13. Beyond the Game- Unveiling the Story of a Basketball Legend, Glenn “Big Dog” Robinson
This week in It All Counts, Coach Cuonzo Cuonzo sits down with a special guest, none other than his college roommate and former professional basketball player, Glenn Robinson. Together, they embark on a riveting journey through their shared past, reflecting on their challenging upbringing in rough areas and the pivotal role mentors played in shaping their lives.
The conversation takes an intriguing turn as Cuonzo and Glenn delve into their college experience, reminiscing about the significance of playing for a prestigious high school and the impact of their college coach's unique coaching style. Listeners are treated to insights into the challenges faced by top-ranked college players, navigating the intense pressures and expectations while striving for success both on and off the court.
The duo doesn't shy away from the tough topics, discussing the mental stresses that come with transitioning to the NBA. From the demands of professional sports to the importance of finding trusted representation, Cuonzo and Glenn share candid anecdotes and valuable lessons from their personal journeys.
Tune in as they wrap up the episode with a thought-provoking conversation about the significance of managing finances as a professional athlete and the critical role of mentors in shaping a successful career. This episode of "It All Counts" leaves listeners with key takeaways on the impact of positive influences, the importance of discipline in the journey to success, and the crucial balance between academics and athletics.
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Such a joy to hear you guys talk about your time at Purdue and all your life experiences. Been following you since your college days where I literally followed the team all the way to Lexington and then the Elite Eight in Knoxville. I'm also old enough to remember the team at the 1980 Final Four when I was in college. Ever faithful! Congratulations to both of you on your successful careers on and off the basketball court!
Thank you guys for everything you did for Purdue. You were my team when I was a kid growing up and to see this interview is pretty cool. It’s crazy because we get to relive it watching chase and soon Gicarri. You guys are the goats
Thanks to both of you for this. Glenn signed a ball for me in Bloomington at the hotel the team was staying in. He came off the bus he already boarded. Such a class act,and undeserving of media criticism. Also obviously not dumb! BTW that ball was ruined at my mom’s house while spending winter in Arizona. She had a water leak, and humidity made it flake. I’d love to get a new one signed by both. Can this happen Cuonzo?
Appreciate both of you guys for all you did for Purdue and so many others after leaving Purdue, utmost respect for both of you.
Great Interview !
What a great show. Loved getting some inside info on you guys. Was a freshman at Purdue in 93 and enjoyed every minute of both your careers, but back in those days we didn’t have access like this. I appreciate what you both did for Purdue. Still has an effect on me and the school to this day.
Thank you for showing this side of great people!!
The Big Dog!!! From my hometown Gary, Indiana and Boiler VIP!
have him back, thanks so much for this Coach Zo..
Loved the interview with Glen Robinson! You are guys are hilarious. Good stuff Coach Zo!❤
Two wonderful ambassadors of Purdue. Thanks for the memories and the joy of seeing your kids play at Purdue (football, basketball) and elsewhere having success I did read some stories about some Co-Rec games that were very one-sided! ;) Glenn is by far my favorite basketball player ever. From the smooth J to the killer mentality, just a complete pleasure to watch.
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Well I actually witnessed Glenn's intramural team lose at the Corec. He didn't seem very motivated in the game. Looking back at it how they isolated/excluded the prop 48 athletes I can understand why Glenn's morale wasn't the best that year.
Great interview Cuonzo. Like you and Glenn I was also a Freshman at Purdue in Fall of 1991. This brings back great memories of a wonderful time at Purdue, I remember seeing Glenn playing at the Corec that first year too, that was crazy. So proud of both of you guys for all you've accomplished, makes me proud to be a Boilermaker!
Great interview. Proud of both of you.
This is a great conversation, Cuonzo. You're very good with the questions. Big Dog seems such a good guy. 👍🏀
I sat among Duke fans in Knoxville. One asked me if the Dog was all that, then Glen dropped 30 on Kansas the first half, enough said.
Two greats, being great. Boiler UP! Goat Big Dog!
I was at Purdue from 89-94. After a big road win, we went out to the Purdue Airport to welcome you all back to West Lafayette. We caught up with you and Glen in the parking lot to get autographs. My friend and his cute wife lived in the married student housing. You both had gotten into Glen's jeep I believe. My friend told his wife to go over to the car and get Glen's autograph. She did. He rolled down the window and signed. When she got back in the car, my friend (her husband) was all excited and was like, "let me see the autograph". Right under his signature, Glen had wrote down his phone number. Hahahaha. We all still laugh about that.
What an awesome interview! Thank you
Great show. It was such a joy watching the two of you play together.
Awesome stuff Zo, thank you!
Coach Heflin was my Daddy and he loved Glenn and Cuonzo. He was definitely funny. Lol. ❤️
Enjoyed it, but not one mention of Coach Keady? And Cuonzo makes a point of giving props to Knight? Ok, Knight wasn't all bad. But not even mentioning Keady is too weird! Also, agree that Grant Hill got anointed because of Duke national media machine, but also, Glenn went early at a time when few did, and it wasn't viewed favorably by many. Which is crazy and ironic given the current environment!
What a great show. Loved getting some inside info on you guys. Was a freshman at Purdue in 93 and enjoyed every minute of both your careers, but back in those days we didn’t have access like this. I appreciate what you both did for Purdue. Still has an effect on me and the school to this day.
Great Interview!