2013 Altantic 10 Legends Class

2013

WELCOME

This commemorative souvenir program is the first of its kind, one that will become a treasured annual publication.

Each Inaugural Legend reflects on one lesson learned during their collegiate playing and/ or coaching career.

Enclosed, please find their wisdom and insight.

March 16, 2013 / Barclays Center / Brooklyn, New York

The Atlantic 10 Conference is pleased to welcome you to the 40/40 Club to present our Inaugural Men’s and Women’s Basketball Legends.

This distinguished group—16 men and 16 women selected by their alumni institution—is made up of former players, head coaches, All-Americans, Academic All-Americans and members of the Naismith National Basketball Hall of Fame.

Whether it was building a program that eventually became a founding Conference member or furthering the conference as it grew into a basketball power,

these legends have been instrumental in establishing the outstanding history of the A-10 basketball programs.

Individually each legend has become a role model for others as they competed on a national stage. They are a credit to their institutions and are deserving of this honor on behalf of the Atlantic 10 Conference. Each legend we honor today is a part of the fabric of A-10 history.

Bernadette V. McGlade Atlantic 10 Commissioner

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21 LEGENDS Butler University, 5 / University of North Carolina at Charlotte, 7 / The University of Dayton, 9 / Duquesne University, 11 / Fordham University, 13 / The George Washington University, 15 / La Salle University, 17 / University of Massachusetts, 19 / University of Rhode Island, 21 / University of Richmond, 23 / Saint Joseph’s University, 25 / Saint Louis University, 27 / St. Bonaventure University, 29 / Temple University, 31 / Virginia Commonwealth University, 33 / Xavier University, 35

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BUTLER UNIVERSITY JULIE VONDIELINGEN SHELTON

1989 - 1993

strong work ethic, perseverance, and a will to succeed are what make “A

players highly successful in athletics, but most importantly these characteristics carry over into reaching life goals.”

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Indianapolis, Indiana / Mascot: Butler Blue III / Iconic Landmark: Hinkle Fieldhouse

PAUL D. “TONY“ HINKLE

1926 - 1942; 1945 - 1970 “Make your locker room and your playing field a place where you would be

proud to bring your mother.”

*Posthumously Awarded 6

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE PAULA BENNETT

1979 - 1982 “Work hard in anything you choose to do in life and

trust your teammates.

Set your heart and focus on your dreams and endeavors.”

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Charlotte, North Carolina / Mascot: Norm the Niner / Iconic Landmark: Belk Tower

CEDRIC “CORNBREAD“ MAXWELL

1974 - 1977

Listen to your inner voice

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on decision making.”

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UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON ANN MEYERS

1976 - 1980 “Take advantage of opportunities to

stay balanced and appreciative.

Service is an excellent choice.”

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Dayton, Ohio / Mascot: Rudy Flyer / Iconic Landmark: Immaculate Conception Chapel

DONALD “MONK“ MEINEKE

1949 - 1952 “Stay in school and enjoy the moment.

Stay in contact with your teammates after graduation, they will be some of your lifelong friends.”

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DUQUESNE UNIVERSITY BETH FRIDAY BOVAY

2000 - 2003

Focus on the little things,

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it can make the difference between being good and being great.”

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania / Mascot: The Duke / Iconic Landmark: “Old Main” building

CHUCK COOPER

1947 - 1950 ”When you see inequality and injustice don’t despair...be grateful for the righteous laws of our country, educate yourself and

stand for others who are less fortunate.”

*Posthumously Awarded 12

FORDHAM UNIVERSITY ANNE GREGORY O’CONNELL

1976 - 1980 “Always work hard to improve, accept your role on the team, cherish the friendships you will make, and

if you are not having fun, something is wrong!”

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Bronx, New York / Mascot: Ram / Iconic Landmark: Keating Hall

JOHNNY BACH

1942 - 1948; 1950 - 1968 “Basketball is a TEAM GAME

you must accept the role your coach/ team needs to win.”

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THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY JENNIFER SHASKY CALVERY

1989 - 1993 “It is rarely the teams with the best individual players that win championships.

Instead, it is those teams who can

selflessly play together and overcome adversity who win. Of course, talent doesn’t hurt.”

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Washington, D.C. / Mascot: George / Iconic Landmark: George Washington’s Statue

ARNOLD “RED” AUERBACH

1937 - 1940 “An acre of

performance is worth a whole world of

promise.”

*Posthumously Awarded 16

LA SALLE UNIVERSITY JENNIFER COLE DAVIS

1989 - 1993 “If you put forth your best now in practice, games and your schoolwork, you will achieve success. That same work ethic will carry you forward towards a future full of a success, and

leave with no regrets.” you will

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Mascot: The Explorer / Iconic Landmark: College Hall

TOM GOLA

1951 - 1955; 1968 - 1970

Always respect,

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but never fear.”

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UNIVERSITY OF MASSACHUSETTS SUE PETERS

1976 - 1980 “One should

play for

the love of the game – the intrinsic value of sport! I have so many fond memories, and have developed and maintained so many wonderful friendships throughout the years. Athletics builds important life skills.”

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Amherst, Massachusetts / Mascot: Sam the Minuteman / Iconic Landmark: W.E.B. Du Bois Library

LOU ROE

1991 - 1995 “Yesterday’s passed, and you never get that time back. Always

take advantage of your current opportunities.”

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UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND DAYNA SMITH

1992 - 1996 “Cherish the opportunities you have and the lessons you learn.

Sports teaches us many lessons that you will use in different facets of your life.Teamwork, work ethic, communication, perseverance, and passion for what you do will carry you very far.”

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Kingston, Rhode Island / Mascot: Rhody the Ram / Iconic Landmark: The Quad

STEVE CHUBIN

1962 - 1964; 1965 - 1966 “You represent your family, school, conference, teammates, friends, and alumni.

Everyone is so proud of you, and you of them.

You bring much joy and hope to many.”

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UNIVERSITY OF RICHMOND KAREN ELSNER DAVEY

1981 - 1985 “Character counts...how you handle success and setbacks defines you as a person.

Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.”

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Richmond, Virginia / Mascot: WebstUR / Iconic Landmark: Boatwright Memorial Library

JOHNNY NEWMAN

1981 - 1986

Hard work pays off

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both in the classroom and on the court.

Those lessons will continue to be helpful throughout your life.”

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ST. BONAVENTURE UNIVERSITY HILARY WALTMAN

1995 - 1999 “Live in the moment and

enjoy the experience because it is over in the blink of an eye.”

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St. Bonaventure, New York / Mascot: Bona Wolf / Iconic Landmark: Hedge Row and Bell Tower

EARL BELCHER

1978 - 1981

Spend the same amount of time

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with basketball as you would in the classroom.”

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SAINT JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY SUSAN MORAN

1998 - 2002

Don’t expect things to

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just happen–you have got to work hard and go after your goals. If you do that, whether you obtain them or not, you will have no regrets.“

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Mascot: The Hawk / Iconic Landmark: Barbelin Tower

MIKE BANTOM

1970 - 1973

There are no limits

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to what you can achieve!”

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SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY THERESA LISCH MEACHAM

2006 - 2009 “Athletics can only provide lasting meaning and satisfaction when

played for reasons beyond one’s self.”

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Saint Louis, Missouri / Mascot: The Billiken / Iconic Landmark: The Clock Tower

ANTHONY BONNER

1986 - 1990 “In sports we thrive for individual recognition and awards which are part of the game.

We must shift our focus when we play the game of life, because it truly is

more blessed to give than receive.�

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TEMPLE UNIVERSITY MARILYN STEPHENS

1980 - 1984 “It is not what you achieve in life, it is what you

overcome.”

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Mascot: Hooter the Owl / Iconic Landmark: Bell Tower

JOHN CHANEY

1982 - 2006 “Be the

dream.”

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VIRGINIA COMMONWEALTH UNIVERSITY CYNDY WILKS

2000 - 2004 “Everyone comes from a high school where they are a big fish playing in a small pond. But when you play for a Division I program you are amongst all big fish. So you have to

triple your work ethic, humble yourself, and earn your keep!”

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Richmond, Virginia / Mascot: Rodney the Ram / Iconic Landmark: The VCU Compass

GERALD HENDERSON

1974 - 1978 “There is no substitution for hard work.

What you put in is what you are

going to get out.”

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XAVIER UNIVERSITY JENNIFER PHILLIPS BRENNING

1997 - 2001 “Life is not made up of big moments, but ordinary days. When there is no one to pat you on the back or cheer you on,

you must give your best on ordinary days and big moments will come only now and then.”

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Cincinnati, Ohio / Mascot: D’Artagnan, the Musketeer / Iconic Landmark: Hinkle Hall

GEORGE “SKIP” PROSSER

1994 - 2001 “Coaching isn’t wins and losses.

It’s teaching.

That’s the reason I got into coaching and the reason I stayed in coaching.”

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GREAT PEOPLE. GREAT PLACES. EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITIES.