Scottie Pippen, not necessarily known for his speaking, gave an interview recently (after the halftime tribute ceremony) that really sums up what Red meant to so many people: The ceremony that was held to honor him during halftime of the Pistons game a couple weeks ago can be found here.  A tear comes to my [...]

Matt over at Blogabull posted this video which really shows Norm’s love for the Bulls.  This video embodies how passionate Norm was about the Bulls, basketball and taking pride in what you do.  He really starts going crazy around 1:40 in the video.  Who is going to bring that attitude and perspective in the post-game [...]

I’m not a very emotional guy by nature.  I show anger, excitement, and passion, sure, but sadness?  It’s not as easy for me.  After writing about Stormin’ Norman yesterday, I was basically spent in terms of being able to feel sad.  Then the tragic news came in late last night that Johnny “Red” Kerr passed [...]

I’m at a loss for words.  This is one of the saddest days in Chicago sports in my lifetime, if not the saddest.  On the heels of reports that Bulls legend Norm Van Lier passed away this morning, news comes in that Johnny “Red” Kerr has died as well.  After a long struggle with prostate [...]

A tragic, tragic event has happened today.  Norm Van Lier, former player and current broadcaster for the Chicago Bulls, passed away at the age of 61 today.  As many of you may have guessed, my handle, “Stormin Norman Disciple”, is an ode to Norm’s voracious passion for the game and life in general.  I always [...]