Eric Montross on His Bloody Duke Night, 'I Wear the Scars As a Badge of Honor'
Posted Oct 6, 2020
Before speaking to Eric Montross, his reputation will meet you first. Friends, colleagues, and fans will converse to you about one of the nicest Tar Heels' they've ever come across. Montross is a leading example and legacy of his mentor and coach, Dean Smith. Montross is one of 'Dean's Boys.' It's a title proudly worn and said by many players from Smith's coaching era.
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