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O'Brien Voted Top Soph

By Fletcher Thompson

"Sunburst" again had the last
laugh Monday as he was named

ACC Sophomore of the Week, Jim
O'Brien ("Sunburst" to the fans)
brought the prized honor to the
University of Maryland for the
second time this season, as he
out polled Barry Parkhill, Virginia's
slick backcourt ace, who has
already won the award three times
during the current campaign.

The recognition was hard earned,
as O'Brien had to make two clutch
foul shots Saturday night against
Seton Hall in Madison Square
Garden with only 19 seconds
showing on the clock. Naturally, he
coolly stroked his mop of red hair,
took a few dribbles, and proceeded
to give the Terrapins a slim 56-55
win over the stubborn hosts.

For the game O'Brien hit for 15
points, sharing highman honors
with the teammate, Barry Yates.
Saturday's win boosted the
Marylanders' ledger to 13 victories
against eight setbacks.