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“Now the kids are portrayed as dirty when they talk to an agent, a shoe guy, some hanger-on. Well, it's only natural that people are circling them - there are millions of dollars involved.”

Quote by Sonny Vaccaro

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Sonny Vaccaro, born on September 23, 1939, is a significant figure in the sports industry. His career spans multiple domains, including sports marketing, shoe design, and sports agency. Vaccaro is renowned for his contributions to basketball, particularly in promoting the globalization of the sport and advancing youth basketball. more

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