January 29, 2008
Mangino hospitalized for tests
Kansas head coach Mark Mangino was admitted to the intensive care unit of a Lawrence, Kansas hospital at 9pm on Sunday for "routine tests" on Monday.
"I underwent some tests over the past couple of days at Lawrence Memorial Hospital," Mangino said in a statement issued Monday night through the athletic department. "These are tests that I had put off until after the season. The tests have been completed, I'm fine and I'll be back in the office and recruiting starting tomorrow."
While everyone is saying that this was a scheduled test (and maybe it was) the entire KU community was holding its breath when this was announced. Mangino has been cautioned before about the health risks associated with his weight, and was even encouraged by the Kansas AD to undergo gastric bypass.
Still, something about this situation gives me pause. Why would Coach Mangino schedule a routine test that would require him to be in the intensive care unit just days before National Signing Day? That just doesn't jive. If it's something scheduled, then why not schedule it after NSD??
I'm not saying that KU is out-and-out whitewashing the story, but... I think we're missing some details.
Comments:
OU-Ron
posted on January 29, 2008 8:53 AM — 216.201.209.146 — link — abuse?
said:
Probably the only explanation is that the tests were heart related, and seeing that he’s probably 300 lb overweight, they may have wanted him in the intensive care unit to begin with just in case they found something that had to be dealt with immediately.
Whatever the case may be, I hope he’s really ok.
Lose some weight Mark, before it’s too late..
Tom Blogical
posted on January 29, 2008 9:11 AM — 24.95.77.153 — link — abuse? said:
His quote tells me that he isn't taking the situation seriously. The way I'm reading his quote, he seems to be saying he got the bothersome tests done and out of the way so his doctor and anybody else who cares will get off his back; at least for a little while.
I hope he wakes up and smells the coffee soon.
posted on January 29, 2008 10:15 AM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse?War Eagle Atlanta
said:
gOSU: #2 LMAO!
Anyone seen that picture of Mangino standing next to the Orange Bowl mascot? He's wider than that big cartoon orange. Kevin, you should post that pic above.
I've never understood how players can learn discipline from someone who has none of his own...
TE
posted on January 29, 2008 12:40 PM — 204.68.245.11 — link — abuse? said:
This week, on A&E's "Inside the Brookhaven Institute for Morbid Obesity," a very special episode...
He reached the highest levels of success in his profession...He reached the highest level of bad LDL's...
He won a game in the BCS...He ate too many Subway BMT's...
Mark Mangino stars...
posted on January 29, 2008 1:46 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Mangino and friend. Mangino is the one on the left...
http://deadspin.com/sports/mark-mangino/mark-mangino-makes-a-new-friend-331313.php
Sorry! I just had to...
posted on January 29, 2008 3:05 PM — 205.188.116.136 — link — abuse? said:
Good eye, Ron. Seperated at birth for sure. Of course, Hardy had a little shorter moustache, a la Hitler, but they definitely look alike. I think Hardy was probably a bit smaller.
Both Mangino and Obie wear a size 66L coat, apparently...
Tomcat said:
posted on January 29, 2008 7:36 PM — 70.243.164.143 — link — abuse?
WarEagAtL Thanks for the link buddy, yes Mangino is one of the greatest coaches who used to work for Stoops at OU.He had a remarkable season that will always be remembered.What are come around from last year when they couldnt even beat Bayor.
Orange bowl champs
Get well soon coach
Jayhawks play the Horns this year
It easy to critisize someones lifestyle or apperance, just remember nobodys perfect. Try to put yourself in their position.
Adios TomcatLennie Collins
posted on January 29, 2008 7:55 PM — 70.251.191.250 — link — abuse? said:
Tomcat, Post #18, most intelligent post to date! And he is right! For all you guys out there guzzling your liquor and puffing on your cigarettes, remember your body stores that junk and if ya don't exercise? Remember we cannot make anyone change...that's is up to dat person!
Zac said:
posted on January 30, 2008 12:19 PM — 209.36.193.14 — link — abuse?
Well, leave it to Bevo Boy to spell out the rules. You’re a cool kid, but deess izza no place to seet onna U high horse. Leava da selfa rrrighteouza ahtituda elssa wherrrre.
Difficult as it may be to tell a fellow Pizan to lay off the pasta, I have to say, Mark, if you’re listening, you’re way past due. (Of course, I’m gonna feel pretty silly if he has a thyroid problem, or other condition which makes loosing weight problematic.)
None of us have to be told how high profile and high stress a college football HC job is. Obesity to the level Mark suffers from lends to stress well beyond that. Trust me; a colonoscopy won’t help. Heart-Rate & Blood-Pressure medication only treat the symptoms. If he wants to see 52, let alone the rest of his potential life, he really needs to attack this issue with the same aggression he uses to attack his job.
We’re praying for ya, Mark. We wanna see ya on the side-lines. Best of luck.
By the way, the Rodriguez/WVU saga contiinues. Film at 11:00.
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MikeWVU
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posted on January 29, 2008 7:35 AM — 208.104.227.154 — link — abuse?I'm trying to refrain from making the obivious comment! Wish you well. please call Richard Simmons or Jenny Craig b4 its to late