Pure Gold: Phil Martelli Sr.’s Emotional Reaction to Son’s VCU Upset Over North Carolina
Legendary coach Phil Martelli Sr. delivered a heartwarming, ‘pure gold’ reaction as his son, Phil Martelli Jr., led No. 11 VCU to a stunning 82-78 overtime upset against No. 6 North Carolina in the NCAA Tournament’s first round. The emotional scene, captured by NBC Sports Philadelphia’s John Clark, showcased Martelli Sr.’s immense pride in his son’s achievement, guiding the Rams past the opening round for the first time since 2016. This victory adds another memorable chapter to the Martelli family’s rich basketball legacy.