New Charlotte College Basketball Event Named in Dick Vitale's Honor
- On June 9, 2025, the creation of the first-ever Dick Vitale Invitational was revealed, set to take place in Charlotte, North Carolina.
- The event honors Dick Vitale following his three-year cancer battle which ended with him being declared cancer-free in December 2024.
- The first game will feature Duke and Texas on November 4, 2025, with Texas aiming to prove itself under new coach Sean Miller and Duke bringing the nation's top recruiting class.
- ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro described Vitale as the essence of college basketball, while Vitale expressed deep appreciation for ESPN's significant role in his life dating back to December 5, 1979.
- This annual event will celebrate Vitale’s legacy and passion for college basketball while supporting his cancer research advocacy and joyful impact on fans.
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Duke faces Texas in new men's college basketball event in Charlotte
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Duke, Texas to play in inaugural Dick Vitale Invitational
Duke and Texas will play in the inaugural Dick Vitale Invitational in Charlotte on Nov. 4, ESPN announced Monday.
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ESPN and the Charlotte Sports Foundation have announced an annual men's college basketball event to honor Hall of Fame broadcaster Dick Vitale. The inaugural game, featuring the Texas Longhorns and Duke Blue Devils, will take place on Nov. 4.
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