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sports1 year ago

Mizzou's Caleb Grill Released from Hospital After Scare, Team Wins Without Him

Missouri's leading scorer, Caleb Grill, has been discharged from the hospital after a midair collision during a game against Lindenwood resulted in a head and neck injury. Despite the scare, tests showed no spinal cord damage, and Grill's return to play remains uncertain. Coach Dennis Gates praised the medical team's swift response, and Grill, who averages 15.5 points per game, had previously missed much of last season due to a wrist injury.

sports1 year ago

Mizzou Triumphs Over Lindenwood Amidst Grill's Injury Scare

Missouri's leading scorer, Caleb Grill, was taken to the hospital as a precaution after suffering a head and neck injury during a game against Lindenwood. Grill was responsive and gave a thumbs-up as he left the court on a stretcher. Coach Dennis Gates reported that initial signs were positive, and the team plans to visit Grill at the hospital. Grill, who averages 15.5 points per game, was injured while attempting to rebound and was hit by an opposing player's elbow.

sports1 year ago

"St. Louis CITY SC's Exciting Start to Season 2 and Concacaf Champions Cup Victory"

St. Louis City SC starts Season 2 with a strong win, Dennis Gates of Mizzou expresses frustration over team's performance, Eli Drinkwitz steps up amid athletic director departure, Buffalo AD Mark Alnutt distances himself from Mizzou speculation, and the St. Louis Blues face a challenging path to the playoffs with 27 regular-season games remaining.

sports2 years ago

"Kentucky Wildcats Dominate Missouri with 6th Straight Win and Impressive Offensive Performance"

Rob Dillingham of the Kentucky Wildcats is praised as the best isolation player in college basketball after scoring 23 points in a game against Missouri. Despite their strong offense, the team faces defensive challenges as they prepare to face Texas A&M. In other sports news, the Titans fire coach Mike Vrabel, and the Dolphins-Chiefs wild-card matchup is expected to be one of the coldest games in NFL history.

sports2 years ago

"Border War Showdown: Mizzou Tigers vs. Kansas Jayhawks - Everything You Need to Know"

Mizzou Basketball head coach Dennis Gates and point guard Nick Honor discuss their team's growth, the upcoming Border War showdown with Kansas, and the challenges of playing in the hostile environment of The Phog. Gates emphasizes the importance of depth and competing to the best of their ability, while Honor advises his teammates to stay focused and not get distracted. Both express confidence in their team's perimeter defense and highlight key players to watch.

sports2 years ago

Mizzou's Dominant Comeback Secures Victory over SC State

Despite a comeback win against South Carolina State, Mizzou basketball coach Dennis Gates expressed dissatisfaction with the team's performance, emphasizing the lack of effort and energy in the first ten minutes of the game. Gates praised freshman guard Anthony Robinson for sparking the team in the second half but criticized Connor Vanover for not meeting expectations. Gates also called out players for fouling too much and not playing with enough intensity. With a challenging schedule ahead, Gates stressed the need for the team to conquer their own shortcomings and improve their performance.

sports2 years ago

Mizzou's Strong Start: Victories and Options

Missouri basketball coach Dennis Gates has assembled a deep roster of 18 players, including a mix of returners, freshmen, transfers, and a junior college import. While Gates may not regularly play all 18 players, he plans to utilize the team's depth to come at opponents in waves. NCAA rules limit the number of players who can be listed in the scorebook to 15, meaning three players will be ineligible to play on any given night.

sports2 years ago

Highlights from SEC and Sun Belt Media Days: Coaches' Insights and Predictions

Missouri Tigers head coach, Dennis Gates, expressed that the team is not concerned with preseason polls and believes they are often inaccurate. He highlighted the team's depth and experience with the addition of several newcomers and emphasized the need for the team to grow and establish their identity. Gates also discussed the potential of playing graduate senior guards Nick Honor and Sean East together, despite statistics suggesting better performance with only one on the court. He credited the success of the program to the collective efforts of past coaches, athletic director, and university president, expressing optimism for the team's future and their goal of reaching the Final Four.