Dean Smith is a North Carolina icon. In his native Emporia, Kansas, he remains an ideal
Posted Nov 10, 2024
In time, Dean Smith became Carolina basketball, molding and shaping his program to reflect his character and values. He became a North Carolina icon and arguably the most beloved figure in the history of the state. Smith never embraced the hype surrounding his team’s accomplishments. He wanted to be known more as a teacher and educator.
(Yahoo! Sports)
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