Won two gold medals with USA Basketball. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Steele retired all six Padres batters he faced, then headed to the bullpen to throw 25 more pitches. Pocket. The Westcott building on Normal Avenue was occupied by the Calumet High School until 1926. 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) All the best players wanted to come to Simeon because of Coach Rob, Parker said. Here's an overview of the eight contenders. Simeon coach Robert Smiths storybook ending was slipping away Saturday. There is a reason Heidkamp is a two-time City/Suburban Hoops Report Coach of the Year winner. The address was changed from 8235 S. Vincennes Ave. to 8147 S. Vincennes Ave. FORT MYERS, Fla. Simeon Woods Richardson had already been traded twice before his 21st birthday, going from the Mets to the Blue Jays as part of the deal for Marcus Stroman in . Vashon played Chicago Simeon in the OFallon Shootout at OFallon High School in OFallon, IL on Saturday February 4, 2023. . Simeon (Chicago) 29-3: 19.9: 2: Benet Academy (Lisle) 31-1: 16.4: 3: SHGHS (Springfield) 30-3: 15.4: 4: . 2 sectional seed. Carmel (Chicago, IL) by a score of 70-47. Statistics are submitted to MaxPreps by coaches, athletic directors or program personnel. Meet the Team. 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 . [Smith] trusted his players, thats what was special about him, Parker said. That's about as much as Robert Smith celebrates, he isn't the jumping around type. [Smith] deserved it, Griffith said. Retiring Simeon coach Robert Smith surpassed 500 career wins, spent most of the season ranked No. One possession in a basketball game doesnt necessarily mean anything. Smiths last team at Simeon will be strong. The most recent was the Class 4A crown in 2012-13 which was the fourth consecutive championship for the Wolverines. Basketball; Football; HOME 3-7 AWAY 3-5 NEUTRAL 5-5. Oswego East has been a fixture in the top 25 all season and settled in as the No. 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. 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. This is what it is about, everyone supporting these kids. Here's an overview of the eight contenders. Twitter Water Polo: Schedule Water Polo: Roster Water Polo: News Basketball Basketball: Twitter Basketball: Schedule Basketball: . McDonald's All-American. On 2/22, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Solorio (Chicago, IL) by a score of 97-32. That's what makes it so special. The Red Devils began the season unranked and have climbed into the top 10. Smith, who is Simeons athletic director, will hand the head-coaching job over to Flowers, Roses good friend and former teammate. When asked about his favorite memory, a couple involving Rose and Parker stood out. (Allen Cunningham/For the Sun-Times) The best teams are analyzed and the top players are talked about all season long. But we are going to win a state championship. Collinsville played Chicago Simeon in the final game of the OFallon Shootout on Saturday February 8, 2020. Hes probably the only person that has a winning record against me, Smith said with a smile. Robert Smith goes out on top: Simeon beats Kenwood in OT to win the city title, 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. 2 Benet squeaked past Geneva 35-34, and Kenwood beat Brother Rice 72-67. 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. 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. But thats what having a seasoned pro on the bench will do for you. 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. 27. He decided to return to Simeon instead and watched the Ramblers head to the Final Four. The Class B Oklahoma high school boys basketball state tournament is set for Thursday, Friday and Saturday at State Fair Arena. 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. We've nearly reached the conclusion of the regular season with the biggest games yet to . Revealing the high school basketball coach of the year candidates, 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. Hynes, a Marist graduate who was an assistant under former coach Gene Nolan from 2007-2018, has revitalized the program. The 500th win was a nice addition to a resume that includes seven Chicago Public League championships and six state titles at Simeon. Simeon was always a great reminder that keeping it simple and structured can lead to high-level success. The only thing I didnt get a chance to do is to win a national championship, and thats because the [Illinois High School Association] wont allow us to compete for that.. Last chance! There wasnt any fake or forced bravado. Simeon All Access: Administrators, parents, coaches search for answers in wake of shooting death of 17-year-old Morgan Park student Tyrone Lawson after a Morgan Park Simeon basketball game at . ''Out here, very few go on to play Division I basketball,'' he says. Latorre has led this senior-dominated group to the best season the program has had in 25 years. He checked off the final box on his coaching to-do list with the Wolverines' win over Brooks, Smith's 500th win as a head coach. Smith went out on top, at least in the Public League. There wasnt extra stress, Rubin said. 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. Upload it here. I wanted to have the most state and city championships, and Ive done that. St. Rose basketball falls to powerhouse Roselle Catholic, 68-59, in state final. 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. On 2/4, the Simeon varsity basketball team lost their neutral non-conference game against Vashon (St. Louis, MO) by a score of 56-46. Simeon Coaches' Directory. We talk to each other at least two or three times a week. Its more than what is to come this season and where Simeon goes from here. And they generally always played with such pride. In that time hes guided Chicagos Wolverines to seven city championships and a state-record six state championships. If you know who the head coach is, invite them to join MaxPreps so they can manage the team's roster, schedule, scores, stats and more. Anderson is the sixth recipient of the Mr . This is the second title-game appearance for the Broncos, who lost to Simeon in 2016 as well. His team buckled down defensively in overtime, not allowing Kenwood a field goal. So that actually took a lot of pressure off of me.. 2014 - 20162 years. Ben Wilson with Simeon coach Bob Hambric (left) in November of 1984. This is only our second time playing each other. Key Illinois high school baseball Week 10 games, computer rankings, stat leaders, schedules & scores - live & final. He made sure that we were confident. File Photo by Kirsten Stickney. The Wolverines play unselfishly and disciplined, thanks to Smiths ideals and values of what team basketball should look like. But what a job Velasquez has done this season in keeping the Wolves relevant and among the top teams in the area. In his second season as head coach, Hynes has taken a mix of seniors and promising young players and the blend has resulted in one of the biggest surprises of the season. 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. Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. THE HISTORY OF SIMEON / WESTCOTT HIGH SCHOOL. We all have one more year to enjoy it and to celebrate the most successful high school coach in state history. On 2/3, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their home non-conference game against Clark (Chicago, IL) by a score of 78-41. A rock solid senior group, which included four key players, departed. But it was just a comfort level he had started to feel in knowing he would be fine if he wasnt coaching the most iconic basketball program in state history. There was a problem saving your notification. The accolades are endless and the resume is, quite honestly, unlike any other in high school basketball when it comes to state championships and appearances, along with the individual talent hes produced. You have permission to edit this article. We came out here and accomplished our goal. Latest Updates. More:Wisconsin Lutheran moves back to the top of the boys basketball rankings; Oak Creek's Izaac Neal, Cedarburg honored. On 2/9, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their away conference game against Curie (Chicago, IL) by a score of 64-60. Smith was always handing out compliments to the very few teams that did manage to beat his and to players that deserved it. No other coach in state history has won more than four state titles. 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. Simeon will face Hillcrest on Monday in the UIC Supersectional. Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. PF 1119 PA 1294 STREAK 1L. Simeon coach Robert Smith, the most successful boys high school basketball coach in state history, will retire after next season. CENTRALIA, Ill. East St. Louis senior Macaleab Rich can be a little stubborn at times. 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. More family time was at the forefront, including being able to watch his youngest, Rob Jr., play more. The conversations with him over the past few years led you to believe he was taking it year by year. Interviewed after the 1984 championship, Ben Wilson said of Mr. Hambric: "We do things his way, because he's right.". This was a team that was ranked in the preseason and had visions of playing in Champaign. The Amateur Athletic Union (AAU) has played a big role since the 1980s. Simeon coach Robert Smith cheers his team on against Curie in 2018. Smith said it's the trust of the parents to send their kids to Simeon that has allowed him to be so successful. "He upstarted my career on a national level, because he was a top five player in the country and everybody wanted to see," Smith said. The Role of the AAU. The school name was changed from Simeon Vocational High School in September of 1998 to Simeon Career Technical Academy. Simeon coach Robert Smith watches as the Wolverines play Kenwood. Did you hear his praise of Glenbard West over the past 12 months? But this was positive. Illinois high school football playoff brackets, schedule, computer rankings, statewide stat leaders and scores - live and final. St. Ignatius, Grayslake Central and Marmion were the other local teams advancing to Class 3A supersectionals. But for Benet to put together a 29-1 record? Simeon High School Basketball; Simeon Girls Basketball. Robert Smith swore there was a jump ball. 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. CHICAGO (CBS) The most successful boys high school basketball coach in Illinois history is getting set to step down. He never wavered from high standards that stressed teamwork over individual glory, and the boys who played for him learned to accept his rules or go elsewhere. For better or worse. Simeon and Kenwood are both top contenders in the state playoffs. Playing for Smith and Simeon absolutely means something to the players in this program, both present and past. 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. 2 in 1989. Rose and . 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. Kenwood guard Dai Dai Ames drained a dagger three-pointer at the top of the key to tie the game. Roundup of Missouri boys basketball postseason games based on stats reported by each team. 8. People think we dont like each other, but that isnt the case. Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. I wanted 500 wins, and hopefully I can get that next year. He understands basketball and is good with the kids.. It has been great despite the results. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. 2023 IHSA Boys Basketball State Championships (Illinois) Class 3A, Photos: Simeon vs. Vashon (Bank of O'Fallon Shootout). The Broncos fans went wild. "I watched some other guys stick around too long. PG Sr. 5' 10" 160 lbs. But there are so many coaches who have already helped their teams exceed preseason predictions or reach the high expectations placed on them. The Wolverines had led by 20 to start the fourth quarter, but the city championship was going to overtime. Guards Sam Lewis and Jalen Griffith each scored 11. The Red Devils have nearly always been competitive under Latorre. Fax. Simeon basketball coach Robert Smith will retire after next season Robert Smith, the most successful boys high school basketball coach in state history, is closing in on 500 wins and has a record . 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That resonated with his players and assistant coaches. Velasquez did welcome back a Division I talent in the versatile Mekhi Lowery. Hinsdale Central, now 28-3 on the season, hasnt lost since mid-December and is riding a 20-game winning streak. By Joe Henricksen. 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. 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More than that, he was respected and liked. Along the way we at times forget about those leading them: the coaches. On January 24, 2023, Simeon Coach Robert Smith made history, securing his 500th career win in boys high school basketball. Evan Kanellos made the winning free throw with five seconds left. He was a power forward for the high school's basketball team in the mid-2000s that behind Derrick Rose won back-to-back state championships under longtime . Oswego East is at the top of the Southwest Prairie Conference yet again. All those massive wins on big stages? Boys Basketball *Corey Bradford. Simeon coach Robert Smith coaches from the sidelines at far left. Ive spent the last 24 years giving all my attention to other peoples kids.. More:Here are Wisconsin high school basketball scores for Friday, Jan. 20 . Me and Coach Smith are like family, Irons said. "I just thought it was time," he said. (Ed Wagner, Jr., Chicago Tribune) 1979-80. The fall following his championship season, Mr. Hambric had to deal with the slaying of his center and the top prep player in the nation, Ben Wilson, who was fatally shot near Simeon. Simeon Career Academy773-535-3200. Simeon coach Robert Smith coaches from the sidelines at far left. "I love Simeon," Smith said. He was always pretty private. Millions of high-quality images, video, and music options are waiting for you. The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. Tim Flowers is sort of a son of Simeon. The highly-successful and respected Houston didnt miss a beat. Simeon High School Basketball; JV; Simeon JV Basketball. Sport *Dante Culbreath (head) Football *Dennis Butler . Senior Wes Rubin sealed it with a dunk and Simeon beat Kenwood 72-64 at Credit Union 1 Arena to win the city title . Any list of greatest high school basketball coaches needs to include Stu Vetter, who led two different schools to national titles Flint Hill Academy in 1987 and St. John's Catholic Prep in 1988. . . Flowers is currently an assistant coach at Simeon. 1 team. Simeon never had a losing season during Smith's tenure as Smith amassed a record of 480-92 with six state championships and seven Public League titles in 18 seasons. But with a legendary coach like Smith, its so much more than the immediate retirement or why hes calling it a career. Michael Gulledge, Special to STLhighschoolsports.com, Collinsville guard Cawhan Smith (left) dribbles downcourt as he is closely guarded by Simeon player Jaylen Drane. DeAndre Craig led the Caravan (27-7) with 13 points. While state tournament runs put together by their teams do matter, there are a number of Coach of the Year candidates throughout the area.