Lucas: A Night For Appreciation

Posted Oct 16, 2021
The most telling moment may have been complete silence. That was Hubert Davis' reaction after he was introduced to the crowd and took the microphone at center court. The standing ovation was loud and heartfelt. And Davis' reaction was equally emotional, as he took several seconds to compose himself while the crowd chanted, "Hu-bert, Hu-bert, Hu-bert." (GoHeels.com)

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