Eric Montross honored with emotional tribute at first UNC home game since his passing

Posted Jan 1, 2024
UNC honored Eric Montross, who passed away Dec. 17 at the age of 52 after a battle with cancer. The UNC basketball legend who won a national championship in 1993 under coach Dean Smith was also a two-time All-American. He was the color commentator on the Tar Heel Sports Network alongside Woody Durham and then Jones Angell for 18 years. (CLTure)

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