that didnt show the level of interest Woodson hoped for. Above is the full Q&A. So Woodson went out to Phoenix, Arizona, for his first coaching job. (AF) (Sorry, TJD, just had to do it. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. And I honestly thought I could help him make the next move to the big leagues. Talked about personal things from both sides. WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. His teacher, though, covered the cost and Woodson proceeded to win a three-on-three tournament. What do you want people to say about the culture that you're going to establish? I've been here my whole life.". And maybe I was nave and foolish to even go into Atlanta, knowing that we had gutted the whole team and started over with 18-, 19- and 20-year-old kids. Four weekends ago, I was back home in Fort Wayne, Indiana, to surprise my little sister at her show choir competition. House went from helping Woodson find his voice more than 40 years ago, to now often being his voice. There's no way in hell they should not be a part of this program and in a grand way, too. That Mike Woodson had his head down, focused on the task at hand. (The Hawkeyes) had their way, doing everything they wanted to do. I was the head coach in (Atlanta). Getty Images. No longer are fans and pundits askingwhy? He also averaged 12.2 points in 13 career Playoff games over five post-seasons. "I'm not selling it any differently here as the head coach at Indiana University. House was Woodson's tutor at Indiana during his playing days, and with her help he became the first person from his family to earn a college degree. All rights reserved. BLOOMINGTON, Ind. Scattered storms (a few could be severe), mainly in Kentucky, BLOOMINGTON, IN - MARCH 29, 2021 - Head Coach Mike Woodson of the Indiana Hoosiers and Indiana Hoosiers Vice President and Director of Athletics Scott Dolson during a press conference in Bloomington, IN. (AF), Big cities, big fun. You've got to find players and people around you that believe in what you do. Man, Woodson responded. In 1996, he got his first assistant coaching job with the Milwaukee Bucks, which eventually led him to become an assistant coach under Larry Brown for the 2004 NBA champion Detroit Pistons. Here was Woodson, a 63-year-old with no collegiate coaching experience, walking the sidelines on the court that he last played on 41 years ago. Mike Woodson has named Anitra House as assistant to the head coach. "But I blossomed as a player. I couldn't sell it no other way when I went to Atlanta. "I'm going to do a lot of things to make sure they're involved in what we've doing here at Indiana University and this program.". BOZICH: One of the biggest recruiting wins you had was getting Trayce Jackson-Davis back for his junior year. He led the Hoosiers to the Big Ten Tournament semifinals for the first time since 2003 and helped three players earn All-Big Ten status including Trayce Jackson-Davis, Race Thompson and Xavier Johnson. "You guys, you write about it, but until you sit in that seat and have to experience it on a day-to-day basis, it's tough. He taught me how to be a man on and off the floor.. So I pretty much got a late start. I go to 29 different (arenas) to play NBA basketball, and IU is all over the place. Woodson accepted. Indiana head coach Mike Woodson speaks with the media after the Hoosiers' midweek matchup with Iowa. Woodson approached her to join his staff just weeks after taking the job. KRAVITZ: Was it a different feeling when you got this job than previous jobs in the pros? LOUISVILLE, Ky. (WDRB) Mike Woodson has beenthe Indiana University men's basketball coach for less than two months but has already reshaped the roster, completed his staff and set goals for the 2021-22 season. Scott May (former IU All-American) has been down here for many, many years. ''His voice is so cool,'' the Bluebird guys said, ''that we could probably sell out the place even if he was just reading the phone book.'' How Mike Woodson met Anitra House Two things you have to know about Mike Woodson: his humble upbringing, and his rich loyalty. "He walked out of that meeting and he came back and he said, 'Hey, coach, I'm on board.'. "That," IU coach Mike Woodson said postgame, mincing zero words, "was a bullshit performance He pushed me and he put me in the best position to be successful. "My ties have always been in Bloomington. Boys & Girls Club T-Shirt (Small) $ 12.00. "It hasn't changed. During his coaching career, Woodson would quietly come back to Bloomington whenever he could. You've got an old Branch McCracken book. The athletic department said Friday in a news release that Woodson . It was just a full meltdown of our defensive game plan, Jackson-Davis said. Indiana coach Mike Woodson gestures during the first half of the team's NCAA college basketball game against Iowa, Tuesday, Feb. 28, 2023, in Bloomington, Ind. (AF) (We all concur on that one.). He needed to spend all that time on basketball, because look at what basketball has brought to him. There was a time when "Siri, call Lindsey's cell'' actually didn't work. And I've been on the back end of it, when it was bad. Mike Woodson isn't a stranger to Indiana or Bloomington, that much was clear when he took the Hoosiers head coaching gig last spring. Murray, with Galloway's hand in his face, pulled up and drained the 3-pointer over his defender. "I started at the top with Davis. She got papers from Bloomington, Indianapolis, South Bend, Lafayette, Muncie, Evansville, Richmond, Martinsville, Bedford, French Lick, Paoli, Spencer and Clay City and it was THE SAME STORY in every paper.'' But for all of his success in his first season at the helm of the Hoosiers, there were still plenty of learning curves -- whether in the public eye or not. "So I've gone through the struggles, too, just like a lot of Indiana University basketball fans. "When I lost my dad at the age of 13, I had to grow up, quickly. I get it. He said the same about his own team after the . Late in the second half of a game against Michigan State on Saturday, McCaffery stared down Big Ten official Kelly Pfeifer for at least 20 seconds soon after receiving a technical foul. Its nice.. 5 Purdue in what Jackson-Davis called probably the best victory weve had.. I just kind of quietly went about my business as a coach and I was still able to come back here and be a part of Indiana University. 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