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unusual facts about Murray State



Vadalabene Center

The largest post-renovation crowd at the VC was 4,157 on Jan. 21, 2012 against the then-10th ranked Murray State Racers in the first nationally televised (on ESPNU) basketball game played at the VC.


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Austen Lane

Following his senior season at Murray State, Lane was invited to participate in the 2010 Senior Bowl as a member of the North roster.

Bennie Purcell

His son, former professional tennis player Mel Purcell, succeeded him as head tennis coach at Murray State in 1996.

Steve Newton

Steve Newton was named head basketball coach at Murray State University in 1985 by President Kala Stroup, the Board of Trustees and Athletics Director, Johnny Reagan.