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Foreign imports finding way into college spotlight

By Pat Forde
Special to ESPN.com

Wednesday, November 6, 2002

The new kid is well-spoken. Mannerly. Makes a great first impression. His teammates love him already. His coach adores him. He's got fan favorite written all over his lanky 6-foot-9 body. "It's been one of my goals to come to college and play," he said. In the age of the 18-year-old draft pick, isn't that sweet? And they say the new kid can really play. Surprising athlete, with a jump shot straight out of some small-town gym -- and he has a flattop to match. He's the All-American boy. Exc ...

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