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EVENT RECAPS 1976 ACC CHAMPION MEN'S BASKETBALL TEAM AND TERRY HOLLAND RECOGNITION As part of the All‑Sports Reunion weekend, the 1976 Men's Basketball team had a special reunion to commemorate the 40th anniversary of their ACC championship. Alumni, managers, trainers and coaches were invited back to attend the 2016‑17 Men's Basketball team open practice followed by an Alumni Reception on Sept. 23. Head Coach Tony Bennett provided remarks and showed the team's highlight video after practice before the team and staff joined alumni for the reception. Dan Bonner emceed the program, which featured John Gordon, former Voice of the Cavaliers, and a Cavalier greats panel including Wally Walker, Rick Carlisle, Ralph Sampson and Dave Odom. They shared memorable moments from their careers, highlighted by recognizing Terry Holland and his remarkable coaching legacy. Coach Holland had an opportunity to share memories and reflect on the 1976 accom‑ plishments. Highlight videos, stories and pictures created an unforgettable evening for Coach Holland and everyone who remembers his impact on Virginia Basketball. Reflecting on the evening, Coach Hol‑ land noted, "The Friday night reception and program was a first‑class event and a memorable occasion." On Saturday, the 1976 team was recognized on the field during the Central Michigan versus UVA football game with video highlights of their ACC Championship. We hope all Virginia fans enjoyed reminiscing and celebrating with this historic team. (Left to right) Seth Greenberg, David Cooke, Ralph Sampson, Ricky Stokes, Bobby Stokes, Otis Fulton, Steve Castellan, Mike Shuler, Mark Newlen, Terry Holland, Jim Miller, Kenton Edelin and Craig Littlepage.