Day'Ron Sharpe Showcasing Motor, Aggressiveness in Starting Role

Posted Jan 5, 2021
Freshman big man Day'Ron Sharpe received his first start for North Carolina on Dec. 30 in a 72-67 loss to Georgia Tech. The move seemed inevitable as Sharpe's contagious energy and effort made him a dominant force, especially on the boards, and forced UNC basketball coach Roy Williams to reward him with more minutes and a starter's designation. (Inside Carolina)

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