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

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

Each Inaugural Legendreflects on one lesson learned during their collegiate playing and/or coaching career.Enclosed, please find their wisdom and insight.

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,

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.

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

Bernadette V. McGladeAtlantic 10 Commissioner

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

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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

BUTLER UNIVERSITY

JULIE VONDIELINGEN SHELTON

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

1989 - 1993

“A strong work ethic,perseverance, and awill to succeed are what make players highly successful in athletics, but most importantly these characteristics carry over into reaching life goals.”

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

1926 - 1942; 1945 - 1970

PAUL D. “TONY“ HINKLE

“Make your locker room and your playing field a place where you would be

proud to bringyour mother.”

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*Posthumously Awarded

UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE

PAULA BENNETT

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

“Work hard in anything you choose to do in life and

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

1979 - 1982

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UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHARLOTTE Charlotte, North Carolina / Mascot: Norm the Niner / Iconic Landmark: Belk Tower

1974 - 1977

CEDRIC “CORNBREAD“ MAXWELL

“Listen to yourinner voice on decision making.”

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UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON

ANN MEYERS

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

“Take advantage of opportunities to

stay balanced and appreciative.Service is an excellent choice.”

1976 - 1980

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

1949 - 1952

DONALD “MONK“ MEINEKE

“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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BETH FRIDAY BOVAY

“Focus on the little things,it can make the difference between beinggood and being great.”

2000 - 2003

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

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”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.”

1947 - 1950

CHUCK COOPER

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

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*Posthumously Awarded

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

ANNE GREGORY O’CONNELL

“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 iswrong!”

1976 - 1980

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

1942 - 1948; 1950 - 1968

JOHNNY BACH

“Basketball is a TEAM GAME

– you must accept the role your coach/

team needs to win.”

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THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Washington, D.C. / Mascot: George / Iconic Landmark: George Washington’s Statue

JENNIFER SHASKY CALVERY

“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 adversitywho win. Of course, talent doesn’t hurt.”

1989 - 1993

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THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY Washington, D.C. / Mascot: George / Iconic Landmark: George Washington’s Statue

1937 - 1940

ARNOLD “RED” AUERBACH

“An acre of

performance is worth a whole world of

promise.”

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*Posthumously Awarded

JENNIFER COLE DAVIS

1989 - 1993

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

“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

you will leave with noregrets.”

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1951 - 1955; 1968 - 1970

TOM GOLA

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

“Always respect, but never fear.”

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SUE PETERS

“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.”

1976 - 1980

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

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1991 - 1995

LOU ROE

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

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

take advantage of your current opportunities.”

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DAYNA SMITH

“Cherish the opportunities you have and the lessons you learn.

Sports teaches us many lessonsthat 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.”

1992 - 1996

UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND Kingston, Rhode Island / Mascot: Rhody the Ram / Iconic Landmark: The Quad

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1962 - 1964; 1965 - 1966

STEVE CHUBIN

“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.”

UNIVERSITY OF RHODE ISLAND Kingston, Rhode Island / Mascot: Rhody the Ram / Iconic Landmark: The Quad

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KAREN ELSNER DAVEY

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

Watch your character;it becomes your destiny.”

1981 - 1985

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

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1981 - 1986

JOHNNY NEWMAN

“Hard work pays off both in the classroom

and on the court.Those lessons will continue to be

helpful throughout your life.”

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

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HILARY WALTMAN

“Live in the moment and

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

1995 - 1999

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

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1978 - 1981

EARL BELCHER

“Spend the same amount of time

with basketball as you would in the classroom.”

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

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SUSAN MORAN

“Don’t expect things to 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.“

1998 - 2002

SAINT JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Mascot: The Hawk / Iconic Landmark: Barbelin Tower

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1970 - 1973

MIKE BANTOM

“There are no limits to what you can achieve!”

SAINT JOSEPH’S UNIVERSITY Philadelphia, Pennsylvania / Mascot: The Hawk / Iconic Landmark: Barbelin Tower

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THERESA LISCH MEACHAM

“Athletics can only provide lasting meaning and satisfaction when

played for reasons beyond one’s self.”

2006 - 2009

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

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1986 - 1990

ANTHONY BONNER

“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.”

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

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MARILYN STEPHENS

“It is not what you achieve in life, it is what you

overcome.”

1980 - 1984

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

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1982 - 2006

JOHN CHANEY

“Be the dream.”

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

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CYNDY WILKS

“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, andearn your keep!”

2000 - 2004

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

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1974 - 1978

GERALD HENDERSON

“There is no substitution for hard work.

What you put in is what you are

going to get out.”

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

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

JENNIFER PHILLIPS BRENNING

“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 daysand big moments will comeonly now and then.”

1997 - 2001

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

1994 - 2001

GEORGE “SKIP” PROSSER

“Coaching isn’t wins and losses.

It’s teaching. That’s the reason I got into coaching and the

reason I stayed in coaching.”

*Posthumously Awarded

GREAT PEOPLE. GREAT PLACES. EXTRAORDINARY OPPORTUNITIES.