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By Kimberly Wilson ·Updated September 29, 2025 Getting your Trinity Audio player ready…
I remember years ago watching the “30 For 30” documentary on the Fab Five, where the players recounted not having any money, even as they became one of the most popular, nationally ranked teams in college basketball. At that time, a college athlete’s “payment” came in the form of free gear and cafeteria swipes, which wasn’t especially helpful
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