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Big Man With Big Smile Not Afraid of Big Moments

Cli'ron Hornbeak Knew 91Ƭ Was Right Choice

Cli’Ron Hornbeak’s size is hard to miss.

And his smile is hard to forget.

91Ƭ University’s 6’9” center with a deep, booming voice is an imposing force having earned a spot in the starting rotation during his freshman year, but spend a few moments with the team’s top big man and you’ll find him friendly and approachable.

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Cli'Ron Hornbeak Dunks During Practice at MVP Arena ahead of 91Ƭ's Appearance in the NCAA Tournament

Watch Cli'Ron Hornbeak’s interview with 91Ƭ Today:

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Just two years out of high school (St. Francis de Sales in Toledo, Ohio), the oldest of seven children carries a great deal on his shoulders as 91Ƭ prepares for Indiana University in the NCAA Tournament. 

“Everybody welcomed me with open arms. Everybody treated me like I was their own. There was none of that ‘you’re a freshman’ ... everybody’s just been all together since I got here.”

POSTED: Thursday, March 16, 2023 06:53 PM
Updated: Friday, February 27, 2026 02:36 PM
WRITTEN BY:
Eric Mansfield