Keady, Knight Unite for Hickory Appearance

Legendary college coaches Gene Keady (left) and Bob Knight (right) are the Hickory Honorees for Feb. 8.They are like former gladiators now, whiling away the peaceful days of their retirements with the time and perspective to reminisce about their heated battles as often and for as long as they desire.

But it so happens they don't desire.

Gene Keady and Bob Knight coached against one another 41 times in their respective careers at Purdue and Indiana, co-authoring a chapter in the annals of Hoosier Hysteria unlikely to be equaled for its passion, drama, excellence, and temporary insanity. Both coaches won big, ranking first (Knight) and second (Keady) in career Big Ten victories when they…