Ed Warner Shines as City College Defeats Duquesne in NIT Semifinals
The excerpt highlights a pivotal moment in the 1951 National Invitation Tournament (NIT) involving City College of New York (CCNY) and Duquesne University. The focus is on Ed Warner, a sophomore at City College, who is portrayed executing a spin move while being challenged by Duquesne players Ed Dahler and Joe Dougherty. City College secured a victory against Duquesne with a score of 62-52 in the NIT semifinals, propelling them into the championship game. This success was significant in the college basketball landscape as it marked CCNY's emergence on a national stage. Warner's performance in the tournament garnered him the title of the tournament's "outstanding player," underscoring his impact in high-stakes games.