UNC Basketball In Contact With New Zealand 7-Footer Julius Halaifonua
Posted Jul 16, 2024
Speaking at the 2024 NBA Academy Games over the weekend, Julius Halaifonua, a 7-foot, 290-pound center from New Zealand, broke down the latest in his recruitment. "Some of the bigger schools that have reached out...North Carolina, Kentucky, Gonzaga, and Georgetown. Those four right now are the biggest recruiters. But I've got a lot of others."
(Sports Illustrated)
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