Austin Hatch SC feature

Submitted by Boogeyman on February 9th, 2015 at 6:05 PM

Currently on ESPNU. Amazing story if you have yet to see it.

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Rhino77

February 9th, 2015 at 6:10 PM ^

I had to hide my tears watching it this morning while sitting at my desk. That's Emmy winning stuff right there.

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Boogeyman

February 9th, 2015 at 6:12 PM ^

ESPN doesn't cover sports well, but they do a very good job with sentimental/inspirational pieces.

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LeBron James

February 9th, 2015 at 7:47 PM ^

They cover sports better than anyone, actually.

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TheFugitive

February 9th, 2015 at 10:07 PM ^

I'm sure you love Skip Bayless' coverage of you, your Highness

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mgoblue0970

February 10th, 2015 at 1:15 AM ^

And by coverage, you mean swinging from his jock.

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mgoblue0970

February 10th, 2015 at 1:14 AM ^

Espn has completely lost their way... they are a mix of sensationalism, the tabloid, and a desire to make the news rather than report it. The collection of ass clowns who have worked there is long and distinguished:

- Chris Berman

- Stephan A Smith

- Skip Bayless

- Colin Cowherd

- Matt Millen

- Woody Paige

- Steve Phillips

- Tony Kornheiser

- Dana Jacobson

- Michael Irving

- Jemele Hill

- Rob Parker

- Lou Holtz

- Craig James -- apparently killing 5 hookers didn't show up in the background check

Except for when actual games are on; ESPN has become mostly un-watchable. Anyone doubt me? I have 2 words for you "The Decision"!

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Tater

February 9th, 2015 at 6:18 PM ^

Austin Hatch is "emmy-winning stuff;" ESPN is just a company that happened to document it without getting in the way.

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Rhino77

February 9th, 2015 at 6:22 PM ^

Honestly, Austin is pretty stoic. His sister are what really got me. I never saw that side of the story. It amazes me how many people have surrounded Austin with love. I can see why he fought so hard.

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Rhino77

February 9th, 2015 at 6:23 PM ^

*sisters

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I Like Burgers

February 9th, 2015 at 7:02 PM ^

Got news for you: getting out of the way of a good story and telling it ain't as easy as it seems. Really pisses me off when people down play the role of producers and reporters working on a story like this.

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Rhino77

February 9th, 2015 at 7:32 PM ^

I won my first Emmy (Midwest/Chicago) in 2014 and could not agree more.

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DFW_Michigan_Man

February 9th, 2015 at 6:18 PM ^

I have tears in my eyes watching. I am so proud to have this young man represent our great University! The amount of adversity he has overcome should be an inspiration to us all. It also goes without saying that John Beilein is great basketball coach, but an even better man!

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DFW_Michigan_Man

February 9th, 2015 at 6:33 PM ^

Commenting on the feel good story of Austin Hatch even draws the ire of this fickle bunch!

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MeanJoe07

February 9th, 2015 at 6:46 PM ^

I'm gonna lie. . . I didn't have tears.

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HenneGivenSunday

February 10th, 2015 at 10:29 PM ^

Tears throughout.. Proud of JB for being the man he is and so proud to have Austin representing Michigan. This truly is the Michigan Difference. He's destined for great things in life.

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OccaM

February 9th, 2015 at 6:20 PM ^

I just had one question constantly popping up in my head while watching it... How did his father keep his pilot's license? I just don't understand...

Other than that question, I hope Austin goes on to do great things on the basketball floor and off it b/c it seems like he's destined to.

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Boogeyman

February 9th, 2015 at 6:24 PM ^

http://www.mlive.com/news/index.ssf/2012/04/report_outlines_what_caused… Sorry it's from MLive

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OccaM

February 9th, 2015 at 6:35 PM ^

This just makes it seem like both crashes were due to his father's lack of knowledge regarding basic flight mechanics/preparations circling right back to how he kept his license...

Ugh.

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MeanJoe07

February 9th, 2015 at 6:47 PM ^

It amazes me that he has such a positive attitude and doesn't blame his father.

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Indonacious

February 9th, 2015 at 6:54 PM ^

Also surprised that his father would have wanted to pilot a plane again after the first crash. Nevertheless, the real story is regarding Austin's perseverance.

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RobM_24

February 9th, 2015 at 7:12 PM ^

I can't believe he got back in a plane after crash #1, and I really can't believe he still flies after crash #2. For me, if I survive 1 crash I'm pulling a John Madden and never flying again.

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LSAClassOf2000

February 9th, 2015 at 7:30 PM ^

One thing that ran through my mind is the persistence with which we followed his story - the tragedy, the recovery and everything along the way - and vowed to ourselves that we would give him the longest ovation possible the first time he played for Michigan. That's exactly what we did too, and kudos to this fanbase and Beilein and his staff and everyone for standing behind Austin Hatch.

His is an incredible story full of sadness but also with what seems like unending support and hope and fight for the future. I think we are privileged to have him here and to see at least a segment of what is hopefully a long and successful life.

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Black Socks

February 9th, 2015 at 7:33 PM ^

Man that hurts, even if you already read the story.

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Mocha Cub

February 9th, 2015 at 11:25 PM ^

Does anyone know when it will be on again? Was it an E-60 program? Any help so that I could find it on tv listings would be greatly appreciated.

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OccaM

February 10th, 2015 at 12:23 AM ^

Just look on ESPN's website or google ESPN Austin Hatch.

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RobM_24

February 10th, 2015 at 2:03 AM ^

There's a link on the M Basketball Twitter, as well as on MGoBlue. It's on like 15 more times over the next month.

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2 Walter Smith

February 10th, 2015 at 3:33 AM ^

His Dad's love of Michigan, and the passing of that passion to his son really got me. It seems Austin used that passion for Michigan to help fuel his comeback. Go Blue!

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charblue.

February 10th, 2015 at 12:11 PM ^

have suffered hardship and find redemption by showing others how to appreciate opportunity and their place in the world. He is a man with beautiful spirit and Michigan is lucky to have him on campus and part of its athletic program. He really ought to be a team captain going forward.

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