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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. 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. A year ago New Trier finished with a school record 30 wins and reached a sectional championship. His team buckled down defensively in overtime, not allowing Kenwood a field goal. On 2/9, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their away conference game against Curie (Chicago, IL) by a score of 64-60. 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. 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 highly-successful and respected Houston didnt miss a beat. People like to say a lot of negatives about Chicago, Kenwood coach Mike Irvin said. We are building something special over here, Irvin said. We came out here and accomplished our goal. One possession in a basketball game doesnt necessarily mean anything. The Class B Oklahoma high school boys basketball state tournament is set for Thursday, Friday and Saturday at State Fair Arena. Mr. Hambric, 69, died of cancer on Friday, said Marque Riley, Simeon athletic director. Simeon High School Basketball; Basketball Roster; Simeon Basketball Roster. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. He understands basketball and is good with the kids.. Richard Barron led St. Ignatius to 50-43 victory against Fenwick. Coach Robert Smith's farewell tour took a step closer to the Illinois High School Association state finals in Champaign as Simeon eased past Mount Carmel 70-47 on Friday in the final of the . Smith said it's the trust of the parents to send their kids to Simeon that has allowed him to be so successful. Of course there have been many greats to pass through the school during his tenure: Jabari Parker, Kendrick Nunn and Talen Horton-Tucker among others. 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. Kenwood has never won a city title. Simeon coach Robert Smith and senior Jabari Parker embrace after winning the state championship in 2013. Simeon head coach Robert Smith looking on during the 2019 IHSA Class 4A Super-Sectional title game. Statistics are submitted to MaxPreps by coaches, athletic directors or program personnel. The perennial south suburban power lost two Division I prospects in the offseason, both transferring out of the program. and made us make some other plays," Simeon coach Robert Smith said . On 2/7, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their home non-conference game against North Lawndale (Chicago, IL) by a score of 74-54. 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 . PG Sr. 5' 10" 160 lbs. That's about as much as Robert Smith celebrates, he isn't the jumping around type. .036. The Trevians are 27-4 heading into this weeks Central Suburban League regular-season finale with Niles North. The conversations with him over the past few years led you to believe he was taking it year by year. Heck, there is hardly any bravado at all from a coach who could have shown a lot of it. Ames led Kenwood with 22 points and Isaiah Green scored 11 in the fourth quarter to spearhead the comeback. Simeon will face Hillcrest on Monday in the UIC Supersectional. 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 . Hes like a big brother to me.. 1. Boys Basketball *Maurice Brown. The Metamora High School boys basketball team earned its first trip to the state finals in school history with a Class 3A super-sectional victory over Wheaton St. Francis on Monday night in Ottawa. The 2022-23 DePaul Blue Demons men's basketball team represents DePaul University during the 2022-23 NCAA Division I men's basketball season.They are led by second-year head coach Tony Stubblefield and play their home games at Wintrust Arena in Chicago, Illinois as members of the Big East Conference.. On January 10, 2023, DePaul defeated Villanova for the first time since 2008, snapping a . 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. He went on to LeMoyne-Owen College in Memphis, where he was captain of the basketball team and an honors student. Rose and . Throughout his tenure as the South Side school's coach, Mr. Hambric produced disciplined teams whose controlled offensive schemes broke with the city's tradition of breakneck, playground-style ball, and fundamentally sound players conditioned to run all day. Photographer Dean Reid has posted a new gallery Simeon vs. Kenwood containing 40 photos. File Photo by Kirsten Stickney. "I thought it was cross-country," Bankston said. Im sure Simeon will hire a quality replacement, said Slaugher. In 2003, the name changed to Simeon Career Academy to make way for a brand-new school building. The players have repeatedly said they havent felt extra pressure to make sure that Smiths final season was a success. 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. 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. "I respect him and his family for trusting me. This is what it is about, everyone supporting these kids. Simeon and other top Chicago basketball powers don't produce all of that talent alone. Sign up for our newsletter to keep reading. Allen Cunningham/For the Sun-Times. 0. How about 480 wins and just 92 losses and likely another 25-plus victories coming next year? More than that, he was respected and liked. 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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 . 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. It was sold out at Curie, and no one came to see me, Smith said. Here's an overview of the eight contenders. Boys Basketball *Nathaniel Lloyd. Flowers is currently an assistant coach at Simeon. "And then the 500 (wins) was the last piece of the puzzle.". That resonated with his players and assistant coaches. The Redwings will face Rockford Auburn on Monday in the NIU Supersectional, and the Broncos will face Downers Grove North at the UIC Supersectional. Latorre has led this senior-dominated group to the best season the program has had in 25 years. Playing for Smith and Simeon absolutely means something to the players in this program, both present and past. 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. 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 . 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. Oswego East is at the top of the Southwest Prairie Conference yet again. Led the Tigers to a 28-5 record heading into the Class 4A sectional final. The most recent was the Class 4A crown in 2012-13 which was the fourth consecutive championship for the Wolverines. a future NBA Most Valuable Player who made Simeon the first Chicago Public League School team to win back-to-back state championships. 2014 - 20162 years. 2022 Big East tournament winner. "College would have to be the right situation. PISCATAWAY - Even in defeat, St. Rose added to the legacy of an . 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 Robert Smith and Simeon are chasing another Chicago Public League championship. "If it weren't for basketball and Bob Hambric, I would have been lost to the gangs," Thomas Price, a reserve guard, told the Tribune in 1984. Then Simeon failed to score on its last possession. The 500th win was a nice addition to a resume that includes seven Chicago Public League championships and six state titles at Simeon. Belleville West played Chicago Simeon in a game at the O'Fallon Shootout at O'Fallon High School on Saturday February 2, 2019. And I see a principal in that postgame crush pic.twitter.com/bV8P6il45f. Velasquez did welcome back a Division I talent in the versatile Mekhi Lowery. Children. 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. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Tim Vizer/Special to STLhighschoolsports.com. Cheerleading and Dance Volleyball Wrestling Soccer Basketball Football. And they generally always played with such pride. . No other coach in state history has won more than four state titles. But that was Simeon. We knew what we had to do, and weve known since day one. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). "I love Simeon," Smith said. Me and Coach Smith are like family, Irons 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. 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 . You have permission to edit this article. Stephen Edelson. Then there are the many untold stories of how he nurtured players. Coaches, ADs and staff who do not . 1 and just recently capped off the regular season with a city championship. But Velasquez, who is 131-31 in the past six seasons, worked a pair of transfers into the mix and kept the Wolves humming. Simeon lost in the state semifinals last year. As a father-figure coach, he is stern while offering endless support and instilling confidence when needed. In the 1990s, Mr. Hambric put together a stretch of 10 straight 20-win seasons. 8147 S. Vincennes Avenue Chicago, IL 60620 . The plan was to win city. Contact. Hes probably the only person that has a winning record against me, Smith said with a smile. Chase Lewis picked a perfect time to cut loose. Football *David Thornton. A local school could possibly be good for me because the big thing right now is to be with my kids., Robert Smiths career at Simeon2004-05: 29-42005-06: 33-4, Class AA title, Public League title2006-07: 33-2, Class AA title, Public League title2007-08: 29-4, Class 3A second place2008-09: 18-102009-10: 25-9, Class 4A title2010-11: 30-2, Class 4A title2011-12: 33-1, Class 4A title, Public League title2012-13: 30-3, Class 4A title2013-14: 22-52014-15: 28-42015-16: 30-4, Public League title2016-17: 30-4, Class 4A second place, Public League title2017-18: 29-4, Public League title2018-19: 20-15,2019-20: 24-9, Public League title2020-21: 9-12021-22: 28-7Total: 480-92, .839. Especially in a game he wanted to win against a protg. He loves Simeon like I did. Vashon made it moot as it pulled away in the fourth quarter for a 56-46 win over Simeon in the OFallon Shootout on Saturday at the Panther Dome on the campus of OFallon High. No matter the star or the team, there were never big numbers thrown up at Simeon by individual players. It keeps you working because you have to work for them. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Vashon takes on another big-time Illinois foe when it hosts East St. Louis (18-6) at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. ", On coaching so many great players over the years, Smith said, "It's been great. 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. All the best players wanted to come to Simeon because of Coach Rob, Parker said. And beat the likes of Joliet West, Kenwood and others along the way? Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. We only watched film when it was necessary. You have to learn and understand how to make them better players and people. 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. He is always so stoic. I wanted 500 wins, and hopefully I can get that next year. "Just for that moment, to embrace them as players, and as people.". St. Ignatius, Grayslake Central and Marmion were the other local teams advancing to Class 3A supersectionals. They previously played in the 2020 Highland Shootout, with Vashon scoring an 80-71 win. He made sure that we were confident. Matt arrived just as the Cubs won the World Series. He was set to have a successful NBA career, but that never happened because he was killed while he was in high school. Guards Sam Lewis and Jalen Griffith each scored 11. Along the way Irons crossed paths with Simeons Smith at the Nike Elite 100 camp here in town. Stream sports and activities from Simeon High School in Chicago, IL, both live and on demand. Smith is closing in on 500 wins and has won six state titles and seven city titles, both records. Simeon faces Curie Thursday night in the Public League semifinals as Smith chases his eighth city championship. 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. Rubin led Simeon with 21 points and six rebounds. Just four high school coaches are in the Pro Basketball Hall of Fame. 3 - Kray Rogers - 6-2 - Jr. - 14.3 2 - Jaxon Willits - 6-0 - Sr. - 11.6 22 - Blayke Nunn - 6-2 . Membership Options Live Broadcasts Current Stats Media requests Photo Galleries SmugMug Photos Athletic Director Podcasts Basketball Podcast with Coach Noszka Coach's Corner Podcast . 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. Simeon was always a great reminder that keeping it simple and structured can lead to high-level success. Its always good competing against him, though. Wolverine Mens Basketball Mr. Robert Smith Head Coach rsmith2@cps.edu 773.535.3200 Mr. Fred McClinton Sophomore Coach . 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. One of them, Bob Hurley, is there because of the program he built at St. Anthony. The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. Kenwood guard Dai Dai Ames drained a dagger three-pointer at the top of the key to tie the game. Bucknor for rejecting handshake: Zero class, Man shot and killed after fight in downtown St. Louis, Fate of St. Louis Fox Theatre still undecided, Liberty High student killed in St. Charles shooting could heal you with a smile, Brothers who did everything together, fashionista among victims in fatal St. Louis crash, Arch Madness: 2023 MVC Basketball Tournament bracket, schedule, game times, TV info, Centene expects to lose millions of Medicaid customers beginning in April, St. Louis prosecutors staff down by nearly half as caseloads jump. But that dunk at the end was definitely an exclamation point., [That win] did feel better than usual, Smith said. I wanted to have the most state and city championships, and Ive done that. Smith has a career record of 480-92 with six state championships. 8147 S Vincennes Chicago, IL 60620-1761. All those massive wins on big stages? Submit Roster. 27. We didnt win it. Illinois high school boys basketball: IHSA rankings, postseason brackets, stats leaders, schedules and scores . There is a reason Heidkamp is a two-time City/Suburban Hoops Report Coach of the Year winner. McDonald's All-American. This is the second title-game appearance for the Broncos, who lost to Simeon in 2016 as well. 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 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.. Smith has stressed that this season is about the kids, not his farewell tour. When asked about his favorite memory, a couple involving Rose and Parker stood out. All of us just wanted to win. Most of the talent went to Public League schools, and players stopped going to Catholic schools.. . Simeon High School Basketball; Simeon Girls Basketball. With just Jake Fiegen returning, Fricke has guided the Trevians right back to where they were a year ago, only this season theyve added a Central Suburban League South championship and a No. 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. There were a handful of teams with massive preseason expectations when the season began. Meet the Team. Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. For better or worse. Simeon (Chicago) head coach Robert Smith plans to retire following the 2022-23 season after one of the most successful high school basketball runs in state history, . His run at Simeon coincided with the Public Leagues most successful run of state titles. By Matt Zahn. Despite the loss of Wilson, Simeon returned to Champaign and the state tournament in the spring of 1985 before losing in the quarterfinals. High/Middle School. "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. Simeon High School 8147 S. Vincennes (Google map, other maps) Chicago, IL 60620 Phone: 773-535-3200 Fax: 773-535-3465 School . Upload it here. For better or worse. His name was Ben Wilson, and he attended Simeon High School in Chicago. 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). There was a problem saving your notification. Photographer Ricky Slaughter has posted a new gallery Simeon vs. Vashon (Bank of O'Fallon Shootout) containing 65 photos. / CBS Chicago. Photos by @acphoto22. Parker had his choice of schools across the country but chose Simeon. The No. The Hawks are 25-3, emerged as the best team in the south suburbs and are a legitimate state threat in Class 3A. MaxPreps is a registered trademark of CBS Broadcasting Inc. Jabari Parker High School Basketball Highlights. 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. Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. Simeon Career Academy High School boys' basketball head coach Robert Smith is one of the co-founders of the Chicago Elite Classic. 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. Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. After 19 years and 500 wins, legendary Simeon basketball coach aims to go out on top. Most of the time, we worked on our weaknesses. "That hug from Derrick in the last state championship and that hug from Jabari that last state championship, those meant a lot," Smith said. 8. As it has so often since he took over the Simeon program in 2004, history turned Smiths way. 3 seed in the Bolingbrook Sectional. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. He led the program to new heights, beginning with to back-to-back Class AA state championships led by Rose in 2006 and 2007. 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. 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. 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. On 2/3, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their home non-conference game against Clark (Chicago, IL) by a score of 78-41. Curtis Wilson, Ben Wilson's oldest brother, center, accepts a framed team jersey from members of the Simeon High School basketball team in 2009 during a retirement ceremony for Ben's number, No . Show all Sports. Steele retired all six Padres batters he faced, then headed to the bullpen to throw 25 more pitches. 2023 Chicago Sun-Times Player of the Year: Joliet Wests Jeremy Fears Jr. Previewing Fridays best sectional finals, IHSA girls basketball state final tournament scores, Dear Abby: When my husbands brother marries, I should be in the wedding, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg and wife to invest $250 million in new Chicago research lab, Jose Abreu on life with the Astros and leaving the White Sox, who werent a family in 2022, Chicago police officer was shot and killed in front of kids playing at school: They ran as quickly as possible just to get to safety, Dear Abby: With boyfriends fussy father living here, I feel trapped, Office of the chief architect: Next mayor has a big role to play in the citys design future, Taking aim at gun safety in Illinois invites tragedy, Tom Sizemore dies at 61; actor known for Saving Private Ryan, Natural Born Killers, Cubs Justin Steele back on track after efficient first spring-training start. DeAndre Craig led the Caravan (27-7) with 13 points. ALTON Isaiah Camper could only look over his shoulder and smile. Craft, 55, retired in May as a science teacher and coach. Smith, a Simeon graduate, nearly took an assistant job at Loyola under Porter Moser in 2017. I was going to win tonight anyway if I won or he won. The Wolverines could be the areas preseason No. Carmel (Chicago, IL) by a score of 70-47. 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. It probably will later. 2 Benet squeaked past Geneva 35-34, and Kenwood beat Brother Rice 72-67. Smith would always provide perspective after losses. Rankings from AP poll. Smith, who is Simeons athletic director, will hand the head-coaching job over to Flowers, Roses good friend and former teammate. Custom Content Tap into Getty Images' global scale, data-driven insights, and network of more than 340,000 creators to create content exclusively for your brand . Hes eager and wants to learn. But what a job Velasquez has done this season in keeping the Wolves relevant and among the top teams in the area. And Im sure glad he did. Feb 28, 2023. Key Illinois high school boys basketball games, state tournament brackets, computer rankings, stat leaders, schedules & scores - live & final. After 19 years and 500 wins, legendary Simeon basketball coach aims to go out on top. VidSwap Coaching Tools; Join our Affiliate Program; Media Partners . You can't just be a regular high school coach for those guys. Asbury Park Press. 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. Anderson is the sixth recipient of the Mr . 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