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Former North Carolina basketball coach Roy Williams is seemingly enjoying his life of retirement.
A three-time national champion and Hall of Famer, Williams racked up more than 900 victories during his 33-year run at Kansas and UNC. Ol’ Roy’s run came to an end in 2021 after his 18th season with the Tar Heels.
Recently, Williams was a guest on the “Chin Music” podcast, which features former UNC baseball player Chad Holbrook, Scottie Frier and Colin Morris. Holbrook is currently the baseball coach at College of Charleston.
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Over the course of an hour and 30 minutes, Williams discusses several topics, including his journey from Asheville to Chapel Hill, coaching alongside Dean Smith, recruiting Michael Jordan and his “favorite” Duke players.
Full episodes of the “Chin Music” podcast can be found on Apple or Spotify. Here are some of the highlights from Williams’ appearance on the podcast.
Michael Jordan, UNC’s 1982 national championship
During his time as an assistant coach for Dean Smith, Roy Williams recalled his first time seeing Michael Jordan play at UNC’s summer basketball camp.
Following Jordan’s impressive stretch of 5-on-5 sessions, fellow assistant coach Eddie Fogler asked Williams at dinner if Williams saw anybody he liked so far.
“I think I just saw the best 6-foot-4 high school player I’ve ever seen,” Williams said. “. … He could frickin’ play.”
Williams noted Jordan’s “viciousness” as a competitor and a work ethic to match the talent.
“I never saw anybody outwork him,” Williams said.
The legend was born in the 1982 NCAA championship game against Georgetown. Jordan nailed a jumper with 17 seconds left to…
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Author : The Fayetteville Observer
Publish date : 2023-09-26 17:23:10
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