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Great rivalries don't have to be built on hatred. They're built on respect, on a respect for excellence.

Mike Krzyzewski

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Mike Krzyzewski
Age: 77
Born: 1947
Born: February 13
Basketball Coach
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Illinois
Michael William Krzyzewski
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