Bill Walton

[Hank]

 

[cu3x]

If you have Hulu subscription service, they have a 4-part 30/30 on Bill's life: "The Luckiest Guy in the World".
Really enjoyable. Produced last year.

 

[Buffnik]

I loved the John Wooden story that Bill told a number of times. Wooden had a rule against facial hair. Bill showed up with a beard. Wooden pulled him into his office and Bill said it's his right and it's important to him. Wooden replied that he respects him for standing up for his beliefs and that the team will miss him. Bill shaved that afternoon.

 

[hokiehead]

I loved the John Wooden story that Bill told a number of times. Wooden had a rule against facial hair. Bill showed up with a beard. Wooden pulled him into his office and Bill said it's his right and it's important to him. Wooden replied that he respects him for standing up for his beliefs and that the team will miss him. Bill shaved that afternoon.

in 2024, it's hard for me to appreciate the social influences that would've led Wooden to implement what seems like a ridiculous team policy

 

[NWD Buff]

in 2024, it's hard for me to appreciate the social influences that would've led Wooden to implement what seems like a ridiculous team policy

The Yankees still have this policy.

 

[Corey Trevorson]

In Pac-12's embrace,
Walton's spirit soars with grace,
Legends never fade.

 

[hokiehead]

The Yankees still have this policy.

TIL

what's the rationale?

 

[NWD Buff]

TIL

what's the rationale?

From Google:

The New York Yankees have a strict appearance policy that prohibits players from having facial hair other than mustaches, except for religious reasons. The policy also states that players' hair cannot touch their collars. The rule was established in 1976 by then-owner George Steinbrenner and manager Billy Martin, and some say it's a tradition that makes the Yankees stand out from other teams. However, the policy has divided opinion among fans, with some arguing that it restricts players' individuality and makes the Yankees less attractive to free agents.

TL: DR Steinbrenner: Damn hippies

 

[NWD Buff]

TIL

what's the rationale?

Johnny Damon

 

[BuffsNYC]

The Yankees still have this policy.

More proof that it's idiotic.

 

[Hank]

I liked this story.

 

[hokiehead]

Last night at the Dead & Company show at the Sphere

 

[NWD Buff]

I can't remember ever seeing such an outpouring of positive stories about a public figure after their passing. What an amazing legacy.

 

[hokiehead]