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John Locher - AP
Apr 2, 2026
Apr 2, 2026 Updated Apr 4, 2026

Former Basketball player Cheryl Miller speaks beside Julie Church, Delta State women's basketball assistant coach, during an event Thursday, April 2, 2026, in Phoenix.
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