Mark Paschal looks in new direction

Posted Dec 25, 2008
Mark Paschal's football playing days are over, but North Carolina coach Butch Davis isn't ready for the senior's career to end. Paschal suffered a cervical spine injury on Nov.22 against N.C. State. Paschal and was advised by doctors never to play again. “Coach Davis talked to me about sticking around and doing all I can to try to bring some of the other guys along,” Paschal said. “He told me I was still a captain and an important part of this team." (Charlotte Observer)

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