I felt the same way about Kampe during the MidCon days. I even posted pictures of his weird outfits and Christmas sweaters on the old forum board. Then I delved deeper into what the man did and what he was about and you just can’t help like him. It was great watching them beat Kentucky. I can’t stand Kentucky. Kentucky stands for everything that is wrong with college basketball. Greg Kampe just made my whole tournament. Thanks for the memories, Paul.
Thanks, Paul. That was solid gold. I never hated Oakland or its coach, I just hated the thought of them ever beating Valpo and breaking the streak. In my case as well, it was Kampe who extended greetings to me 19 years ago when I didn't know him from Adam. We've been at least casual friends ever since.
My friends were definitely in the “Yes, Kentucky’s losing” group while I was the only one just hoping that Oakland stayed the course and won…for the school and the coach! The Oakland rivalry was really awesome. And, definitely so much respect for Coach Kampe, on and off the coach. Thanks, Paul, for all the insight over the years!
I felt the same way about Kampe during the MidCon days. I even posted pictures of his weird outfits and Christmas sweaters on the old forum board. Then I delved deeper into what the man did and what he was about and you just can’t help like him. It was great watching them beat Kentucky. I can’t stand Kentucky. Kentucky stands for everything that is wrong with college basketball. Greg Kampe just made my whole tournament. Thanks for the memories, Paul.
Thanks, Paul. That was solid gold. I never hated Oakland or its coach, I just hated the thought of them ever beating Valpo and breaking the streak. In my case as well, it was Kampe who extended greetings to me 19 years ago when I didn't know him from Adam. We've been at least casual friends ever since.
Really enjoyed your article and the Kentucky loss last night...what a game!
Really great article!
I love this. Living in the Detroit area, I've had the same feelings over the years with Kampe. I'm so happy for their big win last night.
So happy for Kampe and Oakland. Love watching his teams play at Wright State each year.
My friends were definitely in the “Yes, Kentucky’s losing” group while I was the only one just hoping that Oakland stayed the course and won…for the school and the coach! The Oakland rivalry was really awesome. And, definitely so much respect for Coach Kampe, on and off the coach. Thanks, Paul, for all the insight over the years!