For Mack Brown, Building Begins At Home

Posted Nov 30, 2018
In his new job, Mack Brown is going to simply try to get as many quality football players from the Old North State to stay home and play for the Tar Heels as he can. Among the many things that need fixing, this is right near the top of the list. Brown didn’t have those problems during his first stint as North Carolin’s coach from 1988-97. His rosters were definitely home-grown heavy. (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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