Rayful Edmond was an avid fan of the
Georgetown Hoyas, and frequently sat courtside with his entourage at the
Capital Centre for home games. At the height of his empire, he became very friendly with several Hoyas players. When
Georgetown University basketball coach (and D.C. native)
John Thompson confirmed what was happening, he sent word through his sources to have Edmond meet him at his office at
McDonough Gymnasium.
When Edmond arrived, Thompson was initially cordial, and informed Edmond that he needed to cease all contacts with his players,
[5]specifically
John Turner and
Alonzo Mourning, both of whom had befriended Edmond.
[6]However, Thompson's parting words to Edmond were that Edmond would face serious consequences if he did not stay away from his players.
[7] It is believed that Thompson is the only person to stand up to Edmond without consequence,
[8] initially causing some shock and surprise that there was no reprisal against Thompson for it.

RIP to the GOAT