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Look: Bob Knight memorial set up outside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall

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November 2, 2023

The makeshift memorial for former Head Coach Bob Knight after the Indiana versus Northwood women's basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Knight passed away earlier that evening at 83. (Syndication: The Herald-Times)

The passing of legendary Indiana basketball head coach Bob Knight has really shaken up the sports world, especially Hoosier Nation. Many fans, friends, former players, former staff members, basketball icons, and anyone that follows the sport of basketball have given their thoughts on what coach Knight meant to the game as a whole.

“I am so blessed that he saw something in me as a basketball player,” said Indiana head coach Mike Woodson. “He influenced my life in ways I could never repay. As he did with all of his players, he always challenged me to get the most out of myself as a player and more importantly, as a person.

“I will always cherish the time we spent together after I played for him,” Woodson added. “His fierce loyalty to his former players never wavered. I am grateful that he was able to come to our practices after I came back. His presence meant so much to me, our staff, and our players.”

More: Picture of Bob Knight’s first practice plan as Indiana basketball head coach

During the Indiana women’s basketball exhibition on Wednesday, a fan-made memorial of coach Knight was placed outside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. It was a touching tribute to the man that is Indiana basketball.

Knight led Indiana to three NCAA titles in 1976 (32-0), 1981, and 1987. He also led team USA to a gold medal in 1984. Knight had a record of 661-240 during his tenure at Indiana.

Below on the full images of the memorial of Bobby Knight that was placed outside Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall.

The makeshift memorial for former Head Coach Bob Knight after the Indiana versus Northwood women’s basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Knight passed away earlier that evening at 83. (Syndication: The Herald-Times)

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Fans take a moment after the women’s basketball game to stop by the makeshift memorial for former Head Coach Bob Knight after the Indiana versus Northwood women’s basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Knight passed away earlier that evening at 83. (Syndication: The Herald-Times)

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A note is left on the makeshift memorial for former Head Coach Bob Knight after the Indiana versus Northwood women’s basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Knight passed away earlier that evening at 83. (Syndication: The Herald-Times)

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Indiana University graduate Keely Allen takes a moment after the women’s basketball game to stop by the makeshift memorial for former Head Coach Bob Knight after the Indiana versus Northwood women’s basketball game at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall on Wednesday, Nov. 1, 2023. Knight passed away earlier that evening at 83. (Syndication: The Herald-Times)

SEE ALSO: Mike Woodson on Bob Knight: ‘He influenced my life in ways I could never repay’

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Kyler Staley is a Basketball Recruiting Analyst for Hoosier Illustrated, a comprehensive site covering news, updates and recruiting for Indiana University athletics. Kyler has been in the basketball recruiting industry since 2019 and is a credentialed media member. He has covered Indiana since 2021 while continuing to also work for Prep Hoops Indiana. He has previously worked for Rivals.