DURHAM, N.C. - As Duke Athletics nears the conclusion of 2016, we wanted to look back at some of the top moments that made it so extraordinary.
In this countdown titled, “Top 16 of 2016,” we have chosen 16 noteworthy events from the calendar year that encapsulated the spirit and success of Duke while also illuminating the growth and achievements that our athletic programs continue to attain.
The series, starting Friday, December 16, will continue daily until its conclusion on December 31.
Duke University freshman Virginia Elena Carta capped off a very impressive four days at the Eugene Country Club by becoming the fourth Blue Devil to win a NCAA title with a NCAA-record 72-hole ledger of 16-under-par, 272.