For one night only, breaking away from normal days passing by, something comes along to ignite a fire- awakening our souls. Upon flares of destiny, for brief periods in time, the world opens up in an explosion of rapture so that we may ascend to our finest moments. Our lives are defined by hills and valleys; feelings of pure exhilaration, as well as the deepest despair. Whether the tears we shed are of joy or heartbreak, we relentlessly pursue these dare-to-be-great situations, in search of the next moment that defines our very being. Now as the nation moves approaches an indescribable climax, a region heralded by miracles will erupt when for one day, the blues will run once again.
Powder and Royal; 8 miles; two schools, and two programs. One fabled road connects two breathtaking universities with one identical driving passion to excel. There are many competitive rivals, but no two, nowhere in the world that serve up more staggering credentials than the magical rivalry, known as Tobacco Road.
- 9 National Championships
- 33 Final Fours
- 44 Consensus All-Americans
- 16 National Players of the Year
- Two universities firmly rooted in the top 30 in the land
Led by two men whose leadership is legendary; supported by fans whose brotherhood is unmatched. Something which ceased to be “Just a game” long ago, it is a phenomenon which brings two empires to their feet time and time again. A rivalry of eternal passion which requires the most devout ambition, and nothing less. Fighting through blood, sweat, and tears, we are painted with ecstasy when we grudgingly admit our respect for one another. It is an enigmatic experience when for one night, the tides of emotion swell with electricity.
A new chapter lined with anticipation and drama will be written on March 3rd, when dreams will culminate with reality. The allegiances we own burn with inherited desire to punish our foe, and soon enough the central characters of Tobacco Road will have their finest hour. Never “Just a game,” more than a mere rivalry; we walk into battle, and into history.
The North Carolina Tar Heels, and The Duke Blue Devils.
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