On This Day: Dean Smith Named 1997 Sportsman of the Year

Posted Dec 22, 2016
On this day in 1997, Sports Illustrated named Dean Smith the Sportsman of the Year. The award is given to the athlete or team whose performance best showcases the spirit of sportsmanship combined with high-level on-the-field achievements. (Carolina Blue)

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