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Tue Nov 10, 2009 10:51 am EST

Carolina red? UNC opens in unusual throwbacks

By Eamonn Brennan

If you're like me, you watched last night's Carolina-FIU game in glassy standard definition, which, because of some weird aspect ratio-related defect in my TV, looks even more covered in Vaseline than usual. Switching back to HD was like taking off bifocals. It was beautiful.

So it was hard for me to notice the pretty cool little details North Carolina added to their throwback uniforms in celebration of 100 years of UNC basketball. They (the details) were subtle, but swathed UNC players in a color most modern UNC fans would be slightly horrified by: red.

These are UNC's 1957 throwbacks, which, yes, included a dash of red on the waistline and in the jersey trim. Perhaps ESPNU broadcaster Jason Williams -- former Duke guard Jason Williams, mind you -- said it best "The bookstores in Chapel Hill are going to be sold out of those. I might have to stop by and get me a pair." If even a Dukie can appreciate your gear, you know you're looking good.

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  1. Peter D
    1. Posted by Peter D Tue Nov 10, 2009 11:11 am EST

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    did anyone really want to see Isiah up close in HD? anyone?
  2. Jmart
    2. Posted by Jmart Tue Nov 10, 2009 12:04 pm EST

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    I don't think that's the jersey, I think that's his boxers just coming over his shorts...
  3. Chris J
    3. Posted by Chris J Tue Nov 10, 2009 12:09 pm EST

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    The Uni's were cool, but the turnovers were not. The Heels need to tidy up a bit if they really want to beat the likes of Ohio State, Michigan State, Kentucky, and Texas. All of whom they play in the next month and change.
  4. rod s
    4. Posted by rod s Tue Nov 10, 2009 12:40 pm EST

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    i agree with Chris 26 turnovers wont cut it in the next month.
  5. dbd
    5. Posted by dbd Tue Nov 10, 2009 1:28 pm EST

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    The team that took the floor last night does not deserve a top 10 ranking. They don't deserve a top 25 ranking. Beating FIU, a bad team with a new coach and zero stars, by only 16 points, while committing that many turnovers, was an embarrassment. And these talented new freshman showed little signs of life, save for the halftime buzzer beater. Strickland and Henson appear to be duds, and unless this team develops in a hurry, so will be UNC's season.
  6. tbgiganti
    6. Posted by tbgiganti Tue Nov 10, 2009 2:26 pm EST

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    Early season games are there for a reason. Look at Michigan State for a perfect example, they usually drop at least 10-20 spots in the rankings every year before conference play. At the end of conference play, they usually have regained their top ranking and go far into the tourney.
    There are plenty of ranked teams right now that look like they should finish at the bottom of their conferences but they won't. especialy UNC, Roy Williams will have them playing top tier basketball soon enough just give the young guys a couple games.
  7. Golfer in NC
    7. Posted by Golfer in NC Tue Nov 10, 2009 3:00 pm EST

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    in 2008, by far my best investment was Carolina bball tix. I am sure they will "outperform" again this year. (disclaimer - I am an ardent Virginia fan, and buy the tickets only because I live in CH and have access)
  8. Bone
    8. Posted by Bone Tue Nov 10, 2009 4:43 pm EST

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    i mean come on unc is a joke. they come out losing THEIR BEST FOUR!!!!!!! and they beat a crappy FIU team by what 10 15 points. critize me how you like but i want to hear a big you were right when they fall in the 20s becasue they got a bunch of fresh meat freshmen on the court. heck duke has got them beat this year. unc is complete crap. end of story. all the critics just know they cant be good every year. remember that.
  9. beerman2619
    9. Posted by beerman2619 Tue Nov 10, 2009 5:10 pm EST

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    ha ha duke fans talkin trash. When is the last time the dukies won a national championship ha ha bunch of losers.
  10. Tarheel in Houma
    10. Posted by Tarheel in Houma Tue Nov 10, 2009 6:07 pm EST

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    I love my boys in blue, but common guys.... Last night was sad. No excuse in the sloppy play. Just because you were national champs last year does not mean you can ride the coat tails of that group. You need to step up, and step up quick. Should m=have mopped the floor with FIU. As for the uniforms, I am sad to say I did not even notice. Love my heels!
  11. David
    11. Posted by David Tue Nov 10, 2009 7:00 pm EST

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    1957 Throwback uniform? Can anyone tell me when UNC desegregated their basketball team?
  12. gottapaysupport
    12. Posted by gottapaysupport Tue Nov 10, 2009 7:00 pm EST

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    I am glad it's my time to post a comment as I am not at all happy with what I am hearing. First off, the heels this year aren't the same heels from last year except for a few newcomers and some that sat on the bench. Sloppy play, well yes you dingbats, it can be expected this time of year from any team. I dont care who you are. Do you think that Roy Williams is that stupid? I am sure during the practices this week there will be some major drills and correction going on. Also, did he not put his 2nd and 3rd strings on the floor? Give me a friggin break people. NO! The Heels will not win as many games this year as last but hold on to your hats because another final four is on the horizon but maybe not this year. All I have to say is... Don't be fooled.
  13. dumbgolfer
    13. Posted by dumbgolfer Tue Nov 10, 2009 8:55 pm EST

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    Can you tell me any other program that can put out a team as good as last years once, let alone every year. Roy's boys will be in top form when it counts. You know tounament time. I was there for Tyler's first game, and he sucked. Look what that team went on to do. Give those guys a break. Could you go into the DEAN DOME for your first collegiate game and not be a little overwhelmed.
  14. james
    14. Posted by james Tue Nov 10, 2009 9:30 pm EST

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    UNC will be fine. They have not played enough or gelled together for their first game. They have new players and the freshman no matter how good they are must adjust to Carolina basketball. Don't forget they have one of the best basketball coaches on this side of heaven not taking anything from The Dean but Roy Williams is a heck of a coach. Go Heels!
  15. darktower7
    15. Posted by darktower7 Tue Nov 10, 2009 9:31 pm EST

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    Go heels!!!!!! back to back baby!!!!!!!!!
  16. C-rad
    16. Posted by C-rad Wed Nov 11, 2009 9:29 am EST

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    Thank God for you Carowhiners! Your crying about a 20 point win this early is great. If only your ball control was as good as your [profane]in'. Rock on Whiners...rock on!
  17. Gerry
    17. Posted by Gerry Wed Nov 11, 2009 4:24 pm EST

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    Trhowback uniforms, my foot! They may have had a bit of red on the waistband, but (with a limited view in the photo,) they appear to be the same girly-boy pants that have infected sports for way too long. Put the men in men's pants, and I won't give a flip about the colors. As they are, red or not red at the waist, they are throw up dresses. Of course, that corresponds with the pathetically low scores that have characterized college and NBA hoops ever since the advent of the 3-point shot.
  18. Cheers 4 Beers
    18. Posted by Cheers 4 Beers Thu Nov 12, 2009 8:41 pm EST

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    I heard the same bs last year,year b4 and the year b4.The Heels are a top 5 team again and will remain so until Roy retires so get used to it.That was first game turnovers as everyone has.So for the haters, keep punching them keyboards till your fingers fall off,cuz we are the CREAM OF THE CROP! Woooooooooooo!Oh yea Crad, I did your sister last night.....
  19. Cheers 4 Beers
    19. Posted by Cheers 4 Beers Thu Nov 12, 2009 8:42 pm EST

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    She is a whiner too

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