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Former NCAA President Cedric Dempsey Dies at 92

4/13/2025

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Cedric Dempsey, the esteemed former athletic director of Arizona, has died at the age of 92. Remembered for his unwavering integrity and profound influence on collegiate sports, his legacy will be honored at a memorial service near Lodi, California, followed by a celebration of his life in Tucson this fall. Dempsey's remarkable career included a pivotal role as NCAA president.

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Cedric Dempsey, the esteemed former athletic director of Arizona, has died at the age of 92. Remembered for his unwavering integrity and profound influence on collegiate sports, his legacy will be honored at a memorial service near Lodi, California, followed by a celebration of his life in Tucson this fall. Dempsey's remarkable career included a pivotal role as NCAA president.