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The first-year coach who has surpassed expectations by getting Kansas State to its first Sweet 16 appearance in five seasons said he sees his job as a “ministry” to prepare athletes to be leaders, fathers, and husbands. Jerome Tang led the third-seeded Wildcats to two NCAA Tournament wins recently, first with a win over Montana…

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The University of Virginia’s men’s basketball team has a habit of bouncing back from the lows that have happened during Tony Bennett’s 14-year stint as head coach. A national championship came after a tragic loss to UMBC. However, after missing the NCAA tournament last season, the Cavaliers are right back in the Associated Press’ top…

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After winning his fourth NBA championship last season, Golden State Warriors superstar Steph Curry is considered one of the greatest basketball players to touch the court. He’s been called every superlative in the book. However, Steph’s teammate Andre Iguodala took it further on a recent episode of Shannon Sharpe’s podcast, “Club Shay Shay.” Sharpe brought…

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Minnesota Vikings quarterback Kirk Cousins received the Bart Starr Award during the 36th annual Super Bowl breakfast. The event is sanctioned by the NFL and is hosted by the Christian non-profit, Athletes in Action. The award is given “to honor the NFL player who best exemplifies outstanding character and leadership in the home, on the field…

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