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Len Elmore: What others are saying

“Len is one of the brightest minds in college sports, and sports — period. Not only his intellect and his varied background and the fact that he was a college and professional star, but he’s seen it on every side.”
— Jay Bilas, ESPN commentator

“Lenny is very thoughtful. He adds a considerable voice to the issues facing collegiate sports.”
— Tom McMillen, former U.S. Representative

“He’s so knowledgeable about the game, but he still finds a way to speak to the viewer. He never talks down or is too basic. I love listening to him talk about centers, in particular.”
— Scott Gustafson, producer, ESPN

“He was one of our leaders. He was a pleasure to coach. He practiced hard, and he played hard.”
— Lefty Driesell, former Maryland coach

“We look for our analysts to be passionate, knowledgeable and have strong opinions. That’s Len. He has a commanding presence. He’s like a dean when he walks into a room. He’s well-respected by our other analysts.”
— Harold Bryant, executive producer, CBS

“Len is an intellectual, and he carries that into his broadcasts. While basketball is his passion, he’s a sports fan in general.”
— Jay Levy, sr. coordinating producer, ESPN

“As a broadcaster, Len has never felt like he needed a gimmick to cut through the clutter. He has always epitomized what a student athlete could be.”
— Mike Aresco, commissioner, American Athletic Conference

“The reason Len was asked to join the Knight Commission by Bill Friday was because of his ability to be a great thinker. He brings a perspective as a former player, and he has the ability to see issues in terms of the current players.”
— Amy Perko, executive director, Knight Commission on Intercollegiate Athletics

— Compiled by John Ourand

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