Finding the fire: Jarin Stevenson’s quiet path to being vocal leader
Posted Sep 25, 2026
Jarin Stevenson is a quiet young man with a pleasant personality off the court. During Thursday’s press conference at the Smith Center, the 6-10 forward constantly smiled while talking about how Coach Michael Malone’s first UNC roster has come together. But the first-year Carolina coach’s mission has been to change Stevenson's demeanor on the court.
(Tar Heel Tribune)
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