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	Jim Valvano - Hoopedia
		Valvano was a star point guard at Rutgers University in 1967, where he partnered with first-team All American Bob Lloyd to form the best backcourt in the school's history.
		Under the leadership of Valvano and Lloyd, Rutgers finished third at the 1967 NIT Tournament, which was the last basketball tournament held at the old Madison Square Garden at 50th Street and Eighth Avenue.
		Valvano told an ESPY audience, on March 4, 1993, that he took some of Lombardi’s inspirational speeches out of his book “Commitment to Excellence” and used it on his team.
	hoopedia.nba.com /index.php/Jim_Valvano (1307 words)

	Jim Valvano
		On March 4, 1993, Jim Valvano was awarded the inaugural Arthur Ashe Courage and Humanitarian Award at the first annual ESPY Awards.
		Jim Valvano was 346-212 in 19 seasons as an NCAA head coach.
		Valvano is remembered for running up and down the court after winning the 1983 NCAA championship, seemingly in disbelief and looking for someone to hug.
	www.spock.com /Jim-Valvano (167 words)

	ESPN Classic - Chapter One: The Gift
		Jim always claimed that whatever success he had, and for that matter whatever success anyone enjoys, can at some point be traced to a person who simply said, "I believe in you.
		While changing his mind could sometimes lead to accusations of Jim being calculating, disingenuous, insincere, and shifty, many times it was nothing more than him simply saying, "Hey, I changed my mind." The frequency and alacrity with which people reacted to this leads me to think that nobody must change their minds anymore.
		Sure there was a great deal of courage in what Jim did in the last months of his life, but at the core was his faith in the knowledge that even at that point he was asked to make, and did make, a choice.
	espn.go.com /classic/s/020318valvanoone.html (1453 words)

	I Remember Jim Valvano: Personal Memories of and Anecdotes to Basketball's Most Exuberant Final Four Coach, as Told by ...
		Valvano transcended his sport, touching millions as he emerged as one of the most charismatic and, ultimately, courageous figures in American life who touched millions.
		In I Remember Jim Valvano, he is remembered by former players, fellow coaches, a variety of other basketball experts, close associates, and many others as one of college basketball's great movers and shakers, a man with a heart as big as his popularity.
		Valvano's life is the classic story of courage and determination as borne out in his memorable line: "Don't give up.
	www.tonsofspecials.com /sales.php?355672 (761 words)

	abc11tv.com: Who Was Jimmy V?
		Jim believed that enthusiasm for life, dreaming big, and working hard were the elements that allowed him to be successful.
		Jim Valvano had a walk, but it was more than a vehicle to get from one place to another.
		Jim Valvano had a smile, but it was more than just a way to show that he was happy.
	abclocal.go.com /wtvd/story?section=community&id=4441878 (1512 words)

	Cancer kills, help find a cure, donate in honor of Jim Valvano and others - Sports
		In the spring of 1983, North Carolina State baskeball coach Jim Valvano accomplished the impossible by beating the powerhouse University of Houston for the NCAA title.
		Valvano was sick - he had cancer, and was not expected to live much longer, and everyone knew.
		By the time Valvano walked off the ESPY stage 14 years ago much of the audience was in tears.
	media.www.thelantern.com /media/storage/paper333/news/2006/07/13/Sports/Cancer.Kills.Help.Find.A.Cure.Donate.In.Honor.Of.Jim.Valvano.And.Others-2131540.shtml (627 words)

	Amazon.com: I Remember Jim Valvano: Personal Reflections and Anecdotes About College Basketball's Most Exuberant Final ...
		Valvano transcended his sport, touching millions as he emerged as one of the most charismatic and, ultimately, courageous figures in American life who touched millions.
		In I Remember Jim Valvano, he is remembered by former players, coaches, a variety of other basketball experts, close associates, and many others as one of college basketball's great movers and shakers, a man with a heart as big as his popularity.
		Valvano's life is the classic story of courage and determination as borne out in his memorable line: "Don't give up.
	www.amazon.com /Remember-Jim-Valvano-Reflections-Basketballs/dp/1581822197 (523 words)

	Remembering Jim Valvano - James Campion's moving eulogy for Jimmy V.
		What Jim Valvano realized in the last weeks of his 47 years among us is that he had been hugging people all along.
		In the last two years of his life, Jim Valvano was even better at touching us with his love and passion for life.
		Jim Valvano is gone now, but his the soul lives in every kid who may pick up a basketball, or a bat, or a pencil.
	www.jamescampion.com /ncnjimmy.html (579 words)

	USATODAY.com - Valvano's daughter battling breast cancer (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Cancer has touched the Valvano family again, but their wrenching experience has only strengthened their resolve to continue pressing for advances in early detection, treatment and cures through the V Foundation.
		The second-oldest of Jim Valvano's three daughters, Jamie Howard, is recovering from a double mastectomy and follow-up treatment for a rare genetic breast cancer diagnosed in August.
		Jim Valvano's brother Nicholas, the foundation CEO, says it has been deeply painful to watch his niece undergo treatment at nearby Duke Medical Center — the same facility where her father was treated for a cancer whose origin was never identified.
	www.usatoday.com /sports/college/mensbasketball/2005-11-30-valvano-daughter_x.htm (1151 words)

	Jim Valvano's legacy still living on today :: (Site not responding. Last check: )
		Valvano gave the speech just days after learning that the cancer he was battling had spread to the rest of his body.
		Valvano touched so many lives in his time spent here, that getting the foundation started came with relative ease.
		The CEO of the V Foundation is Nick Valvano, brother of Jim.
	www.cstv.com /sports/m-baskbl/uwire/120506abr.html (466 words)

	The News and Tribune - Bobby Valvano Columns
		My relatives used to tell me, before I was born, that it wasn’t unusual for members of the Brooklyn Dodger baseball team to be seen in the local establishments, perhaps the grocery or the drugstore.
		While both coaches are to be celebrated as difference makers, it is easier for this ex-coach to access the “feel good” part of the achievement of the coaches on the smaller stage.
		Bob Valvano is the father of a young athlete and lives in Sellersburg and can be reached via e-mail at bobvshow@yahoo.com.
	newsandtribune.com /valvanocolumns (1268 words)

	Blended Exposures: Jim Valvano
		One of Rocco and Angela Valvano's boisterous offspring, Jim Valvano was married for 25 years to his high school sweetheart, Pamela Levine; they had three daughters: Nicole, Jamie, and Lee Ann.
		Valvano attended Seaford High School on Long Island, NY, and graduated from Rutgers University with a degree in English in 1967.
		Despite this incident, Valvano is still considered by many to be one of the best coaches in the history of college basketball.
	blendedexposures.blogspot.com /2007/02/jim-valvano.html (1348 words)

	Laughing, Thinking and Crying -- About Jim Valvano :: WRAL.com
		For Pam Valvano, the widow of North Carolina State University basketball coach Jim Valvano, watching the TV movie about her late husband's life is still difficult.
		Valvano captured the imagination of devoted Wolfpackers and sports fans everywhere when his "Cardiac Pack," beat all the odds and won the 1983 NCAA Basketball championship.
		Pam Valvano is hopeful that the program will draw attention to The V Foundation, a fundraising organization that provides money for fellowships and research in cancer.
	www.localtechwire.com /news/local/story/147666 (617 words)

	Don't give up... Don't ever give up!
		Jim Valvano showed us all how to live.
		The V Foundation for Cancer Research continues the Valvano legacy of hope in the battle against cancer.
		Jim Valvano's fighting spirit continues to guide our efforts to beat cancer.
	webpages.charter.net /nealdog/jimmyv.htm (75 words)

	StateFans Nation » Blog Archive » Flashback: Jim Valvano on David Letterman, 1987
		Valvano was a phenom, and he started taking hits for not following the crowd and fitting the mold.
		The media, the NCAA, and the coaches who were all taken aback by Jim Valvano’s overwhelming popularity, couldn’t have hand picked a easier group of spineless adults to bully around than those in place in the NC State’s administration.
		One way for the idiots that called for Valvano’s head could save face and agree to name the court for him would be to simply put the V Foundation logo on the court.
	www.statefansnation.com /index.php/archives/2007/01/08/valvano-on-letterman (2656 words)

	I Remember Jim Valvano: Personal Memories of and Anecdotes to Basketball's Most Exuberant Final Four Coach, as Told
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		Valvano's life is the by classic Told story of courage and determination Most as Coach, borne out in his memorable the line: 1958; "Don't Remember give Remember up.
	www.bunchesofspecials.com /specials.php?355672 (522 words)

	Jim Valvano Quotes - Dedicated to Jim Valvano Quotes
		Jim Valvano coached nineteen years, including at Johns Hopkins, Bucknell, Iona, and North Carolina State.
		Nicknamed "Jimmy V", Jim Valvano died on April 28, 1993.
		When you're done enjoying the following Jim Valvano quotes, you can visit our Great Basketball Quotes for hundreds of more basketball quotes.
	www.basketball-plays-and-tips.com /jim-valvano-quotes.html (668 words)

	Jim Valvano Day Hospital Opens To Provide Treatment For Young Cancer Patients :: WRAL.com
		DURHAM — Jim Valvano's dream of helping cancer patients and their families fight the disease has finally come true.
		It was difficult for Nick Valvano to control his emotions as he handed out teddy bears to young cancer patients.
		The Jim Valvano Day Hospital at Duke was named after his brother.
	www.localtechwire.com /news/local/story/150943 (506 words)

	Jim Valvano Speech Collage
		Valvano was coach at N.C. State whose team upset Houston to win the national title in 1983.
		In 19 seasons as a coach, he appeared in eight NCAA tournaments, was twice voted ACC Coach of the Year and had a career record 346-212.
		Valvano is known most for his year-long battle with cancer, and The V Foundation for cancer research, which is named in his legacy.
	www.sportsmemorabilia.com /sports-products/jim-valvano-speech-collage.html (193 words)

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		Valvano is in the Rutgers Hall of Fame.
		Valvano would do that with all his star players.
		In addition, Valvano reportedly testified on their behalf that Chancellor Poulton had signed a contract with them giving his approval for them to play in exchange for their promise (1) to attend classes and (2) go to study hall.
	members.aol.com /rutg1000/perfouls.htm (1645 words)

	Tag » Valvano
		North Carolina State coach Jim Valvano at the ESPY ceremonies, March 4, 1993.
		Valvano coached basketball for 19 seasons before entering broadcasting full time.
		Jim Valvano's greatest gift was the ability to motivate, writes his brother Bob.
	ummyeah.com /tag/valvano (312 words)

	The Harvard Crimson :: News :: Scandals Off the Court With Jim Valvano's N.C. State
		So far, Valvano has stepped down from the post of athletic director, but it remains unclear what further changes will be made in the Wolfpack program.
		MOST of all, there's Valvano, professor of "the Art of the Big Con 101." A liar, a cheat, a turncoat, a PR mastermind--this is not the funny loudmouth we saw on CBS looking for someone to hug after winning the NCAA championship in 1983.
		There are a few flaws, however: he does dwell unnecessarily on Valvano's coaching deficiencies, which are numerous but hardly immoral; and he also inserts a three-page chapter devoted solely to relaying rumors that Bias' died from smoking a crack-laced marijuana cigarette, not from snorting cocaine.
	www.thecrimson.com /printerfriendly.aspx?ref=143066 (1122 words)

	Jim Valvano Biography from Basic Famous People - Biographies of Celebrities and other Famous People
		An NCAA investigation cleared Valvano, but found that players had illegally sold shoes and game tickets.
		As a result, the basketball program was placed on probation for two years and banned from participating in the 1990 NCAA tournament.
		Valvano died at the age of 47 after a yearlong battle with cancer (metastatic adenocarcinoma).
	www.basicfamouspeople.com /index.php?aid=488 (498 words)

	The Red and White From State - A Superb Article on Sidney Lowe, Jim Valvano and NCSU Basketball
		In a wonderful article in the Fayetteville (NC) Observer, authors Dan Wiederer and Brett Friedlander write about the locker room at the 1983 Final Four, Jim Valvano's coaching style and the importance of charisma in a place that has tradition but is overshadowed by the twin titans in the western half of the Triangle.
		Jim Valvano could get the most out of his players, and usually knew just what to say and do to maximize their efforts.
		Valvano was also a great tutor of basketball talent: Consider NBA perennials Vinnie Del Negro and Tom Guggliotta.
	www.redandwhitefromstate.com /article.php?story=20061106095116340 (804 words)

	About Jimmy V's Steak House and Tavern
		The memory of the late N.C. State Men's Basketball Coach Jim Valvano still lives on at a Cary restaurant tucked in the back of MacGregor Village, which was a local favorite place of his.
		The owner, a longtime Cary resident, businessman and a friend of the Valvanos, bought the restaurant more than 10 years ago, and with the Valvano family's permission, he renamed it Jimmy V's in memory of his dear friend.
		The restaurant, formerly Giorgio's and Vinny's, was a regular hang out for Jim and his golfing buddies after 18 holes at nearby MacGregor Downs Country Club.
	www.jimmyvssteakhouse.com /about_us.html (186 words)

	Adam Ostrow : jim valvano
		To start things off, I thought I'd paste Jim Valvano's ESPY speech from 1993.
		Valvano was a college basketball coach for 19 years, with his landmark moment being a dramatic win in the 1983 NCAA Championship Game.
		The links will continue to be a mix of all of the issues I cover, so hopefully even if you're not interested in the topic of the day, I can point you in the direction of something you will find useful.
	www.adamostrow.com /adam_ostrow/jim_valvano/index.html (425 words)

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