Former UNC, NFL player Dwight Hollier makes impact as counselor

Posted Feb 3, 2015
(This article was published on July 15, 2014.) Dwight Hollier's first career was a passion. His current career is more akin to a crusade. The Peninsula native and former NFL linebacker counsels players — past, present and future — on life beyond the field. He takes his own experiences and lessons he learned in becoming a licensed professional counselor and helps players fulfill their potential as they transition into and out of the game. (The Daily Press)

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