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.”
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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.