On Roy Williams' 70th Birthday: His 5 Best Coaching Jobs At UNC

Posted Aug 1, 2020
As Roy Williams turns 70 on Saturday, we look at the five best coaching jobs the Hall of Fame coach has turned in since taking over North Carolina's basketball program in 2003. Keep in mind, we aren’t ranking his five best teams, we’re noting his five best coaching jobs. There's a difference. Here is our list: 5- 2009 (34-4 overall, 13-3 ACC, National Champion) (Tar Heel Illustrated)

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