Simeon faces Curie Thursday night in the Public League semifinals as Smith chases his eighth city championship. I wanted 500 wins, and hopefully I can get that next year. Stats are entered by the coach or designated team statistician in the admin. Mr. Hambric, 69, died . Statistics are submitted to MaxPreps by coaches, athletic directors or program personnel. Mr. Hambric grew up on the South Side and played basketball at the old Parker High School. Sports team/skills coaching at London Pulse basketball club and at Drayton Manor High School: - Coaching and setting drills for children improved leadership and communication skills. Stephen Edelson. This retirement is about all that Smith has meant to the sport and, specifically, Public League basketball. There was a problem saving your notification. All the wins, success and talent at Simeon would often mask the substance that was there as a coach and as a program. Flowers is currently an assistant coach at Simeon. Simeon coach Robert Smith watches as the Wolverines play Kenwood. 773-535-3465/3236. On January 24, 2023, Simeon Coach Robert Smith made history, securing his 500th career win in boys high school basketball. Loyola recruit Miles Rubin led the top-ranked Wolverines (30-3) with 19 points, and Sam Lewis added 16. You started seeing the change across the city during [Smiths time]. Get browser notifications for breaking news, live events, and exclusive reporting. Thank you : Master at his Craft: Longtime Collinsville Middle School girls basketball coach retires. Simeon coach Robert Smith, the most successful boys high school basketball coach in state history, will retire after next season. Evan Kanellos made the winning free throw with five seconds left. What a breakout season its been for Marist basketball and Hynes. On Jan. 24, Smith picked up win 500 when his Wolverines beat Brooks 82-36. 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. Steele retired all six Padres batters he faced, then headed to the bullpen to throw 25 more pitches. Feb 28, 2023. Simeon @ Washington 4:00 pm Sat, Dec. 13 Marion, IL High School Shootout 5:30 pm Sun, Dec. 14 Capital Market Shoot-Out TBA Mon, Dec. 15 Brooks @ Simeon 4:00pm Wed, Dec. 17 Simeon@ Morgan Park . More family time was at the forefront, including being able to watch his youngest, Rob Jr., play more. Smiths last team at Simeon will be strong. Two teams playing in a packed house. But there is going to be a huge void in our sport, a huge void in city and high school basketball.. Its the first sectional championship in school history for Oswego East, which will face Moline on Monday in the ISU Supersectional. But there are teams, on paper, with more talent than Simeon, and Smith continues to always be able to navigate and right a ship just perfectly. 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. And thats because they had other plans, Smith said. St. Rose basketball falls to powerhouse Roselle Catholic, 68-59, in state final. [Smith] deserved it, Griffith said. 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. Simeon Coaches' Directory. CENTRALIA, Ill. The evolution of Drew Winslow and the Triad boys basketball team continued in earnest Wednesday night. 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. Matt arrived just as the Cubs won the World Series. But he wanted me to be successful, he wanted me to get off to a good start. Lawmakers and others should not seek to undo laws meant to protect people from gun violence. 9 in 2011, No. Sport *Dante Culbreath (head) Football *Dennis Butler . Its been great the two times.. We did it. Kenwood has never won a city title. Flipboard. One possession in a basketball game doesnt necessarily mean anything. Stream sports and activities from Simeon High School in Chicago, IL, both live and on demand. Neal F. Simeon Career Academy (formerly known as Westcott Vocational High School, Neal F. Simeon Vocational High School, Neal F. Simeon Career Technical Academy), locally known simply as Simeon, is a public four-year vocational high school located in the Chatham area on the South Side of Chicago, Illinois, United States.Simeon is a part of the Chicago Public Schools district. VidSwap Coaching Tools; Join our Affiliate Program; Media Partners . He looks after so many, both the high-profile ones and those looking for a small college opportunity. Smith, 50, is 480-92 heading into his final season. Smith went out on top, at least in the Public League. Grayslake Central knocked off Lake Forest 46-33, and Marmion beat Burlington Central 71-58 to win its first sectional since 1976. "I just thought it was time," he said. On 2/24, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their neutral playoff game against Englewood Stem (Chicago, IL) by a score of 70-33. When asked about his favorite memory, a couple involving Rose and Parker stood out. Deon Thomas, who did not play organized basketball until high school, became No. This was his last one, and he had to go out with a win.. Simeon coach Robert Smith coaches from the sidelines at far left. 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. 0:36. And they generally always played with such pride. But if you earned the trust of Smith and it would take time for the few who did, especially in the early years of his coaching career he would let you in. 1 team. Kenwood guard Dai Dai Ames drained a dagger three-pointer at the top of the key to tie the game. 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Carmel (Chicago, IL) by a score of 70-47. You have to be over the top. Averaged 19.4 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.9 assists and 1 . In that scenario, with his high school teammate and best friend, Nick Anderson, at his side, Wilson surely would have flourished at that level. We all have one more year to enjoy it and to celebrate the most successful high school coach in state history. I am one who has had the distinct privilege to be up close and personal with Smith and the inner workings of a program that few truly understand. Over the next 18 years, Smith took the program to new heights. 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. We didnt win it. In 2003, the name changed to Simeon Career Academy to make way for a brand-new school building. "College would have to be the right situation. "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. Submit Roster. There is a reason Heidkamp is a two-time City/Suburban Hoops Report Coach of the Year winner. So that actually took a lot of pressure off of me.. It hasnt really sunk in yet, Smith said. Coaches and members of the news media from throughout the state have voted senior Nelison "Nick'' Anderson as Mr. Basketball of Illinois for 1986. {{start_at_rate}} {{format_dollars}} {{start_price}} {{format_cents}} {{term}}, {{promotional_format_dollars}}{{promotional_price}}{{promotional_format_cents}} {{term}}, Area college signings: NCAA Division I and II, Area college signings: NCAA Division III, NAIA, JUCO, 4 killed, 4 critically injured in crash at South Grand Boulevard and Forest Park Avenue, Parents push back on allegations against St. Louis transgender center. Smith would always provide perspective after losses. The highly-successful and respected Houston didnt miss a beat. Smith was always handing out compliments to the very few teams that did manage to beat his and to players that deserved it. Earlier today I was thinking about games I played in before and all the seasons Ive coached.. Upload it here. Simeon head coach Robert Smith looking on during the 2019 IHSA Class 4A Super-Sectional title game. (Ed Wagner, Jr., Chicago Tribune) . Smith was a student . The AAU circuit is seen as a chance of opportunity for high school players to play on traveling teams at national tournaments and gain exposure in front of top college coaches. He made sure that we were confident. "To go out on top?" College coaching is always something I wanted to do, Smith said. It would be quite the ending to an amazingly successful run. CBS 2's Matt Zahn had the story on why Simeon Career Academy's leader decided now is the right time. While he's still clearly on top of his game when it comes to coaching at a high level, he's decided this is his last season. Subscribe with this special offer to keep reading, (renews at {{format_dollars}}{{start_price}}{{format_cents}}/month + tax). As a result, his basketball acumen and work ethic often went unnoticed. It probably will later. "That hug from Derrick in the last state championship and that hug from Jabari that last state championship, those meant a lot," Smith said. His run at Simeon coincided with the Public Leagues most successful run of state titles. Smith was a student-athlete at Simeon and is one of the winningest coaches in Illinois and CPS history, securing 6 IHSA State Title and 7 Chicago Public League Championships at his alma mater. He is always so stoic. The 2021-22 Illinois State Redbirds men's basketball team represented Illinois State University during the 2021-22 NCAA Division I men's basketball season.The Redbirds played their home games at Doug Collins Court at Redbird Arena in Normal, Illinois as members of the Missouri Valley Conference.The team finished the season 13-20, 5-13 in MVC play to finish in eighth place. We only watched film when it was necessary. First published on February 8, 2023 / 4:50 PM. The list includes some familiar names and past winners, along with some under-appreciated coaches who are receiving their due. In his tenure Smith has coached several NBA players, including Rose, Jabari Parker, Talen Horton-Tucker and others. Allen Cunningham/For the Sun-Times. Simeon High School Basketball Sync Games to Calendar Featured; Broadcast Schedule ; On Demand . / CBS Chicago. He is survived by a son, Robert Jr.; a daughter, Robyn; and a brother, Arthur. Simeon High School 8147 S. Vincennes (Google map, other maps) Chicago, IL 60620 Phone: 773-535-3200 Fax: 773-535-3465 School . 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. 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And thats not even because of all the wins and titles which are obvious. 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. No. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. . Last chance! 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. 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. - Adaptable leadership approach used to get the most out of each player. 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. "It would be like a fairytale story and we can finish this thing off the way we want to.". ", On coaching so many great players over the years, Smith said, "It's been great. Tim Vizer/Special to STLhighschoolsports.com. Boys Basketball *William Buford. Michigan State recruit Jeremy Fears Jr. fouled out in the final minutes. "He used to have a saying, 'Come the fourth quarter, you'll see who can play.'". 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. The only two Catholic League programs to win a Class 4A sectional since the arrival of the four-class system have been Loyola in 2014 and Mount Carmel in 2008. Simeon (Chicago) 29-3: 19.9: 2: Benet Academy (Lisle) 31-1: 16.4: 3: SHGHS (Springfield) 30-3: 15.4: 4: . It has been great despite the results. When rival coach and now friend Tyrone Slaughter of Young heard the news, he didnt hesitate in making a bold statement. 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. . 2023 CBS Broadcasting Inc. All Rights Reserved. Its a great friendship, Smith said. New Trier held on to beat Glenbrook North 47-46. Roundup of Missouri boys basketball postseason games based on stats reported by each team. 4 in 2012, No. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Did you hear his praise of Glenbard West over the past 12 months? The Bob Hambric era begins in 1980 with the mid-season firing of Lamont Bryant . We are building something special over here, Irvin said. On January 24, 2023, Simeon Coach Robert Smith made history, securing his 500th career win in boys high school basketball. Mr. Hambric, 69, died of cancer on Friday, said Marque Riley, Simeon athletic director. The plan was to win city. ALTON Isaiah Camper could only look over his shoulder and smile. PF 596 PA 444 STREAK 1L. The Trojans ended Hinsdale Centrals 23-game winning streak with a 53-43 victory in Hinsdale. 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. Playing for Smith and Simeon absolutely means something to the players in this program, both present and past. Together with Whitney Young High School boys' basketball head coach Tyrone Slaughter, they launched the Classic a decade ago with a mutual vision to unite the city through basketball and community. 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. "I thought it was cross-country," Bankston said. Smith has a career record of 480-92 with six state championships. 42 W. Madison StreetChicago, IL 60602773-553-1000, Chicago Public Schools Office of Sports Administration, 2651 W. Washington BoulevardChicago, IL 60612773-534-0700 | sportsad@cps.edu, Elementary Sports Registration Hard Copy (ENG / SPAN), Elementary CPS Concussion Information Form, High School Girls Flag Football Initiative, Prep Bowl: Catholic League vs. Public League, IHSA High School Transgender Student-Athlete Policy. The players have repeatedly said they havent felt extra pressure to make sure that Smiths final season was a success. There wasnt any fake or forced bravado. He was honored for that milestone by the OFallon Shootout just before Simeon tipped off against Vashon. 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. Ryan Johnson and Mason Blanco returned after averaging five and four points a game, respectively. . 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. The Hawks are 25-3, emerged as the best team in the south suburbs and are a legitimate state threat in Class 3A. Senior Wes Rubin sealed it with a dunk and Simeon beat Kenwood 72-64 at Credit Union 1 Arena to win the city title. Do you have . Tim Flowers is sort of a son of Simeon. More:FAQ: What to know . Simeon coach Robert Smith and senior Jabari Parker embrace after winning the state championship in 2013. 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 . Just ask the fine people of Pontiac how much they appreciate their adopted program each December at the prestigious holiday tournament. Email notifications are only sent once a day, and only if there are new matching items. He will coach one more season a loaded team that is expected to contend for a state championship in 2023 and call it a career. Simeons Miles Ruben (24) blocks Mount Carmels Lee Marks (11) shot attempt. Most of the talent went to Public League schools, and players stopped going to Catholic schools.. This was a team that was ranked in the preseason and had visions of playing in Champaign. I always tell people that [legendary Simeon coach Bob Hambric] could have stayed and coached those guys and won more titles himself. 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). 22 in 2018. Fax. Won two gold medals with USA Basketball. The new mayor has the power to physically remake the city or large portions of it. The Trevians are 27-4 heading into this weeks Central Suburban League regular-season finale with Niles North. On Friday, it was Akil Watson's turn to burn the Roses, with the Arizona State commit shooting 10-for-14 from the floor and 3-for-3 from the free-throw line. He had 26 points and nine rebounds. Boys Basketball *Nathaniel Lloyd. Contact. 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 . Simeon High School Basketball; Simeon Girls Basketball. Despite ample legal trouble, Sizemore had steady film and television credits. Led the Tigers to a 28-5 record heading into the Class 4A sectional final. For better or worse. . Simeon coach Robert Smith checks the clock as the Wolverines defeat New Trier at the Pontiac Holiday Tournament. Smith has stressed that this season is about the kids, not his farewell tour. More than anything, when the history of high school basketball and basketball in the city is written, Rob Smith will be considered the GOAT, said Slaughter. With several freshmen and sophomores playing key roles, Marist is 23-7, ranked in the top 20 and sits just behind Benet in second place in the East Suburban Catholic Conference. 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.. 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. Coach. Smith is closing in on 500 wins and has won six state titles and seven city titles, both records. Hes simply one of the elite coaches in the state, and hes right in the picture again this season. The No. Crystal Lake South coach Gary Collins concurs. Vashon takes on another big-time Illinois foe when it hosts East St. Louis (18-6) at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. During the early 1980s, the city of Chicago featured one of the best high school basketball players in the country. Benjamin Wilson Jr. (March 18, 1967 - November 21, 1984) was an American high school basketball player from Chicago, Illinois. 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. ''Out here, very few go on to play Division I basketball,'' he says. Craft, 55, retired in May as a science teacher and coach. Print. Guards Sam Lewis and Jalen Griffith each scored 11. Girls Bowling Head Coach: Glenda Dunson gfdunson@cps.edu. Simeon coach Robert Smith cheers his team on against Curie in 2018. The Blue Demons were led by thirty-sixth year head coach Doug Bruno and played their home games at the Wintrust Arena . The Trevians, however, graduated four of five starters, including all-area performer Jackson Munro. They are both playing basketball now, and I want to be able to give them my full attention. It was a statement win for Vashon (13-7) against nationally ranked Simeon (24-3). 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) People like to say a lot of negatives about Chicago, Kenwood coach Mike Irvin 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. Smiths program produced multiple NBA players: Rose, Jabari Parker, Talen Horton-Tucker, Kendrick Nunn and more. We will enjoy this for a few days and then we will regroup and try to fix some things and try to go win another state championship, Smith said. Simeon was always a great reminder that keeping it simple and structured can lead to high-level success. Wilson is noted as the first Chicago athlete to receive . Richard Barron led St. Ignatius to 50-43 victory against Fenwick. -. Smith said that out of the hundreds of varsity basketball players he has coached since 2004, just three or four didnt go to college. This was all accomplished with one of the current top five senior prospects in the country, 6-9 Matas Buzelis, leaving the Hinsdale Central program following his sophomore year. Simeon High School basketball player Ben Wilson on Nov. 13, 1984. In that time hes guided Chicagos Wolverines to seven city championships and a state-record six state championships. On 2/9, the Simeon varsity basketball team won their away conference game against Curie (Chicago, IL) by a score of 64-60. Oswego East ended 2021-22 with a 52-51 sectional final heartbreaker to Bolingbrook but not before the Wolves finished with a program-best 33-3 record. Robert Smith swore there was a jump ball. But with a legendary coach like Smith, its so much more than the immediate retirement or why hes calling it a career. 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 and other top Chicago basketball powers don't produce all of that talent alone. They are both playing basketball now, and I want to be able to give them my full attention. Those who are close to Robert Smith knew this day was coming sooner than later. 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. McDonald's All-American. Mr. Hambric's wife, Phyllis Hambric, preceded him in death. Anderson is the sixth recipient of the Mr . That's about as much as Robert Smith celebrates, he isn't the jumping around type. Simeon coach Robert Smith and Derrick Rose embrace after Roses final high school game, the 2007 state championship. High school basketball players love using the phrase "business trip" to demonstrate that Tuesday night's 15-minute drive to the neighboring town is a somber, no-fun outing. We talk to each other at least two or three times a week. But for Benet to put together a 29-1 record? Service information was not immediately available. A rock solid senior group, which included four key players, departed. Meet the Team. For better or worse. Then there are the many untold stories of how he nurtured players. I'm giving another guy a chance.". 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. 8. And I see a principal in that postgame crush pic.twitter.com/bV8P6il45f.
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