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Duke University’s men’s basketball program is synonymous with resilience, having engineered some of the most astonishing comebacks in NCAA history. This article revisits five of those iconic turnarounds, highlighting the players, coaches, and moments that defined them.
A recent survey maps the primary sports passions of the nation's leading colleges, revealing how football and basketball shape tradition, fan devotion and institutional pride across campuses from the East Coast to the West Coast.
Bob Skinner, a Hall of Fame‑caliber figure in Major League Baseball, passed away on May 4 at the age of 94 in San Diego. His 12‑season playing career, three‑time All‑Star status, and later managerial roles left an indelible mark on the sport.
Raymond “Corky” Withrow, a Hall of Fame basketball player from Kentucky who later pursued a brief but notable career in Major League Baseball, died on April 22 at the age of 88 in Owensboro, Kentucky. He is survived by his wife Barbara and their children Keith, Kelly and Robin.
From his early days in Richmond to his pivotal role in the Pirates' 1971 World Series triumph, Gene Alley's career blended brilliance, resilience, and a legacy that still resonates in baseball lore.
Duke and Kansas eye a fall exhibition at Allen Fieldhouse, with a reciprocal game slated for Cameron Indoor Stadium next year, promising a clash of historic programs.
An exploration of the most frequently worn jersey numbers at Duke, the players who made them iconic, and the traditions surrounding retired and changed digits.