University of North Carolina and University of Virginia staff member Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill and Chapelboro.com News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, January 12. They discussed a trio of legendary coaches who have left their posts in the past few days: Nick Saban, Pete Carroll, and Bill Belichick, and more.

Dr. Deborah Stroman — who is a UNC faculty member, sports businesswoman and former basketball player — chats with 97.9 The Hill’s Brighton McConnell each week about the world of sports. Click here to listen to their past conversations on the latest sports headlines and cultural impact.

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