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Bobby Bowden on the night Florida State gained an iconic identity

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Post published:August 8, 2021
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The news that College Football Hall of Famer Bobby Bowden died on Sunday at age 91 reminded me of my 2010 interview with him. We discussed how he copied q San Diego State tradition on what became a landmark night for Florida State’s national identity despite suffering a loss at San Diego State. By TOM SHANAHAN Bobby Bowden vividly recalls Nov. 19, 1977 when his 13th-ranked Florida State team played at San Diego State. Bowden returned home with…

Harris’ return provided North Carolina with a lift despite loss to Florida State

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Post published:January 16, 2021
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PHOTO (UNC Athletics): Anthony Harris provided the Tar Heels with a spark in his first game in over a year. By TOM SHANAHAN North Carolina showed spurts of promise Saturday at Florida State, prompting ESPN college basketball analyst Jay Bilas to attempt to sooth coach Roy Williams' anxieity. Bilas believes the Tar Heels improving and develop into a strong team despite the 82-75 loss to the Seminoles. And that was before Anthony Harris entered the game in the…

Duke eager to play two more games despite a disappointing season

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Post published:December 3, 2020
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Photo: Duke Athletics By TOM SHANAHAN Kirk Herbstreit needs to reacquaint himself with Duke coach David Cutcliffe and his players. If any team had reason to be ready to wave the white flag -- as ESPN’s Herbstreit characterized Michigan regarding its upcoming annual game with Ohio State -- it’s the Blue Devils. They’re frustrating season has dropped to 2-7 overall and 1-7 in ACC play following last week’s 56-33 loss at Georgia Tech. But Duke is eager to…