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On This Date 25 Years Ago: Dean Smith Retires

On October 9, 1997, legendary North Carolina men's basketball coach Dean Smith shocked the college basketball world, announcing his retirement after 36 seasons. Long-time assistant Bill Guthridge would take over as the program’s head coach. Even 25 years later, UNC Basketball still honors Smith's mantra: "Play Hard. Play Smart. Play Together." (Keeping It Heel) Video: Justin Jackson and Taylor Vippolis Chat With Kenny Williams
Taylor Vippolis is joined by 2017 National Champion Justin Jackson to talk about the latest news in Carolina Basketball. Today's episode features Jackson's former teammate.