Tony Shaver follows script written by two admirable men

Posted Mar 10, 2014
Call it “The Dean’s List.” It has nothing to do with grades or grade point average, though even if it did, Tony Shaver would almost certainly be included. This Dean’s List refers to men who played under legendary former UNC coach Dean Smith then went on to become coaches themselves. Shaver has more than earned his standing on that list during nearly 30 years roaming the sidelines. (William & Mary)

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