Dale Brown teaching life lessons, hoops

A fantastic update on former UK standout Dale Brown, who is on his way back up after bottoming out.

Sounds like Mr. Brown has lofty ambitions, but his heart in the right place at last.

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Great Read, Liked This Part The Best

“Rick Pitino and Tubby, those guys are great guys…,” Brown said.

Wished more UK fans felt that way.

by FortyYearCatFan on Dec 15, 2008 12:49 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Sorry, don't see it.

Maybe it’s because I no longer live in Lexington, but I doubt there are many (any?) UK fans who don’t think Pitino or Tubby are “great guys.” Yes, they may disagree with their choice of employer or their style of play, etc., but I don’t think anyone dislikes them personally (save for the few idiots who think hating someone is their purpose in life).

I just don’t think this is fair to put on UK fans.

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by NYCCats on Dec 15, 2008 1:05 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

There Aren't Many With Kind Words About Both

There are some with kind words about one or the other, but rarely both.

The late Mr. Keightley was one who would agree with Dale Brown.

by FortyYearCatFan on Dec 15, 2008 1:08 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

One of the many things I love about Keightley

He would never speak badly about any coach or player or anyone associated with UK basketball.
He had a distinct personality with every coach that went through the program and the players too. He loved them all! We lost a great guy people and I don’t personally think I will ever see another one like him. He was too special in so many ways!

by kykat51 on Dec 15, 2008 5:58 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Perception....

Im sure people who KNOW Tubby and Rick think they are great guys. I dont know either of them although i did get to talk to Tubby once on the call in show. Id say Tubby seems to be a very nice man. As for Ricky, when he lied about leaving UK i took that personal. I dont care if he used coach speak like all the rest, i think he is a liar, but thats my perception(spelling?). I also “met” Clem Haskins in a local resturant and talked to him, again to me, he seemed like a very nice man.

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by Magnoliacat on Dec 15, 2008 1:48 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

The main subject of the story is Dale Brown

I think it is an excellent article about his days at UK, his pitfalls in life, his rising above those problems and finally getting to be in a position he loves…teaching and coaching kids in the basketball college world. I wish him the best!

by kykat51 on Dec 15, 2008 2:27 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

I knew Brown was in coaching because of his stint at Pikeville, but I didn't know of his personal struggles.

If he can coach, he will rise through the ranks. Sean Woods was selling radio time in Lexington 7 or 8 years ago, and he’s already coaching a D-I school.

I wish Brown all the luck in the world. Perhaps he will soon bring his team into Rupp.

by Ken Howlett on Dec 15, 2008 3:25 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Donald Brown Is His Given Name

He was given the nickname “Dale” because of the proximity of Mississippi to LSU and the other Dale Brown.

by FortyYearCatFan on Dec 15, 2008 4:23 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Never knew that!

That’s funny! I always just thought it was a coincidence. That’s much better. 8’)

by EEWildcat on Dec 15, 2008 5:44 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

That's terrific - good for Dale!

I agree with Ken, UK should schedule Dillard within the next two years. Heck, with their style of play they could be a good tuneup for faster playing teams in the NCAA.

"That's not a Sherman tank, it's Frank Thomas!" - Monkeyball

by JLeverenz on Dec 15, 2008 10:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

A very good read.

I love stories of people who self-destruct, and then pull themselves up by their bootstraps.

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by Truzenzuzex on Dec 15, 2008 11:15 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

man what a great story...

…It now makes me happy that the Kings are horrible and never won anything…!

Steelers fan 1st! UK is my 2nd love.

by vinceuk1 on Dec 15, 2008 11:20 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Yeah, me too.

What they did was abominable. I’ve never heard of such a thing in my life, and hope I never do again.

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by Truzenzuzex on Dec 16, 2008 7:08 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

At least they paid him

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by NYCCats on Dec 16, 2008 9:42 AM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Thanks, JL

I love to hear what’s going on with former players, and its great to know Brown bounced back from this tragedy. Brown is one of the first UK players I remember watching as a kid. Since I was pretty young, I don’t remember clearly, but didn’t he set a UK record once by going 7-for-7 from three in one game?

by Acdixon on Dec 16, 2008 1:08 PM EST reply actions 0 recs