It goes without saying that Deion Sanders is not someone who will tolerate disrespect, especially when it comes from his own flesh and blood. Even if it’s just a casual game, no sir, no disrespect allowed. And he makes it clear by pulling out a memorable recollection of a hilarious basketball game with Shedeur Sanders.
Deion Sanders is a sports phenomenon who played both NFL and MLB. But little do the public know that he was nearly a three-star sport when he was offered the chance to play for the NBA team Atlanta Hawks under GM Stan Kasten who was also the GM for his team Atlanta Braves. He still carries the skills and interest with him which is passed down to Shedeur Sanders.
Deion Sanders shares a funny basketball memory with Shedeur Sanders
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Well Off Media captured an interesting scene where Deion Sanders fondly recalled a memorable time he played basketball. In his discussion with NBA trainer Chris Lethal Shooter Matthews, he confessed how Shedeur Sanders made basketball disrespectful to him. The Buffs HC said, “Shedeur slapped my ball and pushed me, man… I think I just walked off the court because it was so disrespectful man. I’m like I can’t do this no more.”
While Deion Sanders playfully dismisses his QB son’s fiery competitive spirit, he still does everything with his kids. The father-son duo who played almost all their football games together have a close-knit relationship. The pair even played a bit of basketball at the CU Buffs Arena last fall showcasing their strong bond. And while we’re on the basketball talk, let’s shift to Shedeur Sanders who recently made an interesting appearance at a basketball event.
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Shedeur Sanders makes an appearance at the CIAA Tournament
Just because you’re no longer at an HBCU doesn’t mean you can’t attend a HBCU basketball tournament, especially if you’re Shedeur Sanders. His appearance at the Fan Fest of the Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association (CIAA) Tournament garnered love from fans. The 22-year-old college football star even took in a part of the women’s championship game on Saturday.
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As the oldest conference for HBCUs in the US, the CIAA remains an important event for Shedeur Sanders. The conference consists of 13 institutions and is usually one of the most popular basketball events with the best attendance. The Buffs QB who threw for 3,230 yards and 27 TDs last season is branching out beyond football which highlights his broad vision.