The internet pays tribute to Villanova legend Rollie Massimino
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It wasn’t just ‘Nova Nation recalling the legendary coach.
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How Rollie Massimino will be remembered
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Villanova, Basketball World Mourn The Death Of Rollie Massimino - CBS New York
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Big East: How the conference reincarnated itself 10 years on from 'death' of original
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Rollie Massimino still celebrating Villanova's win over North Carolina the morning after NCAA title game – New York Daily News
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Rollie Massimino Obituary (1934 - 2017) - New Orleans, LA - The Times-Picayune
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Former Villanova coach Rollie Massimino witnesses another thriller - Los Angeles Times
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Naismith Hall of Fame Honors Coach Rollie Massimino - Villanova University
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Rollie Massimino, 82, was the underdog's champion
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Legendary Villanova Basketball coach Rollie Massimino passes away at 82 - VU Hoops
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BE4Nova - Rollie Massimino Postgame Interview