"Tar Heel State Sports Revival: A Year of Triumph and Joy For North Carolina sports fans, 2023 will be remembered as a year of unbridled excitement and triumph. From the Hurricanes' thrilling Stanley Cup run to the Tar Heels' historic NCAA Tournament victories, the state's sports landscape has been abuzz with energy and enthusiasm. In this opinion piece, the Raleigh News & Observer reflects on the significance of these achievements and how they've brought the community together. As the author argues, the past year has been a much-needed respite from the sports-related disappointments of years past, and a testament to the enduring spirit of NC sports fans."

Hurricanes’ Stanley Cup run caps off a year of NC sports fans having fun again | Opinion  Raleigh News & Observer