Cameron Indoor Stadium has seen its share of unforgettable moments, but after Duke’s season-opening win over Texas, what happened postgame wasn’t about a highlight reel — it was about heart.
As the final buzzer sounded on the Blue Devils’ 75–60 victory, the crowd didn’t just cheer; they roared. But it wasn’t the usual “Let’s go Duke” echoing through the rafters — it was something different. A chant that made Jon Scheyer stop in his tracks.
“This is Scheyer’s team! This is Scheyer’s team!” the Crazies shouted, over and over, their voices blending into one powerful message.
You could see it hit him immediately. Scheyer turned toward the student section, a mix of pride and disbelief on his face. This wasn’t just about a single win — it was about validation. After taking over one of the toughest jobs in college basketball, every big moment still feels like a statement that he’s not just following a legacy — he’s building his own.
The game itself was a tale of two halves. Duke struggled early, losing the rebounding battle and allowing Texas to control the tempo. But after halftime, the Blue Devils stormed back, dominating on defense and owning the glass. Cameron Boozer and company clamped down, turning a one-point deficit into a fifteen-point statement win.
Still, when the night ended, Scheyer wasn’t thinking about the stat sheet. He was thinking about those fans — the ones who stuck with him, the ones who believed.
He smiled, patted his chest, and mouthed a simple word toward the stands: “Thank you.”
In that moment, you could tell — this wasn’t just another win for Duke. It was a message. The program is in good hands, and Jon Scheyer just felt the full weight of Cameron’s heartbeat behind him.
