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Jim Valvano
(American Coach)
- Date of Birth:
- March 10, 1946
- Date of Death:
- April 28, 1993
- Nationality:
- American
- Quote count:
- 8
- Times favorited:
- 13
James Thomas Anthony Valvano , nicknamed Jimmy V, was an American college basketball coach.
While the head coach at North Carolina State University, he won the 1983 NCAA Basketball Tournament against high odds. 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. He is also remembered for his 1993 ESPY Awards speech, given shortly before he died of cancer.
All quotes by Jim Valvano 
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