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SIU coach, former Bears coach chokes up when talking about Jackie Stiles

Former MSU coach Barry Hinson talks about Jackie Stiles as she goes through her cancer treatment. Wyatt Wheeler/News-Leader

Southern Illinois head coach Barry Hinson had Jackie Stiles address his team the day before the Salukis took on MSU at JQH Arena.

Hinson spent nine seasons as the head coach at Missouri State from 1999-08. He was there to witness Stiles become a legend.

What was the message Stiles had for his team?

"I don't know," Hinson said as he removed his glasses to wipe away tears. "I was crying.