The University of North Carolina has seen its share of basketball glory. With a rich history that includes legendary coaches like Dean Smith and Roy Williams, there’s a tradition that Tar Heels know well. Head Coach Hubert Davis, himself a UNC alum, faces the daunting task of upholding that tradition while putting his unique stamp on the program. Questions linger – How will they preserve the Tar Heel tradition while infusing fresh energy? What is the legacy of returning veterans like Armando Bacot and R.J. Davis
Coach Davis, ever mindful of the legacy of past coaches, emphasizes the principles that have guided the program for years – on-court excellence, off-court character, and classroom success. The Tar Heels under his leadership are still the custodians of that legacy, as embodied by players like Armando Bacot and R.J. Davis.
One aspect of Coach Davis’s approach is his unwavering respect for the path laid out by coaching greats like Dean Smith and Roy Williams. The Tar Heel tradition is revered and not lost in his transition to head coach. This philosophy is about walking in the same shoes, on the same paths, but with a different and unique personality.
