You don’t have to live in North Carolina to be familiar with college mascot names like Wolfpack, Tar Heels and Blue Devils.
But even some who do call North Carolina home may not be familiar with all the history behind some of the state’s team and mascot names.
Here’s a look at lesser-known details on some of the schools’ mascots and sports program nicknames:
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