It all changed with one kick for Connor Barth

Posted Oct 3, 2007

By now Connor Barth is known around Chapel Hill for his composure, his surfer-like chill. But back then on that perfect October night in 2004, the 58,000 fans in attendance had no idea who this kid was. Connor Barth? Sounded more like a middle-aged tax attorney than a football hero. And this was the guy being trusted with kicking powerful Miami out of the national title picture? (Fayetteville Observer)

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