Life is fragile. It’s a cliche that you’re here one second and gone the next, but things are often cliche’s because they are true. Earlier this year the Purdue family was shocked and saddened to learn of the passing of Caleb “Biggie” Swanigan. Biggie had been such a sensation at Purdue and to see him go the NBA before ultimately succumbing to his demons and passing away at age 25 was incredibly difficult. He will always have a place in the rafters of Mackey Arena due to reaching All-American status. This year however, he will be front and center each time Purdue puts on their jerseys.
Purdue Basketball Honors Caleb Swanigan
