Shaun Draughn 2009 running back sleeper
Shaun Draughn, North Carolina - After the Greg Little experiment failed, the Tar Heels turned to a converted defensive back to jumpstart the rushing attack. Draughn's first career carries were last season, as he collected 866 yards and three scores. If Draughn can punch it in the endzone a few more times this season, his value should see a significant bump.
(Athlon Sports)
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Tim Fedroff enjoys playing pro game
Tim Fedroff has no regrets about leaving UNC after his sophomore season last year to begin his professional baseball career. "I'm enjoying it," said Fedroff, who signed with the Cleveland Indians in August. "Baseball every day -- it doesn't get any better than that." The Kinston Indians center fielder acknowledged that he thought about the Tar Heels plenty during their recent run in the College World Series, and he is still close with the team.
(Raleigh News & Observer)
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Wayne Ellington: “Draft night was draining emotionally”
Have you ever met another Philadelphia area guard named Kobe Bryant who played at Lower Merion High, which wasn’t far from your high school? WE: I met him and from what I have experienced, he is a great guy. I can’t wait to match up with him. It will be a big-time challenge but I would look forward to it especially since he’s been my favorite player.
(Hoops Hype)
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Rashad McCants out of Sacramento
As the beginning of the free agency process approached Tuesday, Kings basketball president Geoff Petrie said the club would not extend qualifying offers to reserves Ike Diogu and Rashad McCants. Both players were scheduled to become unrestricted free agents and able to sign with any team after Tuesday's 9 p.m. deadline. The Kings have no interest in re-signing McCants.
(Sacramento Bee)
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Seattle Mariners close to signing Kyle Seager
The Mariners are close to signing left-handed-hitting infielder Kyle Seager, their third-round selection in last month's First-Year Player Draft out of the University of North Carolina. The deal could be finalized later this week. Seager would be the highest Draft choice signed so far by the Mariners, who selected 52 players in the three-day Draft, which took place June 9-11.
(MLB.com)
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Basketball Should Reign Again in ACC
The dominance of men's basketball in ACC athletics can be measured by how thoroughly the sport has ruled the league's athlete-of-the-year awards. Another basketball player - UNC's Ty Lawson - is likely to join the list of Anthony McKevlin Award winners this month. Lawson's primary competition probably will come from NCAA champion golfer Matt Hill of N.C. State and FSU football player Myron Rolle.
(American Chronicle)
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UNC Field Hockey Players Named To National Squads
Five UNC players have been named to the U.S. National Team for field hockey, announced recently by USA Field Hockey. Rachel Dawson, Katelyn Falgowski, Jesse Gey, Carrie Lingo and Amy Tran, all veteran members of the team, were selected for the 24-member 2009-10 squad. All five represented the U.S. at the 2008 Summer Olympics in Beijing. Falgowski will be a junior at UNC this fall, while the other four are Carolina graduates.
(Tar Heel Blue)
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Not Your Quinn-tessential Rookie
The NFL's most heralded players are ones capable of making an impact with or without the ball. Broncos rookie Richard Quinn is on course to join that club. In college, the 6-foot-4 tight end established himself as a standout blocker. Head Coach Josh McDaniels saw something else when selecting him in the 2009 NFL Draft: soft hands. "He didn't catch a lot of balls at North Carolina, but that wasn't because he can't catch," McDaniels said.
(DenverBroncos.com)
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UNC, Nike reach 10-year deal
North Carolina will continue to lace up Nikes for the next nine years. School officials said Wednesday they have signed a 10-year contract for Nike to supply athletic footwear, apparel and accessory products to the Tar Heels. The contract was signed in late May and was made retroactive to July 1, 2008. School officials also said Nike has entered individual contracts with each of the Tar Heels' head coaches.
(Rocky Mount Telegram)
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Deon Thompson goes for gold
UNC basketball player Deon Thompson has a national championship ring on the way from the Tar Heels' successful run in the NCAA Tournament, and now he is trying to add a gold medal to collection. Thompson is a member of the U.S. World University Games basketball team that will compete in Belgrade, Serbia, July 2-12. The United States will play its opening game in pool play this Friday against Finland.
(Chapel Hill News)
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Greg Elleby sees switch as positive
When UNC lineman Greg Elleby switched positions in the spring, he had to go on the offensive with his mentality if he hoped to make a successful transition. A defensive lineman for his first three seasons on campus, Elleby is now an offensive guard. The move places him in a position to earn more playing time, and it will benefit the team if he is successful. Nonetheless, it has not been without its sacrifices.
(Rivals.com)
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Dads, kids, hoops - a winning combo
Photos from the Eric Montross Father's Day Basketball Camp held on Saturday, June 20.
(Raleigh News & Observer)
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Lawson a Melo, Nuggets fan
Nuggets coach George Karl not only got a Tar Heel in Thursday night’s draft, he also got a Nuggets fan. Ty Lawson, the newest Nugget, had eyes for the team long before they had eyes for him. As it turns out, Lawson is a bit star struck by all-star forward Carmelo Anthony.
(Denver Post)
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Taking A Crack Ride On Pack Pride
At the rate some of the mouth-breathers over at Pack Pride disown their own, it won’t be too long before NC State will be a Wolfpack of one. Even Philip Rivers is getting his Pack credentials examined.
(850 The Buzz)
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Picking the ACC
Coastal Division #3. North Carolina -- Butch Davis continues to recruit. The Tar Heels should continue to win. In Davis' second year the Heels jumped from four to eight wins. Often-injured quarterback T.J. Yates lost his two most reliable targets (Hakeem Nicks and Brandon Tate) to the NFL. Fortunately, the defense is loaded. If the Heels can win at Georgia Tech on Sept. 26 don't be surprised if they start 6-0.
(CBS Sports)
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Still Nothing Flashy About Marvin Williams
Marvin Williams arrives at the Kitsap Family YMCA unannounced, shadowed by friend Kevin Van Hook, and no one appears to notice. That is about normal for the understated Williams. “To be honest,” Williams said, “my life is boring.” He and Van Hook last week lifted weights for 30 minutes, shot a few free throws and then they disappeared. No fanfare, no nothing. But that is Marvin, a young man of few words who moves his lanky 6-foot-9 frame quietly through the world.
(Kitsap Sun)
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Wayne Ellington scores big among youth at camp
It wasn’t difficult to pinpoint the theme of Wayne Ellington’s speech to about 40 teens attending a basketball camp this week at Conestoga High School. The former UNC standout mentioned hard work at least a dozen times during his appearance on Tuesday morning. Wearing a UNC t-shirt, NBA socks and carrying an official Minnesota Timberwolves basketball with him, Ellington spent about 15 minutes addressing the youngsters
(Pottstown Mercury)
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Mark Fleury, Brian Moran Ink Pro Deals
UNC standouts Mark Fleury and Brian Moran each signed professional contacts earlier this month after being selected in the 2009 MLB Draft. Fleury, who hit .309 with 12 home runs and 60 RBI as the Tar Heels' catcher this season, signed with the Cincinnati Reds after being selected in the fourth round. Moran, a third-team All-America pick by Baseball America as a left-handed reliever, inked with the Seattle Mariners after being chosen in the seventh round.
(Tar Heel Blue)
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Who's next year's #1 NBA Draft pick?
I think North Carolina forward Ed Davis will be the No. 1 guy. Davis was a role player on the Tar Heels' national title team this past season, but he will be the Heels' go-to guy next season. Look for him to add 10 or so pounds and also get stronger, which will make him even more attractive to scouts. Davis would've been a lottery selection this year, but he wisely chose to return for his sophomore season.
(Rivals.com)
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Balling in Blue Heaven
It’s been a great week for me so far because I’ve been in Chapel Hill working out working out and playing a lot of ball. Lots of current and past UNC players are in town for Coach Williams’ annual basketball camp.
(Brendan Haywood blog)
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Carolina Dreamin’
Last week John Henson found himself in the middle of a pickup game with some of his new North Carolina teammates. While the majority of the scrimmages the freshman has participated in during his first two weeks on campus have been amongst the players on the Tar Heels roster, on this day, Henson found himself facing up against the likes of Raymond Felton and Brendan Haywood.
(Slam Online)
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Early 2010 NBA mock draft
3. Ed Davis, 6-9, 215, PF, Soph., North Carolina: He's long, plays hard and also produces. He can be a force on the defensive end and is also capable of scoring. Just needs to get stronger. 9. John Henson, 6-10, 210, C, Fr., North Carolina: He's still a ways away from reaching his potential, but the NBA folks will love what they see out of Henson. Extremely long and athletic; needs to bulk up.
(FOX Sports)
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What's UNC have left after the NBA draft?
Last season, North Carolina had the top backcourt in the country, and one of the most experienced, with Ty Lawson and Wayne Ellington. Next season, it will have one of the thinnest and least experienced. Swing guard Marcus Ginyard will return to school for a fifth year after missing last season following foot surgery. He will give Coach Roy Williams one experienced guard.
(Chapel Hill News)
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Vitale: Tar Heels won't struggle next season
For those who feel the Tar Heels will be struggling next season after losing those four, think again. Williams has the likes of Ed Davis, Deon Thompson and Tyler Zeller returning up front. Marcus Ginyard and Larry Drew return in the backcourt. The Tar Heels have one of the premier recruiting classes in America with David and Travis Wear from California, John Henson, Dexter Strickland and Leslie McDonald.
(ESPN.com)
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Kendric Burney, Deunta Williams preparing for season
Kendric Burney and Deunta Williams have been maintenance men this summer. Ask Williams about the summer workouts for himself and the rest of his experienced UNC football teammates and the former White Oak High standout will use the word "maintenance." "For older guys, the summer has been about maintenance," the safety said Monday. "We started in spring. So the summer is all about staying healthy."
(Jacksonville Daily News)
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