Social media reactions to the news of Oklahoma AD Joe Castiglione retiring
From helping OU Athletics dig out of a financial hole to the 26 national championships and ushering the Sooners into the SEC and through the start of the name, image, and likeness era, Castiglione has helped OU navigate a lot of changes in collegiate athletics over the last 27 years.
From media to administrators, fans and former athletes, many took to social media to express their admiration for Joe Castiglione over the last couple of days. Here's how social media reacted to the retirement of "Joe C."
From the President
From SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey
From his son
What an impact
From the Protege
From the Broadcast Booth
From former Sooner Trent Ratterree
A Legend in Admin
The GOAT
A Mentor to Many
One of a Kind
Game recognizes game
Friend to Many
Made a lasting Impact
From Oklahoma Men's Gymanstics Coach
South Carolina Head Coach Shane Beamer
Oklahoma Football GM Jim Nagy
Former OU Softball Star
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