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Carl James

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Carl C. James (September 18, 1925 – November 14, 2005) was an American collegiate sports executive. He was the commissioner of the Big Eight Conference from 1980 through 1996.

Biography

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Early life and education

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A native of Raleigh, N.C., he graduated from Duke University. He earned seven varsity letters in football and track and field.[1]

Awards and honors

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  • 1996: James J. Corbett Memorial Award[2]

References

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  1. ^ "Carl James (1990) - Duke Athletics Hall of Fame". Duke University. Retrieved May 16, 2024.
  2. ^ "The NCAA News: News & Features". Archived from the original on December 3, 2013. Retrieved December 2, 2013.
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