James Spurling, Longtime UNC Athletics Staff Member, Passes Away

Posted Feb 5, 2026
James Spurling, whose selfless nature, honesty, commitment to teamwork, and dedication to all things Tar Heels wove him through the tapestry of Carolina for more than five decades, passed away suddenly on Thursday morning. The long-time Director of Kenan Stadium and the Kenan Football Center and Massey Award winner was 68. (GoHeels.com)

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