The University of Cincinnati is set to induct legendary college basketball coach Bob Huggins into the school's athletics Hall of Fame over the weekend. But Huggins' family made a point on Wednesday to update the public on the longtime coach's health.
According to the family's statement, the 73-year-old Huggins has a progressive cognitive condition that has started to impact his memory and daily life. Huggins retired from coaching back in 2023 after 16 season with West Virginia. And in the years since, he has taken a step back from public life, making occasional appearances in Cincinnati and Morgantown.
He still plans to be in attendance for his Hall of Fame recognition at the Bearcats' game against Texas Tech on Saturday.
An update from the family
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The statement read, in part:
"Bob is living with a progressive cognitive condition that has begun to affect his memory, and aspects of his daily life. While the family has chosen to keep this matter private over the past several months, they believe this is an appropriate time to share the news with the many people who have supported Bob throughout his remarkable career, particularly as he prepares to be honored with induction into the University of Cincinnati's James P. Kelly Athletics Hall of Fame."
Huggins coached the Bearcats for 16 seasons and led them to the 1992 Final Four.
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