Ramon Harris update **Good News**

Ramon Harris update Good News

by Truzenzuzex on Dec 4, 2008 6:18 PM EST in News Comment 18 comments

I'll be moving this thread up to the top during the day until we have definitive word about Ramon Harris' condition.

Obviously, the collision between Mike Porter and Ramon Harris last night was a very scary thing for Wildcat fans. I am very thankful that Michael Porter is fine, although it's a measure of respect for that kid's toughness that any of us can call 10 stitches to the temple area and a mouse the size of a golf ball "fine," but the fact he was able to return to the bench was great news. Seeing Harris carted off on a stretcher after writhing for a long time in obvious pain was much more disturbing.

At this moment, I really have no additional news to report about Ramon's condition. Rich Bozich has this article up this morning which has Patterson suggesting that the team was informed that Harris would be fine, but that nobody on the team would be allowed to visit him until this morning. I will be updating this story with links below as I discover them.

Harris out of hospital -- Jerry Tipton
As of late afternoon Thursday, Harris and Porter doing better. -- Jerry Tipton
Matt May at The Cats Pause says Harris will be kept overnight, but that all looks good so far.
Gillispie hopeful Harris will be released today. -- Steve Moss, 27 Sports
Test results "Good" for Ramon Harris
UK forward remains hospitalized this morning
Harris has not sustained an injury to his brain or spinal cord -- Jerry Tipton
Ramon Harris recovering from injury
Midnight update on Ramon Harris

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Scary

That was SUCH a scary thing to see! My husband and I were running a little late to the game so we did not get to see the actual collision take place. When we walked in it had just happened and both players were laying on the court. They laid there forever. I had never heard it so quiet in Rupp Arena in my life! The crowd applauded when Porter got up and walked off the court and then back to silence as we all sat stunned – hoping and praying that Harris would be ok. When the team huddled together – obviously saying their own prayer for Harris, I lost it. I just sat there and cried – so did many around me. I cried for Harris as he writhed in pain, I cried for his mother as she came on the court to be with her son, I cried for the team and the look of fear on their faces, and I cried for Billy because he looked so afraid and helpless. I just cried. It was awful. After the fire department wheeled him out on the stretcher and the game resumed, it was really hard to get back into it. They never showed the replay at game so I didnt get to see it until I got home and saw it on tv. Awful. Sitting in the stands last night, I said a prayer for Ramon and my thoughts and prayers continue to be with him and his family, team, and coach.

by kentuckygirl0724 on Dec 4, 2008 8:50 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Class act, Tru

Not that I expect any less from you. This should be first and foremost in the BBN’s mind until we hear that Razor is going to be OK (and certainly that’s what we hope to hear.) I know I’ll be checking for updates throughout the day; thanks for keeping it on top.

by Acdixon on Dec 4, 2008 9:52 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Adding A Little Perspective On What Harris' Mom May Have Been Feeling

As many of you know, my stepduaghter was a collegiate athlete at UCLA and later WNBA and ABL pro basketball player.

Her senior year at UCLA (1994), she badly damaged her knee in the season finale against Stanford. Obviously NOT LIFE THREATENING but it looked career ending at the time.

My wife still has difficulty (15 years later) discussing what it was like to see her writhing in pain on the floor that day. It is very tough to see your child badly injured in sports.

I’m sure Harris’ mother felt even worse because of the possible severity of his injury.

by FortyYearCatFan on Dec 4, 2008 11:30 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Thanks for sharing that

Thanks for sharing that, Fourty.

It’s just horrible to watch, either way. Here’s hoping for a speedy recovery for Ramon Harris.

by EEWildcat on Dec 4, 2008 12:32 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

And a speedy recovery to Michael Porter as well

I thought he was okay, but I hope he doesn’t suffer lasting concussion effects!

by EEWildcat on Dec 4, 2008 8:07 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

I was....

…actually thinking how amazing it was that Ramon’s mom was even at the game. I mean, as far as I know, she doesn’t live in Lexington, does she?

I can’t even imagine having to watch something like that happen to my child, but it would have been even worse for her to have seen something like that on TV and know that she was totally helpless and that she couldn’t go to him immediately. Scary stuff. I am thankful that she was there for her sake and for the sake of Ramon. I’m sure it certainly helped Ramon to see his mom and know that she was by his side.

by BigSkyCat on Dec 4, 2008 12:56 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

The last link to Steve Moss'

column is broken. Just goes to an advertisement.

Del Tha Funky Homosapien
formerly known as senowen

by Mr. Bob Dobalina on Dec 4, 2008 1:38 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

I am very thankful

That the injuries to both players were not worse than it could have been with their heads colliding so forcefully. Praying that both of our guys have a speedy recovery.

Go Cats!

by kykat51 on Dec 4, 2008 2:42 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Try this link to noon sports on WKYT

http://www.wkyt.com/sports/headlines/35539194.html

by kykat51 on Dec 4, 2008 2:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Thanks.

Tru must be in a Nyquil induced funk.

Del Tha Funky Homosapien
formerly known as senowen

by Mr. Bob Dobalina on Dec 4, 2008 3:26 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Heh.

If only. When you work from home like I do, being sick is no excuse.

I am just buried like any other person coming off a 5 day holiday. :-)

A Sea of Blue -- Kentucky Sports for the Discerning Fan

by Truzenzuzex on Dec 4, 2008 7:00 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

Great news on our players

I love the “20 strong” text message Ramon had a trainer send to his teammates…again I wish them both a swift recovery.

by kykat51 on Dec 4, 2008 7:13 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

Ramon just gave us our 2008 bumper sticker

Kentucky Mens Basketball 2008:
“20 STRONG”

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

by vinceuk1 on Dec 4, 2008 7:28 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

if anything gets made

that has 20 STRONG, i would, without hesitation, buy it.

GO BIG BLUE!! GO BIG BLUE!!

by UKWildCatFanatic on Dec 4, 2008 7:42 PM EST up reply actions 0 recs

that's it

I want the student section up with two fingers up on one hand and a fist in the other (two and zero), making noise during key parts of games. This 20 Strong thing needs to catch on.

by VentDependent on Dec 4, 2008 8:17 PM EST reply actions 0 recs

20 Strong

Now that’s got me all teared up again!! I LOVE these Cats!

by kentuckygirl0724 on Dec 5, 2008 9:09 AM EST reply actions 0 recs

Now that's STRONG!

I’m a bit of an emotional sap and after reading everyone’s comments here I have a few tears making trails down my face. You folks make coming to this blog a joy. I can’t go a day without checking in and seeing how you all are doing and what you are thinking. There have been (very few) times when I couldn’t come here and boy did I jones. :) Thanks for keeping up the great attitudes and excellent input. Tru, Ken, don’t go anywhere! I think I’d be lost without you and your blog.

What a wonderful slogan for this TEAM. If it weren’t for everyone on the team practicing at full tilt they would not be able to play so well against their opponents. I’m sure everyone of the men on the team sees themselves playing this year and if they keep it up I’m sure we’ll see sightings of them as the season plays on. Coach has already shown that he won’t hesistate to play the walk-ons. This can only give them motivation to push the other players to get better so they can get into the game quicker.

GO BIG BLUE!!!! 20 STRONG!!!!!

by bluecrip on Dec 5, 2008 12:50 PM EST reply actions 0 recs