What a horribly sad way to view the world and your place in it.
1) the right people are reading what you write. Parents, alums, players, broadcasters. People care and to say otherwise is disingenuous.
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3) SIDs existed for a century before social media. Why? We’re the team historians. The work we do today will enable future generations to understand the history of our programs. To half-ass the written word and not keep a comprehensive archive is a disservice to future SIDs.
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Column: Farewell to Wayne McKoy, St. John’s great, gentle giant, and one of the 3-4 greatest players in Long Island’s basketball history, back when he was billed — true story — as “Better than Kareem” at Lutheran High. Godspeed. #sjubb nypost.com/2026/08/19/sports…
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When Bob was honored last fall with the award that will bear his name, and I congratulated him for so many success stories he created, he looked up and said, “They did it.”
And I replied, “But you showed them how to do it.”
It's been a bit of a week. Got news this morning that Bob Ahrens, who had shaped so many young media careers at @wfuvsports, passed after a long illness and an amazing life . While I had my back and forths with him over the years on various topics, he was an unceasing advocate for the young people on the Fordham staff, many of whom would not be where they are today without him.
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The world lost an incredible man this morning.
Bob Ahrens was an advertising producer turned broadcasting mentor, the son of a coat maker from Brooklyn.
89 years lived uniquely and with unceasing dedication and humor. A lifelong blessing to have known him and learned from him.
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The people who teach us who we are stay with us forever.
Bob Ahrens was my greatest teacher.
May his soul rest in eternal peace 💜
@wfuvsports @wfuv @FordhamNYC
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Bob didn’t have a Ph.D in philosophy or theology, but he will forever be regarded as one of the most committed, demanding, impactful and beloved teachers and mentors in the history of Fordham University.
It's been a bit of a week. Got news this morning that Bob Ahrens, who had shaped so many young media careers at @wfuvsports, passed after a long illness and an amazing life . While I had my back and forths with him over the years on various topics, he was an unceasing advocate for the young people on the Fordham staff, many of whom would not be where they are today without him.
Bob Ahrens cared more than anyone I’ve ever met. He cared about the work. He cared about the station. He cared about the way you carried yourself (you better be wearing a coat and tie). Above all, he cared about you. I’m one of hundreds who is better off because of Bob.
Two weeks into my @wfuvsports training, I tried to quit. Bob wouldn’t hear it. We sat in his office for 45 minutes and he signed me up for eight more things. I never thanked him for it, but it changed my life.
Would love to hear the reasoning behind removing the 1978 & 79 @FordhamWBB AIAW Eastern Regional banners. These weren't conference championships, they were the pre-NCAA equivalent of the Sweet 16 and Elite 8. The two best teams in program history.
Yet another baffling move.
👀 Things starting to shape up around @FordhamRams excited for the 26/27 campaign. Much appreciation to our VP Justin Bell and our facilities and ops team led by Therno Diallo for assisting with all the improvements. #Ramily
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Rick Pitino delivers an emotional eulogy for Kenny Klein:
"There's no better dad, no better husband, no better friend, no better SID, no better person you'd meet on the street than Kenny Klein... He is the most special person I've met in my 73 years."
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A couple hours after Coach took this picture on the day we beat Kansas to punch our ticket to the Sweet 16, we drove to the aiport on three team buses.
I was on the same bus as Kenny and much of the team's support staff. At the aiport, we got word there would be a substantial delay before we could board the plane.
After hearing this news, Kenny cracked a joke about Ed Kull that had our entire bus laughing. He then admitted he may have had a bourbon or two to celebrate the win.
And then Kenny accomplished a modern miracle.
He got every one us to put our phones away as he walked the length of our bus, telling stories about each member of the support staff and the unique contribution they made to the team. It was a Hall of Fame performance filled with humor, warmth, and heart.
Kenny had a tremendous impact on everyone whose life he touched during his two seasons at St. John's. I'm grateful that I was one of them.
Rest in peace, my friend.
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Not a story I ever wanted to write. Kenny Klein, beloved longtime sports information director at the University of Louisville, has died at 66 wdrb.com/sports/u-of-l-sport…
Kenny Klein was second to none in every way imaginable. Getting to share an office with Kenny this past season was the greatest joy of my professional life.
A quick story to tell you exactly who @KKcards was: 🧵
In the midst of all the madness, he thought enough to grab a piece for me and several others in our office who never in a million years would have thought we were entitled to one. He always made sure everyone felt like they were part of the team.