The University of Cincinnati announced that former men’s basketball coach Bob Huggins is living with a progressive cognitive condition.
The university made the announcement in conjunction with Huggins’ family, according to a social media post.
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The statement said that it is starting to affect his memory and daily life.
This information was kept private until recently, when the family felt it was appropriate to share the information.
Huggins, 73, will be inducted into the UC athletic hall of fame this weekend.
Huggins coached at Walsh University, Akron, Cincinnati, Kansas State, and West Virginia.
“Bob’s greatest impact has extended far beyond wins, championships, and the basketball court,” the athletic department said. “His defining passion has always been the young men he coached, the relationships he built, and the lives he helped shape. Generations of former players have benefited not only from his leadership as a coach, but also from his mentorship, loyalty, and lifelong friendship.”
UC Athletics calls Huggins “one of the greatest coaches in college basketball history.”
“He restored Cincinnati basketball to national prominence, ignited a passion for the Bearcats throughout our city and left an indelible mark on generations of student-athletes.”
Huggins led UC to the 1992 Final Four.
His family asks for privacy, compassion, and understanding as they navigate this next chapter together, the Athletic Department said.
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