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Originally Published 3 months ago — by On3
Michael Vick, currently coaching Norfolk State, addresses rumors about returning to Virginia Tech as head coach following Brent Pry's departure, emphasizing his focus on his current team and season.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Andscape
Michael Vick's debut as Norfolk State's head coach showed promise but also highlighted areas for improvement, including penalties, running game, and turnovers, as the team aims for its first win under Vick's leadership.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by WGLT
Fans at an Illinois State University basketball game are accused of using a racial slur against Norfolk State players, leading to a confrontation between the coaches. ISU is investigating the incident and has apologized to Norfolk State. Both coaches were assessed technical fouls, and three fans were removed from the game. Norfolk State coach Robert Jones expressed his disappointment and emphasized the need to combat hate speech. ISU coach Ryan Pedon apologized for his actions and expressed regret for the situation. Both universities issued statements condemning the use of racial slurs and promising to investigate the incident. Norfolk State won the game 64-58.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by ESPN
Illinois State University is investigating claims that one of its fans used a racial slur against a Norfolk State player during a college basketball game. Norfolk State coach Robert Jones tweeted about the incident, expressing his outrage and vowing to fight for his players. After the alleged incident, both coaches were issued technical fouls and fans were ejected from the arena. Illinois State's statement did not address the behavior of their coach during the game.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Virginian-Pilot
Norfolk State men's basketball coach, Robert Jones, and Illinois State head coach, Ryan Pedon, engaged in a shouting match during a game after an Illinois State fan allegedly directed a racial slur towards Norfolk State player, Jamarii Thomas. Both coaches received technical fouls, and the fans involved were ejected from the game. Jones praised the officials for their handling of the situation, while Pedon claimed his reaction was not personal. Thomas scored a career-high 31 points in Norfolk State's 64-58 victory.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Just Women's Sports
After leading her team to a 72-40 victory over Norfolk State in the first round of the NCAA basketball tournament, South Carolina coach Dawn Staley visited the losing team's locker room to provide encouragement and praise. Staley specifically called out Norfolk State sophomore Kierra "Meme" Wheeler, who recorded 13 points, eight rebounds, and two steals in the loss. Staley also used her post-game press conference to praise Norfolk State, an HBCU that earned its second-ever appearance in the NCAA tournament this year.