The fashion and costume designer Bob Mackie, whose glittering creations have been worn by Cher, Dolly Parton, Tina Turner and Miley Cyrus, has died at age 87, according to his social accounts.
"It is with a heavy heart that we share the news that Mr. Bob Mackie passed away today. He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do," read a post on his Instagram account. "His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
Mackie became known for his glamorous designs after collaborating with Cher, dressing her on television and on tour. He also served as the costume designer for "The Carol Burnett Show," responsible for Burnett's entire wardrobe. Nicknamed the Sultan of Sequins, the Rajah of Rhinestones and the Guru of Glitter, Mackie's ostentatious, flattering looks became instantly recognizable over the course of his career. His popularity continued into the modern day, with his archive coveted by a new generation of stars.
For his stage and screen work, Mackie has been awarded nine Emmys, an induction into the Television Academy Hall of Fame and three Academy Award nominations. In 1999, he received a retrospective at the Museum at FIT. More recently, he won a Tony Award for the musical "The Cher Show" and a lifetime achievement award by the Council of Fashion Designers of America.
Fern Mallis, former executive director of CFDA and founder of New York Fashion Week, credited him with many of the red carpet trends we continue to see today.

#costume #show #academy #television

NEW YORK (AP) — Bob Mackie, the fashion designer whose visually provocative Hollywood style defined glamour for the 1970s — including putting Carol Burnett in some of her kookiest getups and Cher in her raciest ones — died Monday. He was 87.
"He lived his 87 years to the fullest, fulfilling his dream of being a Fashion and Costume Designer, which is all he ever wanted to do," a read statement on his social media accounts. "His genius and extraordinary designs will live on forever, continuing to bring beauty into this world."
Dubbed the "Designer to the Stars," Mackie won nine Emmy Awards, a Tony Award and was nominated for three Oscars, including one for Barbra Streisand's "Funny Lady," in which she wore a sheer batwing gown. He was inducted into the Academy of Television Arts & Science's Hall of Fame in 2002.
He designed gowns for Madonna, Barbra Streisand, Sharon Stone, Diana Ross and Julia Louis-Dreyfus, and concert costumes for Pink. When Marilyn Monroe delivered a breathy, seductive take on "Happy Birthday" at a fundraiser for President John F. Kennedy and the Democratic National Committee, she did it in a sheer, beaded gown that Mackie dreamed up in a sketch.
His influence can be seen in the styles of Kendall Jenner and Bella Hadid. His archival pieces are worn today by the likes of Anya Taylor-Joy, Miley Cyrus and Zendaya, the latter who wore a Mackie gown to honor Cher at the 2024 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction ceremony. When Taylor Swift wanted to look like a showgirl on the cover of her 2025 album "The Life of a Showgirl," she turned to some Mackie originals.

#fame #fashion #showgirl

Former Cincinnati Reds great Joey Votto reacted to former St. Louis Cardinals catcher Yadier Molina's induction into the team's Hall of Fame by tweeting, "Class player. Class franchise."
Votto still played for the Reds in 2022 when he tweeted minutes before the start a series finale against the Cardinals at Great American Ball Park and called for "appreciation for the experience of competing against Cards icons" Molina and Albert Pujols.
Pujols was inducted alongside Molina into the Cardinals' Hall of Fame.
Molina and former Reds second baseman Brandon Phillips were the principals in a memorable Reds-Cardinals brawl in August 2010.

#reds #great

The Tennessee ******* ans have wrapped up on-field work ahead of their Week 1 matchup with the New York Jets. But unfortunately, some of the weekend's celebrations have been postponed. On Friday afternoon, the ******* ans announced that, due to "unforeseen circumstances," they are postponing running back Chris Johnson's induction into the franchise Ring of Honor.
While the ******* ans did not give any further details, they did release a statement:
Due to unforeseen circumstances, Chris Johnson and his family are no longer able to travel to Nashville for this Sunday's game. Knowing how much he and his family desire to be in person at Nissan Stadium for his induction into the ******* ans Ring of Honor, we will postpone the official induction ceremony and look forward to celebrating the moment with them at a future date.
Sunday's halftime ceremony will remain dedicated to celebrating Chris' incredible on-field achievements and legacy with our team. Our thoughts, along with those of ******* ans fans everywhere, remain with Chris and his wife, Brittany.
Statement from the Tennessee ******* ans pic.twitter.com/TekLO2MU5D

#Titans #chris #induction

The Tennessee ***** ans will still commemorate halftime of Sunday's season opener to "CJ2K," but the team announced Friday that it's postponing Chris Johnson's Ring of Honor induction ceremony.
Because of "unforeseen circumstances," Johnson and his family are no longer able to travel to Nashville for the Week 1 game between the ***** ans and the New York Jets, the ***** ans said in a statement.
Johnson is battling ALS, a diagnosis he revealed in June.
"Knowing how much he and his family desire to be in person at Nissan Stadium for his induction into the ***** ans Ring of Honor, we will postpone the official induction ceremony and look forward to celebrating the moment with them at a future date," the statement continues.
"Sunday's halftime ceremony will remain dedicated to celebrating Chris' incredible on-field achievements and legacy with our team. Our thoughts, along with those of ***** ans fans everywhere, continue to be with Chris and his wife, Brittany."

#Titans #induction

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The company is taking a selective approach to acquisitions and partnerships, having invested about $20 billion in roughly 30 transactions while increasing annual R&D spending toward $10 billion. Management maintained its outlook for high-single-digit annual revenue growth through the decade.
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Crowe UK, an audit, tax, advisory and consulting practice, has welcomed 96 trainees as part of its 2026 intake.
The recruits will be based in Cheltenham, Kent, Manchester, London, the Midlands and the Thames Valley.
They will join teams covering tax, corporate audit, business advisory and accounting, social purpose and non-profit audit, and financial reporting.
According to a statement, the trainees will complete an induction programme during their first weeks at the company.
The induction programme is designed to introduce the new employees to Crowe's culture, values and working practices. It will also help the new starters connect with colleagues across the business.

#business #programme #cheltenham

This year's Week 1 matchup for Ohio State wasn't nearly as exciting as last year's, but the Buckeyes came out on top either way. With the TBDBITL alumni in attendance, Ohio State honored Jim Tressel with his Ring of Honor induction and got a dominant, narrative-forming win over the Ball State Cardinals. From established Heisman Trophy candidates making their case to new faces showing what they can do, Ohio State's 2026 season is off to an impressive start.
After Malachi Toney lit up Stanford on Friday, all eyes were going to be on Jeremiah Smith and what he does against a low-end MAC program. When the dust settled, Smith did everything he needed to do in the first half. In total, he hauled in eight passes for 151 yards and two touchdowns. If that seems blah, it's his 12th 100-yard game, and seventh multi-touchdown game in his storied career.
With that, he moved closer to owning the Ohio State triple crown of records. He now sits 35 receptions, 190 yards, and seven touchdowns away from sitting atop the leaderboards in all three categories.
It was another dominant game from the player widely considered among the best in the country. His first catch was a 48-yard touchdown in which he pinned the ball to his facemask with just his right hand. There is plenty of great football in his near future; that's for sure.
If there is anything to nitpick in a ridiculously lopsided affair, it'll be the performance of a couple of first-year players.

#ohio #first #smith #ball

Jason Kelce admitted he dislikes his beardless look and reflected on his college grooming habits on his podcast
He revealed he used to trim his eyebrows with a razor, leaving them thin and shapeless
His wife, Kylie Kelce, joked she's never seen his chin and believes their daughters would cry if he shaved his beard
Jason Kelce is the first to admit that his look has evolved through the years.
While discussing his recent induction into the Cincinnati Bearcats Hall of Fame, Jason, 38, and his brother, Travis Kelce, looked back on some photos from the retired NFL star's college years on the Wednesday, Sept. 2, episode of their New Heights podcast.

#college #podcast #kylie

Congrats to Broc on a long history of success, both on and off the track.
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Six-time AMA Motocross National Champion and longtime Dunlop leader to receive prestigious honor during Sept. 10 induction ceremony
RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CA – Dunlop Motorcycle Tires is proud to celebrate longtime member of the Dunlop family and Senior Manager of Off-Road Racing Broc Glover, who will be honored as an AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Legend during the 2026 AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Sept. 10 at the Event Center at Violet Woods in Pickerington, Ohio.
Already inducted into the AMA Motorcycle Hall of Fame in 2000, Glover joins a select group of Hall of Famers to receive Legend status, a distinction reserved for individuals whose accomplishments and influence have extended well beyond the category for which they were originally inducted.

#dunlop #ceremony

NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND - AUGUST 28: Inductee Roger Federer of Switzerland receives his ITHF blazer during the Fit for Fame of the International Tennis Hall of Fame 2026 Induction Ceremony on August 28, 2026 in Newport, Rhode Island. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/ITHF/Getty Images)
Roger Federer was inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame today, along with tennis commentator Mary Carillo. Federer gave an emotional and tearful speech during his induction ceremony in Newport, Rhode Island.
He enters the Hall of Fame while several players from his era are in the main draw of the 2026 U.S. Open.
Since retiring in 2022, Federer has watched Venus Williams, 46, return from inactive to active and Serena Williams, 44, evolve back into tennis. His compatriot Stan Wawrinka, 41, and friend Gael Monfils, who turns 40 on September 1, are retiring this year, but are also playing in the U.S. Open.
WEEHAWKEN, NJ - AUGUST 25: Drones form the likeness of tennis player Roger Federer in front of the skyline of lower Manhattan and One World Trade Center in New York City on the night Federer was honored at the US Open on August 25, 2026, as seen from Weehawken, New Jersey. (Photo by Gary Hershorn/Getty Images)

#rhode #island #hall #open

Tennis legend Billie Jean King presented Mary Carillo for her International Tennis Hall of Fame induction on August 29, 2026.
Carillo was lauded for her preparation including the use of old school black notebooks and her stellar storytelling skills in professional tennis and other sports.
She was celebrated for her ability to let the action speak for itself and knowing when to add her expertise and commentary.
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She started as a player whose career was cut short by bad knees, King said.

#carillo #billie

Roger Federer has always understood the power of a good silhouette. On the court, it was a sharply tailored polo, slim shorts, or a white sneaker; off it, a suit cut close to the body and with a European ease. Now, as he is inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, there's no denying Federer's legacy is one that extends beyond the baseline—and into fashion.
On Saturday, Federer joins the likes of Billie Jean King and John McEnroe in the ITHF, which has been transformed into a living tribute to the 20-time Grand Slam champion. The exhibition, "Tennis, Transcended: Roger Federer's Path to Greatness", traces his rise from promising young player to one of tennis's most accomplished—and fashionable—champions.
Federer visiting Tennis, Transcended: Roger Federer's Path to Greatness.Courtesy of the International Tennis Hall of Fame
The celebration began 48 hours before his induction, at a ****** tail celebration at Newport's grand Marble House, where Federer appeared alongside fellow inductee Mary Carillo to kick off the weekend. Earlier in the day, Federer visited the museum for the first time with his wife, Mirka, and their children, taking in the memorabilia and marveling at the evolution of tennis style—including his own.
"We have a René Lacoste blazer, which he pointed out," says Nicole Markham, the ITHF's curator of collections, who accompanied Federer on his visit. "He was recognizing the evolution of classic style through the generations of tennis. As a player, he's not just there to play the game; he really knows the history."

#tennis #international

Aug. 27—EMERY, S.D. — Once rivals and now consolidated school partners, the communities of Bridgewater and Emery each have longstanding traditions of athletic excellence.
With the introduction of a Bridgewater-Emery Athletics Hall of Fame, the past, present and future generations of greats will be preserved and promoted for the enjoyment of all.
The inaugural Bridgewater-Emery Hall of Fame induction banquet is set for Saturday, Aug. 29, at the Emery Auditorium. A social hour begins at 5 p.m. with the banquet at 6 p.m. and the induction ceremony at 7 p.m. Tickets are $40, and the event will also serve as a fundraiser for Bridgewater-Emery athletics.
The inaugural class of inductees includes Brian Aamlid, Harold Koch and John Rinehart, all of Bridgewater, along with Lee Ibis, Terry Janssen and Steve Arend, all of Emery, plus Heather Wollman, the first inductee representing the Bridgewater-Emery teams. Two teams — Bridgewater 1961 boys basketball and Emery 1950 boys basketball — will also be honored. Individual bios for all inductees can be found at
beathleticshof.com.

#emery #fame #teams

The Slipper Still Fits sat down with the former leader of the Gonzaga Bulldogs from 1997-99, the man who helped orchestrate the name of this website through that magical 1999 Elite Eight run.
Dan Monson is now the head coach of the Eastern Washington Eagles. The 2026-27 group in nearby Cheney, Washington, plays a stacked non-conference slate on the road at the Stanford Cardinals, Oregon Ducks, Oregon State Beavers, Utah Utes, UNLV Runnin' Rebels, Loyola Marymount Lions, and Wyoming Cowboys. Plus, a neutral-site game with the Washington State Cougars in the Spokane Arena for the 509 Classic on Dec. 22. It feels like Monson was taking a page right out of Gonzaga's playbook to schedule heavily in the first half of the season.
He spoke about his recent trip to Springfield, Massachusetts, for Mark Few's Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction, leaving Spokane, Washington, for the Minnesota Golden Gophers job, the current messy state of the NCAA, and learning from his dad, the late great Don Monson, in the Tri Cities.
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#gonzaga #oregon #still #fits

Roger Federer's enduring popularity was on full display as he returned to the court at the US Open, delighting a packed crowd at Arthur Ashe Stadium.
Taking on Andy Roddick before featuring in a star-studded doubles clash, the 20-time Grand Slam champion stole the show with his "Roger Federer: An Icon Returns to New York" exhibition. Among those in attendance were Federer's family and several high-profile tennis stars.
Ahead of his induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame in Newport, Rhode Island, on August 29, Federer arrived at the US Open, a tournament where he enjoyed some of the most memorable moments of his legendary career.
On Tuesday, August 25, the former world No. 1 delighted fans by taking on Roddick, reviving their iconic rivalry 14 years after their last tour-level encounter. Federer enjoyed special support in the crowd for the match, with his parents, Robert and Lynette, wife, Mirka, and twin daughters, Myla Rose and Charlene, as well as twin sons, Leo and Lenny, in attendance.
The tennis world also refused to miss the opportunity to see Federer back on the court, with Alexandra Eala, Casper Ruud, and Felix Auger-Aliassime and his wife, Nina, taking the stands. They were joined by acclaimed songwriter and actor Lin-Manuel Miranda.

#tennis #Roger #roddick #court

On the heels of this year's Naismith Hall of Fame ceremony, Mychal Thompson is calling for a former LA Lakers player to be inducted next. Thompson, however, isn't making a case for himself.
Instead, the two-time NBA champion during the Lakers' "Showtime" era tweeted on Monday that a former teammate of Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant deserves HOF honors.
"OK [Basketball] Halla Fame…Time to Induct Robert Horry…What's the hold up?"
The opinion drew different reactions from fans, with some supporting the idea of Horry getting a Hall of Fame induction and others arguing that he wasn't worthy of one.
One netizen posited the idea that the 2003-04 Lakers would have won the NBA championship had they kept Horry in the lineup, instead of signing Karl Malone. Thompson went on to respond.

#thompson #horry #instead #time

"I think we've seen that tennis has come back and had a bit of a moment over the last couple of years where it's almost like its own fashion category. It's the tennis look," Jessica Pegula, the top ranked American woman in singles, recently told WWD.
Fashion and tennis are certainly linked, and with the U.S. Open just days away, fresh trends that pay homage to the sport, along with looks that have an easy, late-summer style, will be hitting the grounds of the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in droves.
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#style #pegula

The 2026 US Open is upon us. Jannik Sinner, Jack Draper, and Holger Rune are among the injured players unable to compete.
The American men are now 23 years removed from Andy Roddick lifting the 2003 US Open trophy. Every year, tennis fans wonder if this is the year everything changes for the US men.
2026 could be it, and there are several men in position to win it.
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The favorites would be the champions of the key hardcourt tournaments leading into the US Open. Ben Shelton won the ATP 1000 Canadian Open for the second straight year. Taylor Fritz won the ATP 500 Mubadala DC Open.

#sinner

Roger Federer's formal induction into the International Tennis Hall of Fame is scheduled for August 29, 2026 at 6:30 PM EDT.
Tickets for the weekend's events with Federer and fellow inductee player/broadcaster Mary Carillo's induction sold out immediately. However, the ceremony will be televised worldwide on Tennis Channel, Sky Sports, and other international channels.
Details about Federer's induction have been kept quiet. Here is what we can anticipate.
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We expect Federer's parents, Robert and Lynette, his wife Mirka, and children, Myla, Charlene, Leo and Lenny. as well as his longtime agent Tony Godsick and his wife Mary Fernandez to be in the front row for the big event.

#tennis #international #fame #august

Earlier this week, iconic former Boston Celtics head coach Doc Rivers was inducted into the Naismith Memorial Hall of Fame, introduced to the Hoops Hall by a trio of Celtics Hall of Fame players he helped hang Boston's Banner 17 with, Kevin Garnett, Paul Pierce, and Ray Allen.
The Ubuntu-era Celtics were of course one small part of his extraordinary career as a head coach in the ***** ociation. The Chicago, Illinois native had a stop with the Orlando Magic before his arrival in Boston, and stints coaching the Los Angeles Clippers, Philadelphia 76ers, and Milwaukee Bucks after his time with the Celtics.
The folks behind the official "NBA" YouTube channel put together a clip highlighting the ceremony of Rivers being inducted into the Hoops Hall as well as his induction speech in whole for us to enjoy on our own time. Check it out below!
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#head #coach #time

Cher's iconic outfits, spanning decades, have solidified her status as a celebrated style icon.
Signature looks include the 1974 "naked dress" at the Met Gala and crop tops before they were trendy.
In 2024, Cher stunned at the Victoria's Secret Fashion Show and celebrated her Rock & Roll Hall of Fame induction.
There's no denying that Cher has remained a style icon in a league of her own across decades. Rising to fame in the 1960s, fans got their first taste of Cher's extravagant costumes on The Sonny and Cher Show. While it's clear that she's always been a performer, her outfits have been just as captivating and compelling as her vocals.
Beyond the stage, Cher has built a reputation for pushing fashion boundaries, especially on red carpets. From her show-stopping dazzling outfits to her risky sheer, skin-baring styles, Cher is a walking masterclass in how to make a fashion statement guaranteed to get people's attention. And while the musical diva has paved the way for music stars to be seen as fashion icons, she credits her most memorable outfits to her longtime designer, Bob Mackie.

#fame #celebrated #icon

Florida State and the National Football Foundation will honor Peter Warrick and his recent induction into the College Football Hall of Fame during the Seminoles' Oct. 31 game against Clemson at Doak Campbell Stadium.
It's part of the NFF's On Campus Hall of Fame salute. Each electee returns to his respective school to accept an NFF Hall of Fame plaque that will stay on permanent display at the institution, and it gives the home crowd an opportunity to recognize the player.
Warrick was one of the most dynamic players not only in FSU history, but in college football. He played from 1996-99 after redshirting in 1995 and was a two-time consensus All-American. He holds the FSU record for career receiving touchdowns with 32, and he compiled a 45-4 overall record during his time in Tallahassee.
A 1999 National Champion, Warrick's 3,517 career receiving yards were the most in ACC history and ranked second on FSU's all-time list. He also ranked second in program history with 207 receptions, 15 100-yard receiving games and an average of 4.81 receptions per game.
Announced in January as FSU's 12th Hall of Fame electee. He joins his former head coach Bobby Bowden (inducted in 2006) and teammate Warrick Dunn (2024) in the College Football Hall of Fame. FSU's other inductees include Marvin Jones (2022), Terrell Buckley (2019), Derrick Brooks (2016), Deion Sanders (2011), Ron Simmons (2009), Charlie Ward (2006), head coach Darrell Mudra (2000), Fred Biletnikoff (1991) and Ron Sellers (1988).

#history #game

PHOENIX — The Diana Taurasi jerseys were impossible to miss outside Mortgage Matchup Center as Phoenix Mercury fans lined up on the sidewalks Sunday afternoon.
A sea of No. 3s in purple, orange and black filled the crowd as fans excitedly waited to celebrate the player who spent two decades turning a basketball uniform into something more like a citywide identity.
Aug 16, 2026; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Former Phoenix Mercury player Diana Taurasi reacts as she joins the Ring of Honor during a half time ceremony of the WNBA game against the Portland Fire at Mortgage Matchup Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images
Inside the arena, the Mercury leaned into that identity even more. The team placed orange and purple T-shirts with the legend's picture and number on the seats of the lower bowl in preparation for what was to come later on. The energy was part of game day, but also part of a reunion — a celebration of one of the most important figures in Phoenix basketball history.
Taurasi's induction into the Ring of Honor brought plenty of reflection on the accolades she earned, the people she's inspired and the league she helped change. Friends and family also had the opportunity to celebrate the career of a player who meant so much to them. But one important thing that never changed in her 20-year career was the city that stood by her side — Phoenix.

#phoenix

PHOENIX — Diana Taurasi stepped foot on the basketball court at the Mortgage Matchup Center on Sunday, Aug. 16, like she's done so many times throughout her 20-year career in Phoenix.
But this time was different. The Phoenix Mercury's game against Portland Fire doubled as Taurasi's Ring of Honor induction, where her No. 3 jersey was officially retired and hung in the rafters alongside Cheryl Miller, Jennifer Gillom (22), Bridget Pettis (32), Penny Taylor (13) and Michele Timms (7).
"Driving to the game today, I didn't know whether I was going to suit up and play, if it was my funeral or a celebration," Taurasi joked during her induction speech. "It's all of those things and it's amazing. And I wouldn't have it any other way because that's how I live every single day of my life. With every single one of those emotions in this building."
Despite the Mercury's 88-85 loss to the Fire, there was a sense of celebration both before and after the game because of Taurasi, the greatest scorer in WNBA history.
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#phoenix #diana #every

It's been quite a week for Bob Iger.
First, the former Disney CEO managed to buy one of America's most-coveted sports franchises — which wasn't even officially for sale — and today he became a Disney Legend. For those unfamiliar with the honor, it is given to those who have "made a significant impact on the Disney legacy." The equivalent in sports would be induction into the hall of fame or having your number retired. Iger certainly qualifies.
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Aug. 16—SPRINGFIELD, Mass. — Fifteen years before Gonzaga transformed into an undisputed college basketball power, the small Jesuit university in Spokane made a brief flicker on the national stage with a standout point guard from a high school just down the street.
Gonzaga Prep's John Stockton captured WCAC Player of the Year in 1984, earned all-conference honors in consecutive seasons and was selected 16th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 1984 NBA draft. Chances are you know the rest of the story.
Stockton's Naismith Hall of Fame induction call came in 2009, six years after the NBA's all-time ****** ists leader wrapped up a distinguished, record-setting career with the Utah Jazz and 25 years removed from his final game in a Zag uniform.
But would the point guard ever have company in Springfield, Massachusetts? The odds of another Gonzaga induction always seemed low. Lightning usually doesn't strike twice for a midmajor school in a small-market city like Spokane, but Stockton was always willing to make room if somebody else ever came along.
"It's unbelievable and special. What are the chances?" Stockton said Friday, 24 hours before Gonzaga coach Mark Few officially joined him in the pantheon of college and professional basketball as a newly enshrined Hall of Famer. "You look back 30, maybe 40 years ago and you would've never thought any of this could happen. So it's pretty exciting for all of us."

#years #spokane

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Doc Rivers' greatest coaching achievement came when he guided the Boston Celtics to the 2008 NBA championship.
His final accomplishment involving that historic team did not require a clipboard.
Rivers brought Paul Pierce, Kevin Garnett and Ray Allen together as his presenters for Saturday's Naismith Memorial Basketball Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony in Springfield, Mass. Seeing Boston's former Big Three share the stage again carried considerable meaning. Allen's departure for the Miami Heat in 2012 fractured his relationship with several former Celtics teammates, particularly Garnett.
Rivers made it a personal goal to reunite all three players for his induction.

#fame #three

On Saturday, eight individuals and one team achieved basketball immortality. The 2026 Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame class featured Candace Parker, Elena Delle Donne, Chamique Holdsclaw, the USA women's 1996 Olympic gold medal squad, Amar'e Stoudemire, Mike D'Antoni (coach, contributor), Mark Few (coach), Doc Rivers and Joey Crawford (referee). Each of their induction stories was as distinct as the roles they played to grow the game.
Here are some of the best moments from Saturday's induction ceremony.
Draft: 1999 first-round pick (No. 1 pick by Washington Mystics)
Career highlights: Six-time WNBA All-Star, led Tennessee to three straight NCAA ***** les (1996-98), two-time College Player of the Year, 1999 WNBA Rookie of the Year, 2002 WNBA scoring champion, 2000 Olympic gold medalist
From the speech: Having grown up in New York, Holdsclaw shared memories of the support she received from guys she shared courts with, including a fellow future basketball All-Star from her stomping grounds.

#holdsclaw #Gold #coach

Former Phoenix Suns greats Amar'e Stoudemire and Mike D'Antoni delivered their Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame induction speeches on Aug. 15 in Springfield, Massachusetts.
Here's what Stoudemire and D'Antoni said about their time in Phoenix as both received standing ovations at the conclusion of their speeches at Symphony Hall.
"Playing for Phoenix as a rookie was important for me. As a high school player, growing up in Florida, you know, you're going to the NBA, and it's a different world. And to have an organization that understood that and really brought me in, and really molded me as a basketball player, helped me to become who I am today."
A McDonald's All-American who endured an unstable upbringing, Stoudemire had verbally committed to play at Memphis under then head coach John Calipari, but he elected to enter the 2002 NBA Draft.
"I had a pre-draft workout with a couple of teams, worked out in Phoenix. I had a brilliant workout. I felt great about that, and I was drafted ninth to the Phoenix Suns as a high schooler. At that time, Jerry Colangelo was the owner, Bryan Colangelo was GM. Rick Welts was there. So, I was ready to try to take on this journey of the NBA as a high schooler, a true high schooler."

#phoenix #schooler #Suns #d 'antoni