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An Open Letter To My Childhood Hero Jerry Sloan

I know it’s been several years since you officially hung up your whistle and rode your tractor off into the sunset. Nevertheless, I don’t know what else to call you other than “coach.” I think I speak in behalf of all Jazz fans when I say that you’ll always be coach — especially in our hearts.

You’re a permanent fixture on the mantlepiece of Utah basketball and your spot is forever reserved.

When news broke about your diagnosis, I wish I could say I was shocked. You’re an old man and this is what happens to old men.