Lucas: Senior Ends Have Familiar Goal

Posted Aug 11, 2006

Having a breakthrough senior season usually involves two distinct components: off-field leadership and on-field production. It's possible to have one without the other, but they're usually closely tied. The leadership portion was addressed by both players over the summer. Melik Brown is one of the Tar Heels most frequently cited by his teammates as an influential locker room presence. Brian Rackley, meanwhile, has tried to change his approach to become a better leader. (Tar Heel Blue)

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