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After adversity, Austin Hatch closes 'blessed' chapter at Michigan

“Senior Day” signals the closing of one momentous chapter in a young player’s life and the beginning of another.

It celebrates the accomplishments that have taken place in a years-long journey and the lasting imprint that will be left behind.

Michigan coach John Beilein has probably witnessed more ceremonies and commemorated more players’ careers than most over his roughly 40-year career. But Sunday’s celebration at Crisler Center will likely be a bit more tearful than any other he’s experienced before.

“Yeah, I’ll probably get a little emotional,” Beilein said Friday while getting choked up, “like I am now.