Husband. Father. Basketball Coach. Thankful for great Family & Friends-Opinions are my own
Joined June 2009
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Bob Simmons retweeted
POV: your favorite week of summer just started ๐๐
Train, compete, and grow alongside athletes from around the world at IMG Academy Basketball Camp. Explore upcoming basketball camp sessions and start your journey today๐ bit.ly/4dgBDKC
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Jun 12
Happy birthday to my friend & former boss @btaylorhoops @ElonMBasketball ! I hope that you enjoy your special day w/family, friends & a chocolate chip cookie!๐๐๐๐๐ช
Happy birthday, @btaylorhoops! ๐๐ซก
#PhoenixRising
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Bob Simmons retweeted
IMG Academy alumnus Maxime Meyer helped Canada capture its first-ever FIBA U18 AmeriCup championship ๐จ๐ฆ๐
From competing on campus to winning on the international stage, Maxime's journey is a testament to what's possible when talent meets opportunity. Congrats, Max!
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Jun 5
Congratulations @JohnPigatti on an amazing career!
๐จ BREAKING NEWS ๐จ
After 20 incredible years of leadership, mentorship, championships, and changing lives, Coach John Pigatti has decided to step away from the sidelines as Head Boys Basketball Coach at South Suburban College.
Words truly canโt describe what this man means to so many people โ players, families, coaches, and communities. Personally, I absolutely love this man because of what he has done for young Black men through basketball, education, mentorship, and opportunity. Privately, I affectionately call him โWhite Jesusโ ๐๐ฝ๐คฃ๐ค because his impact has been nothing short of legendary.
And the numbers? They speak louder than words:
๐ Career Record: 572-111 (.84)
๐ Highest winning percentage and record among ANY college coach over the last 20 years
๐ National Champion
๐ Hall of Famer
๐ Builder of men, not just basketball players
But statistics only tell part of the story.
His true legacy lives in the countless young men he guided toward degrees, scholarships, four-year schools, careers, and better futures.
South Holland will never be the same. Region IV basketball will never be the same.
Job well done, my good and faithful servant.
Coach Pigattiโฆ thank you for everything.
You will truly be missed. ๐ค๐๐ฝ๐@JohnPigatti @DailySouthtown @SouthtownSports @scottybscout
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Bob Simmons retweeted
๐บ๐ธ Team USA!
Congratulations to Kelsi Andrews and Miciah "Mimi" Fusilier on earning selection to the 2026 USA Women's U18 National Team.
IMG Academy is proud of you both.
#TeamUSA #USABasketball #IMGAcademy ๐๐บ๐ธ
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Bob Simmons retweeted
๐จ๐ฆ Congratulations to Maxime Meyer on his selection to the 2026 Canada Men's U18 National Team.
IMG Academy Basketball develops student-athletes for opportunities like this, competing among the best and representing their country on the world stageโผ๏ธ
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Bob Simmons retweeted
๐บ๐ธ Congratulations to Mimi Fusilier and Kelsi Andrews on their selection to the 2026 USA Womenโs U18 National Team.
Two Ascenders. One national stage. Proud doesnโt cover it.
IMG Academy Basketball | Preparing student-athletes for moments like this.
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Bob Simmons retweeted
Welcome to the family, Coach Johnson! ๐
Jackson Johnson is the new Head Coach of IMG Academy Boys National Basketball after back to back NEPSAC AAA titles and a 2026 National Prep Championship. The future is bright in Bradenton. ๐
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Bob Simmons retweeted
May 24
Passion isnโt just how you compete โ itโs how you show up every single day.
Congratulations to IMG Academy Track & Fieldโs Sean Messina, recipient of the 2026 Nick Bollettieri โPower of Passionโ Award. ๐
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Bob Simmons retweeted
From up here, you can really see what A-Day is all about ๐๐
Nearly 100 college football coaches from all divisions and programs evaluating elite IMG Academy Football student-athletes at one of the top showcases in the country. ๐ฏ
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Bob Simmons retweeted
Attention coaches/programs
IMG Academy is looking to schedule games for the upcoming season. If interested, please reach out via DM or to Andrew Phillippe. ๐
Looking forward to competing against great programs this yearโผ๏ธ
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Bob Simmons retweeted
A proven winner joins the staff ๐ฆโ๐ฅ
Introducing our new assistant coach, John Krikorian!
๐ฐ ยป bit.ly/4tthvtq
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May 1
Congrats @GhenyMensSoccer @alleghenycol Ange! You have made a great impact on so many people. ๐โฝ๏ธ
A big congratulations to former head coach Angelo Panzetta as we celebrate his 25th year at Allegheny College! A great mentor and friend to so many Gators over the years and we canโt thank him enough for all he continues to do for Allegheny Athletics! #GoGators
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Apr 21
One of the best to walk the sidelines. Always welcomed my staff & I into his gym.
Apr 20
Over many yrs. Matt Clement has been one of my favorite stories. Discovered by MLB scouts by accident, made it to majors, stayed humble โ and came back to alma mater Butler to coach basketball.
After 17 seasons Matt has stepped down as coach. His story:
post-gazette.com/sports/highโฆ
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Bob Simmons retweeted
The camera roll tells the story ๐ธ
Signing Day at IMG Academy captures the journey, the sacrifices, and the people who made it all possible. We are so proud of each and every one of you๐ฅน๐
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Apr 16
Congratulations @martinellip30 ! Very proud of you & well deserved. @Mounties_Sports got a good one - person, husband, teacher, coach!
We're proud to announce Pat Martinelli as the new head coach of our menโs basketball program.
Coach Martinelli comes from Carnegie Mellon, where he was an assistant coach the last three seasons.
Welcome to the Mount, Coach Martinelli!
#GoMounties
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Apr 11
Great hire! Very happy & proud of @martinellip30 for becoming a head coach. Mount Aloysius got a good one!
Apr 11
D3 DIRT: Mount Aloysius set to name D3 assistant as new Head Basketball Coach
hoopdirt.com/d3-dirt-mount-aโฆ
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Bob Simmons retweeted
Mar 28
Godโs plan, that dream was put into your heart for a reason. Donโt let anything stop you from living your dream. Use this as a sign to achieve your dreams. #runyourownrace
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Apr 2
Congratulations @Dustin_Ford @ZipsMBB ! Happy for you and your family my friend.
Mar 30
Dustin Ford Named Akron Zips Head Menโs Basketball Coach
๐ฐ tinyurl.com/ynbzd76m
#GoZips๐ฆ
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