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One of the most-anticipated seasons in recent memory was celebrated Tuesday evening at Fifth Third Arena as the University of Cincinnati men’s basketball program held its Tip-Off dinner to donors and season ticket holders. Proceeds went to UC’s Name, Image, Likeness (NIL) collective, Cincy Reigns. The event was presented by the Herche Family Foundation.
UC head coach Wes Miller helped secure a marquees name for the event as his former coach and Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Roy Williams attended. Williams had 903 wins in his career in 15 seasons at Kansas and 18 at North Carolina. He guided the Jayhawks to a pair of NCAA title game appearances and won three national titles with the Tar Heels in 2005, 2009 and 2017.
His 2005 North Carolina champs included point guard Warren Weston “Wes” Miller.
Cincinnati Bearcats coach Wes Miller (22) played point guard for Roy Williams at North Carolina and was part of his 2005 NCAA championship team.
Mentor Williams chats up Cincinnati Bearcats donors with Wes Miller
No media was permitted at the private fundraiser, but the following events have been confirmed. Before the actual Tip-Off dinner, Williams and Miller met with members of UC’s Flight Club in the Mercedes-Benz Courtside Club. The program involved players in different groups being asked entertaining questions as well as season expectations for the Bearcats.
The main event featured another famous North Carolina Tar Heel, Marty Brennaman, as emcee. Miller made note of the Hall of Fame announcer’s presence just a day after losing a close friend from the Big Red Machine, the Hit King Pete Rose.
Miller and Brennaman talked about their North Carolina connection and the legendary play-by-play man said he was honored to be involved and would help UC whenever he could.
What did Roy Williams say about Cincinnati Bearcats basketball?
According to those present, Williams said he watches every Cincinnati Bearcats game and is very invested.
During his recruiting visit to the Miller household,…
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Author : The Enquirer
Publish date : 2024-10-02 19:39:26
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