Anson Dorrance proud of Tar Heel pipeline to the World Cup

Posted Aug 22, 2023
The No. 2 UNC women's soccer team opened the season Sunday with a 3-1 win over Cal. But before that, coach Anson Dorrance was watching the Women's World Cup final. The legendary North Carolina coach had six former Tar Heel players suiting up in soccer's most prestigious tournament. A seventh, as a head coach who led England to the final. (WRAL Sports Fan)

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