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Coverage dated October 16, 2026

From March Madness miracles to a season opener in Rome: The story of Catholic college hoops

Headline from WHDH Boston

NEW YORK (AP) — The Dons. The Hoyas. The Zags. Rollie Massimino and his cigars. Lou Carnesecca and his outlandish sweaters. Sister Jean — a devoted fan...

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  1. NBC10 Philadelphia

    From March Madness to a tip-off in Rome: The story of Catholic college hoops (opens NBC10 Philadelphia)

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    University of San Francisco basketball player Bill Russell is carried from the floor of the Municipal Auditorium in Kansas City, Mo., by students celebrating a win over La Salle for the NCAA basketball championship, March 19, 1955.

  2. WHDH Boston

    From March Madness miracles to a season opener in Rome: The story of Catholic college hoops (opens WHDH Boston)

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    NEW YORK (AP) — The Dons. The Hoyas. The Zags. Rollie Massimino and his cigars. Lou Carnesecca and his outlandish sweaters. Sister Jean — a devoted fan...

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