The Atlantic Coast Conference will host the ACC Night of Legends on Friday, Nov. 30, at the Charlotte Convention Center. This signature event pays tribute to the outstanding student-athletes from the ACC's programs, both past and present. The evening event will recognize a Legend from each ACC institution as well as the 2012 ACC Football season's award winners. The 2012 ACC Football Legends will also be honored during a ceremony at the 2012 ACC Football Championship Game at Bank of America Stadium on Dec. 1.
The gala will embody the true spirit of ACC Football and will offer attendees the opportunity to meet some of the biggest names in college football. A reception begins at 6 p.m. and dinner begins at 7 p.m. Guests will be invited in to have a seat, enjoy dinner and the award presentations.
Night of Legends event tickets are still available but are selling quickly. To purchase event tickets, tables or for more information please visit: http://theacc.co/NightOfLegends.
The following ACC Legends will be honored:
Player, School
Bob Hyland, Boston College
Bennie Cunningham, Clemson
Mike McGee, Duke
Sam Cowart, Florida State
Ken Swilling, Georgia Tech
Chet Hanulak, Maryland
Ted Hendricks, Miami
Dre' Bly, North Carolina
Torry Holt, NC State
Frank Quayle, Virginia
Pierson Prioleau, Virginia Tech
Ed Stetz, Wake Forest
The following Players and Coaches awards will be presented:
Jacob’s Blocking Trophy, Best Blocking Offensive Lineman
Brian Piccolo Award, Most Courageous Player
Jim Tatum Award, Scholar-Athlete of the Year
Offensive Rookie of the Year
Defensive Rookie of the Year
Overall Rookie of the Year
Offensive Player of the Year
