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Former Maryland basketball star captures league title, NCAA berth as coach

Former Maryland men's basketball star, Duane Simpkins, is getting the job done on the hardwood once again -- in a different role. Simpkins is now coaching and leading American University as the head coach and the Eagles clinched themselves a berth into the NCAA Tournament after winning the Patriot League Tournament.

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