Memories of "The Return" linger as UNC, N.C. State prepare for rematch

Posted Oct 29, 2013
"The Return'' made Giovani Bernard a folk hero, set in motion events that cost a head coach his job and rejuvenated one of the ACC's longest rivalries. As North Carolina and N.C. State began preparations Monday to renew their rivalry for the 103rd time Saturday in Raleigh, both teams recalled last year's game in Chapel Hill that produced the most dramatic finish in the series history. (Fayetteville Observer)

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