UNC JV Basketball: Dean Smith, Phil Ford, Open Tryouts & Life Behind the Bench
That Don‘t Sound RightShow Notes
In this episode of That Don’t Sound Right, hosts Peter and Cecil welcome Dr. Cooper Scurry for a fascinating look at the history, traditions, and unexpected perks of University of North Carolina basketball JV team.
Cooper shares how the UNC JV program evolved from the old freshman basketball team under legendary coach Dean Smith, what it was like going through open tryouts at the Dean Dome, and the experience of being around coaches and Carolina basketball figures like Phil Ford.
And then there are the perks. From the unique opportunity to sit directly behind the bench to the memories and experiences that came with being part of the program, this conversation offers a different perspective on one of college basketball’s most storied programs.
The discussion goes beyond wins and losses, too. Cooper talks about the basketball drills, coaching lessons, player development, and experiences that stayed with him long after his time on the court—and helped shape players and coaches alike.
It’s a look at UNC basketball from a perspective you don’t often hear: the JV team, the people behind the scenes, and the lessons that happen away from the spotlight.
Pull up a chair and join Peter, Cecil, and Cooper as they talk Carolina basketball the old-fashioned way—before you could Google every answer.
And if something in this conversation makes you think, “That Don’t Sound Right,” you know what to do.
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