Extra Points: Baller

Posted Nov 18, 2013
It was during an orientation meeting last summer when each Tar Heel freshman was asked to introduce himself and offer one word as the consummate descriptive term for his ability, personality and essence. It got around to a tiny short-haired kid from West Virginia who stood up and said in full voice, "My name is Ryan Switzer. Baller." (GoHeels.com)

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