Born & Bred: Obsessively Excellent

Posted Mar 18, 2022
Courtney Banghart’s eyes lit up as she was asked about one of her favorite topics – her players. She went through North Carolina's full roster, describing their quirks and their personalities. And then she got to Alyssa Ustby. "She’s a freak," Banghart said of Ustby, "and it’s awesome." That’s the quintessential description of Carolina’s sophomore standout. (Rams Club)

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