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Originally Published: May 19, 2005

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Midnight Madness can now tip five hours earlier after the NCAA board of directors approved a change in the start of men's basketball practice.

Beginning on Oct. 14, 2005, men's basketball teams can start practicing at 7 p.m. local time.

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