The 1980 ACC Championship: A Game That Still Echoes
A last‑second rebound in the 1980 ACC final between Duke and Maryland sparked a controversy that still reverberates, involving Bill Foster, Kenny Dennard and Buck Williams.
Aug 21, 2026
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1980 Duke–Maryland Rivalry: A Season of Clash and Controversy
The 1980 ACC basketball season pitted Duke against Maryland in a series of tightly fought games, marked by strategic clock management and a disputed final score.
Aug 20, 2026
Johnny Dawkins’ Clutch Block and Shot Recalled in NBA History
The 1986 game between the Philadelphia 76ers and the Portland Trail Blazers featured a buzzer‑beating block by Johnny Dawkins and a clutch shot that secured a 104‑102 victory, a moment that still resonates with fans and analysts.
Jul 31, 2026
The Dominant Sports Identity of America’s Elite Colleges
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.
Jul 26, 2026
The 1979 Duke‑UNC Showdown: How Dean Smith’s Slowdown Defined a Classic
In a low‑scoring clash that still reverberates through college basketball lore, Dean Smith’s deliberate slowdown strategy led Duke to a narrow triumph over UNC, a game forever marked by an iconic airball and the careers of future NBA stars.
May 12, 2026