I once interviewed a member of his first team at Indiana, an all-American who met with Knight shortly after the coach’s arrival in Bloomington. Knight glared at him and said, “I’ve just looked at your transcript. You’re not going to class, you’re not doing your work. If you miss class, you won’t practice. And if you don’t practice, you won’t play. If that’s too tough for you, I’ll help you transfer to some place where they don’t give a damn.”
The all-American called his father in a panic, only to find that his dad was thrilled. “Thank God,” he said, “now you’ve got a chance in life.”
Bobby Knight PING
Bob Knight/TTU ping
"I have never known a winning coach in any sport who did not have a terrible temper."
Dean Smith, NC Tarheels. Make a note.
FYI..amazingly, but in today's NY Times Sports section, there is actually a pretty positive view of Knight's accomplishments..
There's no doubt that Knight has had a positive impact on many young men's lives. That said, there's also no doubt that he's a bully. That's why his legacy will always be a mixed one.