Three takeaways from UNC softball's series with top-ranked Duke
DURHAM — The North Carolina softball team traveled to Durham this weekend and was swept 3-0 by the No. 1 Blue Devils. Here are three takeaways from the series' action:
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DURHAM — The North Carolina softball team traveled to Durham this weekend and was swept 3-0 by the No. 1 Blue Devils. Here are three takeaways from the series' action:
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