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Link to Dream On: From Backyard to Biscuits - A Tar Heel Basketball Tale, by Jackson Watkins

Jackson Watkins secures his place in North Carolina Tar Heels history with clutch “biscuit” buckets—lighting up the Dean Dome and earning a memorable spot among Tar Heel legends. From draining a free throw in front of Michael Jordan against NC State to nailing a dramatic three versus The Citadel, Watkins brings fans inside the thrills, superstitions, and camaraderie of UNC’s beloved walk-on tradition.

Isaac Schade spotlights Watkins’ journey from Texas and Virginia to earning a roster spot in Chapel Hill, and unpacks the whirlwind 2021–22 run that ended Coach K’s career and set up a heart-stopping Final Four showdown with Duke. Special focus is given to the impact of NCAA changes on Carolina’s storied JV program and the uncertain future for aspiring walk-ons. Watkins shares reflections from his new book, “Dream On,” and offers a behind-the-scenes perspective on what it means—and what it takes—to become part of Tar Heel lore.

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