Dean Smith Began Historic Coaching Career 59 Years Ago Today

Posted Aug 3, 2020
On August 3, 1961, North Carolina lost a Hall of Fame coach and gained another. Following a major recruiting scandal and rumors of point shaving, UNC Chancellor William Aycock forced coach Frank McGuire to resign and subsequently replaced him with his top assistant — Dean Smith. "It took me about 15 minutes to decide," Aycock said regarding UNC's coaching search. (Inside Carolina)

Related: Basketball, Basketball Recruiting

Smith Center evolution discussions continue as 3 top contenders emerge
Three arena options have emerged as top contenders in the evolution of Carolina basketball, senior associate athletic director Rick Steinbacher told Jones Angell and Adam...
Wed Mar 4, 2026

Video: Carolina Insider - Post-Clemson Reactions & Interviews
Join Jones Angell and Adam Lucas for Carolina Insider postgame reactions as they break down the Tar Heels' 67-63 win over the Clemson Tigers, review...
Wed Mar 4, 2026

North Carolina vs. Clemson Postgame Quotes
Hubert Davis on Seth Trimble's commitment to UNC: "What an example, a testament to perseverance and being able to continue and stay through the fight...
Wed Mar 4, 2026

Video: UNC Basketball Players Post-Clemson Locker Room Interviews
North Carolina's Seth Trimble, Jarin Stevenson, Henri Veesaar, and Luka Bogavac speak with reporters following the No. 17 Tar Heels' 67-63 Senior Night victory over...
Wed Mar 4, 2026