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Back to Episodes60th Anniversary: UTEP's Historic Basketball Victory
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Sixty years ago, Texas Western College, now UTEP, made history by winning the NCAA mens basketball title, marking the first time a Texas school claimed the championship. Coach Don Haskins groundbreaking decision to start five Black players sparked a revolution in college basketball. The victory sparked a massive celebration in El Paso, with thousands gathering to honor the teams achievement. To commemorate the anniversary, UTEP hosts a free screening of the movie Glory Road on April 1st, featuring actor Jere Burns, who played David Lattin, sharing stories about the film and the teams lasting legacy.
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