Heels Need Big Year From Tyler Zeller

Posted Jul 27, 2010
Tyler Zeller was one of 20 college players invited to work out against the USA Basketball group that is vying to be on the World Championship squad. “It’s great playing against these guys,” Zeller said. “This is the best of the best and it’s a great opportunity.” It’s the first step for Zeller in finally beginning to realize the potential that many had projected of him when he signed with UNC. (Inside Carolina)

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