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Quote by Jim Valvano

“A person really doesn't become whole, until he becomes a part of something that's bigger than himself.”

Quote by Jim Valvano

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Jim Valvano was a renowned basketball coach, born on March 10, 1946, and passed away on April 28, 1993. He achieved great success in basketball, serving as the head coach of the North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team and leading them to the 1982 NCAA championship. more

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