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The Philadelphia Phillies may have won the World Series, but Philadelphia 76ers coach Maurice Cheeks had already won our hearts.
Back when Cheeks coached the Portland Trail Blazers, nerves got the best of 13-year-old Natalie Gilbert as she began to sing the national anthem before a Blazers/Mavericks game.
Suddenly forgetting the words, Gilbert stood frozen in front of thousands of fans.
Like a true pro, Coach Cheeks strode to Gilbert's side, put his arm around her, and coaxed the crowd to join in. The two finished the anthem together to a chorus of cheers ... and one big hug.
Coach Hits the Right Note
The Philadelphia Phillies may have won the World Series, but Philadelphia 76ers coach Maurice Cheeks had already won our hearts.Back when Cheeks coached the Portland Trail Blazers, nerves got the best of 13-year-old Natalie Gilbert as she began to sing the national anthem before a Blazers/Mavericks game.
Suddenly forgetting the words, Gilbert stood frozen in front of thousands of fans.
Like a true pro, Coach Cheeks strode to Gilbert's side, put his arm around her, and coaxed the crowd to join in. The two finished the anthem together to a chorus of cheers ... and one big hug.
