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Sullivan ACC Soph Of Week

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Flanker Dave Sullivan is the
third Virginia performer to be selected
as the Atlantic Coast Conference
football Sophomore of the
Week this season.

The 180-pound flanker from
Steelton, Pa., was picked by a
committee of the Atlantic Coast
Sportswriters Association for his
performance against North Carolina.
He joins teammates Bill Troup
and Billy Williams.

Top-Notch Receiver

Sullivan, one of the leading pass
receivers in the ACC, caught five
for 53 yards and one touchdown in
a losing cause against the Tar Heels.
His touchdown was a nine-yard toss
from Troup in the first quarter and
gave the Cavaliers an early 15-0
lead. But they lost the game 30-15.

Sullivan has ranked among the
league's top receivers most of the
season. His 31 catches for 420
yards and two touchdowns is second
to Duke's Wes Chesson, who
leads with 54 catches.

The fleet - footed Sullivan is also
used as a running back from his
flanker position, as well as a kickoff
and punt return specialist. He ranks
sixth in the conference in punt
returns with a 6.4 average. As a
runner he has carried the ball 17
times for 64 yards.

Knows The Secondary

"We consider Sullivan as one of
the best receivers in the conference,"Virginia
Coach George Blackburn
said. "He has excellent speed
for deep pass patterns and knows
his way in the secondary."