It’s Jimmy V (Valvano) week, which means that ESPN and the V Foundation will work to raise funds towards cancer research as well as raise awareness around the world.
Dick Vitale, the legendary college basketball coach and commentator, has been battling lymphoma since 2021, and given the week, Michigan State basketball head coach Tom Izzo sent his buddy a long, heartfelt message, which Vitale shared on social media.
‘Hope you’re doing better everyday. I know this is such a special week for you with the Jimmy V. event but every week is special because you never stop working. We all love you for that and I mean that ! You have created such a culture it’s unbelievable. Doesn’t matter what sport or venue they are all supporting you. As a coach you try to impact a player or even a University. You my friend have impacted the WORLD !!! Wow now that’s a legacy. Someday myself or a family member is going to live longer because of you. Life is more valuable than money. So where I help some kid from the hood help himself and his family. You help save lives. I’m a NOBODY compared to you. Love you Dick think of you often but this is a week you helped create that is SPECIAL. Thank you tell Lorraine hi. Izz PS have my first grandchild she’s 4 months old. Trying to catch you. Keep getting well.’
OMG was so touched this morning with this message I just received from Tom Izzo @MSU_Basketball
Hope you’re doing better everyday. I know this is such a special week for you with the Jimmy V. event but every week is special because you never stop working. We all love you for…— Dick Vitale (@DickieV) December 5, 2023
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