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ACC Now podcast: Gov. Roy Cooper on UNC-Duke, blocking Phil Ford’s shot and ACC hoops

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Gov. Roy Cooper speaks with reporters following a press conference Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 at Greensboro’s Piedmont Triad International announcing Boom Supersonic’s plans to build a $500 million “flagship” production facility at the airport that is expected to create more than 1,750 jobs.
Gov. Roy Cooper speaks with reporters following a press conference Wednesday, Jan. 26, 2022 at Greensboro’s Piedmont Triad International announcing Boom Supersonic’s plans to build a $500 million “flagship” production facility at the airport that is expected to create more than 1,750 jobs. Travis Long tlong@newsobserver.com

Gov. Roy Cooper, who grew up a UNC fan in Nash County, joins N&O sports columnist Luke DeCock to discuss Saturday’s North Carolina-Duke game, his favorite memories from the rivalry and his dubious Final Four record. He also shares other stories tied to his love of sports, like the time he blocked Phil Ford’s shot.

You can also listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Audible, TuneIn and Stitcher.

This story was originally published February 8, 2022 at 4:50 AM with the headline "ACC Now podcast: Gov. Roy Cooper on UNC-Duke, blocking Phil Ford’s shot and ACC hoops."

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