Forty-four student-athletes at the University of Maryland are earning special recognition this season—wearing patches on their uniforms to honor their completed undergraduate degrees while still competing. Launched five seasons ago, the program is growing rapidly, spotlighting athletes who balance elite athletics with academic excellence. Twenty-one of them are “double-Terps,” set to earn both undergrad and grad degrees from Maryland—a powerful symbol of dedication and institutional support. This initiative celebrates the rare blend of athletic grit and scholarly drive, proving that greatness thrives when talent meets opportunity.

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Maryland’s Big Ten newcomer rankings just got a serious upgrade with Tomislav Buljan and DJ Wagner. The 7-foot forward from New Mexico, averaging 13 points and 10 rebounds last season with 17 double-doubles, is poised to anchor the paint alongside Pharrel Payne — bringing Croatian league dominance and elite rebounding to College Park. Meanwhile, veteran guard DJ Wagner, with over 300 career assists and experience at Kentucky and Arkansas, brings steady playmaking and improving shooting to a desperately needed backcourt. Together, they’re turning Maryland into a more balanced, experienced team ready to compete for a Big Ten title and postseason glory.

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In 1980, college basketball was raw and strategic—no three-point line, no shot clock. Duke and Maryland battled with grit, not just talent, in a rivalry that simmered with mutual disdain. With stars like Buck Williams and Gminski’s “Duke Power Company,” both teams clashed in high-stakes games. A dramatic February showdown at Cameron Indoor saw Duke outsmart Maryland with a vintage clock-milking play, sealing a 66-61 win. Earlier, Maryland had crushed them 101-82, forcing a rubber match in the ACC Tournament—a nail-biter Duke won 73-72, ending in controversy. These games weren’t just wins—they were war stories from an era where strategy, emotion, and heart ruled the hardwood.

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