Sports broadcaster Craig Sager passed away on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2016, after a two-year battle with acute myeloid leukemia. He was 65.
Sager, who graduated from Northwestern’s School of Speech in 1973, became well known for his colorfully eclectic wardrobe choices, but it was his diligence as a journalist and his positive spirit that stood out to those who knew him best.
Below is a collection of reflections about Sager’s life and his impact from several Northwestern alumni.
Craig Sager was reporter first, sideline superstar second https://t.co/Qf3Av4Bz20
— J.A. Adande (@jadande) December 15, 2016
Just filed my Craig Sager tribute to https://t.co/9UOFdoNiUY. Think I’ll go cry now. What a loss
— J.A. Adande (@jadande) December 15, 2016
Steve Kerr’s insistence on applause instead of silence last night is so fitting. Thanks for showing so many of us the way Wildcat. RIP Craig
— Michael Wilbon (@RealMikeWilbon) December 16, 2016
The Hustle: Craig Sager, 22, working for $95 a week for a radio station, was the closest to Hank Aaron after he hit #715. pic.twitter.com/gy0OwjuBYt
— Darren Rovell (@darrenrovell) December 15, 2016
Craig Sager was truly one of a kind. Among the great characters our business has ever known. Deepest sympathies to his family. #SagerStrong
— Mike Greenberg (@Espngreeny) December 15, 2016