University of Virginia and University of North Carolina staff member Deborah Stroman spoke with 97.9 The Hill News Director Brighton McConnell on Friday, November 15. They discussed UNC women’s basketball. Deb was on site in Greensboro as the UNC women’s team was preparing to tip off against second ranked UCONN. She discussed expectations for the team, the season going forward, and the general state of women’s college basketball.

Dr. Deborah Stroman — who is a UNC faculty member, sports businesswoman, former basketball player and columnist — 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 impact in the game, on culture, and for business.

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