Bob Huggins’ family discloses progressive cognitive condition

Bob Huggins is living with a progressive cognitive condition that has begun affecting his memory and aspects of daily life, his family said in a statement released Wednesday in coordination with the University of Cincinnati. The family said it had kept the matter private for several months and chose to share the news as Huggins prepares to be inducted into Cincinnati’s James P. Kelly Athletics Hall of Fame. Huggins, 73, and his family were expected on campus for the ceremony that weekend, the university said. Cincinnati also said he would not be available for media interviews. The statement did not identify a specific diagnosis or provide further clinical details. The health disclosure and description of its effects came from the family; no independent medical confirmation was reported. The family said Huggins was grateful for the honor and looked forward to returning to Cincinnati, seeing former players and friends, and reflecting on his years leading the Bearcats. The family also said he and his relatives recognize challenges ahead and are focusing on relationships and experiences that bring him joy. It asked for privacy and understanding as they navigate the situation....