Huggins, 73, is the winningest coach in Cincinnati Bearcats history and is set to be inducted into the University of Cincinnati Athletics Hall of Fame on Friday.The Huggins family said it chose to keep the matter private over the past several months but decided to speak out before Friday's induction."Bob is living with a progressive cognitive condition that has begun to affect his memory, and aspects of his daily life," the statement read.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGEWest Virginia head coach Bob Huggins watches the run of play during the Big 12 Tournament game between the Kansas Jayhawks and the West Virginia Mountaineers on Thursday, March 9, 2023, at T-Mobile Center in Kansas City, Mo.
(Nick Tre.Smith/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)"While the family has chosen to keep this matter private over the past several months, they believe this is an appropriate time to share the news with the many people who have supported Bob throughout his remarkable career, particularly as he prepares to be honored with induction into the University of Cincinnati’s James P.
Kelly Athletics Hall of Fame."The statement said Huggins will be surrounded by his family as they navigate this next chapter and that the family will not provide further comment on his health."Although Bob and his family recognize the challenges that lie ahead, they remain focused on the relationships, experiences, and moments that bring him joy.He continues to be surrounded by the unwavering love and support of his wife, June; his daughters, Jenna and Jacqueline; and his entire family," the statement read.THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE.
DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW!Head coach Bob Huggins of the West Virginia Mountaineers looks on during a college basketball game against the Oklahoma State Cowboys at the WVU Coliseum on Feb.20, 2023, in Morgantown, W.Va.
(Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)"The Huggins family extends its sincere appreciation to the former players, co...