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Dean Smith puts EVERY player he coached in his Will


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someone do the math here...he coached 36 years

 

 

 

 

 

If you want to know a little bit about the type of person and coach Dean Smith was, look no further than his will and trust.

Smith, a legendary North Carolina basketball coach who passed away last month at age 83, has willed $200 to each of his former players. Those who played for Smith during his 36-year tenure as head coach of the Tar Heels are all receiving a check.

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Each of Smith's former players received a letter along with a check.

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"Please enjoy your dinner out."

Goosebumps, anyone? Smith is one of the most respected coaches in the history of collegiate athletics. There’s a reason UNC took time during a game to pay tribute to him after his passing. For people like Michael Jordan, we know the money means nothing. The same cannot be said of the thought.

 

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By putting in his will he made it PUBLIC RECORD

 

 

Why didnt he do it prior to death ?

 

Its 38k total.he earned 25 mill plus coaching those players

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By putting in his will he made it PUBLIC RECORD

 

 

Why didnt he do it prior to death ?

 

Its 38k total.he earned 25 mill plus coaching those players

 

He has a family and stuff, in case you were wondering.

 

He gave those kids one of the best basketball educations one could find. He gave them every inkling of effort and wisdom he had. .

 

He earned those players a lot of money, too. I know some of them would have been great regardless, but the Dean helped a lot of troubled kids find their way and their life.

 

He helped mentor any that asked throughout their adult life.

 

The 38k was just icing on the cake for a great coach, and an even better man.

 

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He did it a manor assured of attracting attention by having it pass thru probate.

 

Why?

 

Much easier ways to do it.

 

But wouldn't have made ESPN ticker.....

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He did a great and generous thing.

 

In a manner that was sure to make headlines.

 

Many coaches help out former players over and above 38k.

 

They simply dont do it vua public probate records

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