The 1980
Eastern 8 men's basketball tournament was held in
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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, at the
Civic Arena from February 26, 1980, to March 1, 1980 (first round games at campus sites).
Villanova defeated
West Virginia
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74-62 to win their second tournament championship.
Lowes Moore of
West Virginia
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was named the Most Outstanding Player of the tournament.
Bracket
References
External links
Atlantic 10 Men's Basketball Tournament History
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Atlantic 10 men's basketball tournament
Tournament
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# One or more competitions held at a single venue and concen ...
Eastern 8 men's basketball tournament
Eastern 8 men's basketball tournament
Eastern 8 men's basketball tournament
1980 in Pittsburgh