Jim Valvano was the head coach of North Caronlina State University from 1980 to 1990. He is most remembered for his ecstatic celebration after winning the 1983 NCAA Division I National Championship game versus the heavily-favored Houston Cougars. The 1989 ACC Coach of the Year passed away in 1993 at the age of 47 after losing his battle to cancer. This cut signature was hand signed by Jim Valvano. The autograph includes a Letter of Authenticity from PSA/DNA.Frame size: 25.5" x 16.5