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“I was a much better writer than I was an athlete. My college coach told me flat out, he said, "Deford, you write basketball better than you play it."”

Quote by Frank Deford

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Frank Deford is a renowned American sports journalist, born on December 16, 1938. He is known for his unique perspective and profound insights into sports, contributing to several prominent media outlets. more

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