ACC Tournament Opener Draws 15 362 With Buzz For Virginia
The seven team ACC format drew strong crowds in the opening afternoon as Virginia eyes a fifth attempt at finals. Coach Bill Gibson and Barry Parkhill were praised as coach of the year and most valuable player respectively, while Maryland edged Clemson in a tense finish aided by Tom McMillen and Len Elmore.
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Maryland Terrapins Advance Toward Semifinals
Maryland and coach Gary Williams edge toward the semifinal round as Tom McMillen leads the freshmen crowd in Greensboro. Smith and Elmore fuel the Terps as conversations grow about UNC and Maryland’s postseason prospects.
Duke Dream Remains A Reality
Duke defeats NC State 73 60 in the ACC tournament first round at Greensboro Coliseum. Waters notes past foes and plans to slow down UNC while Maryland and Virginia prepare for semifinal matchups with Elmore and McMillen making key contributions for Maryland.
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ACC backs ban on courts used by pros for undergrad contracts
The ACC Athletic Directors voted to prohibit any member school from playing on a basketball court used by a professional team if that team signs an undergraduate to a contract. The recommendation will be formalized to the ACC faculty athletic chairmen at a later meeting.
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Driesell Relives Trimble Start That Helped Maryland Win
Maryland coach Lefty Driesell recalls starting Jap Trimble over Len Elmore in a Clemson game after a scorebook error. Trimble scored the opening basket and Maryland needed every point as they edged Clemson 54 to 52.
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