CHAPEL HILL, N.C. – A stellar weekend celebrating the 2016 Tar Heel Trailblazers was capped Saturday afternoon with a reception at the Kenan-Flagler Business Schools’ Kenan Center honoring Sharon Couch-Fikes and Phil Ford. This marked the third year in a row that Carolina Athletics has honored pioneering African-American student-athletes with the award, which recognizes individuals who paved the way for success in all aspects of the student-athlete experience.
"Tar Heel Trailblazers presents us with the opportunity to share inspiring stories and celebrate the accomplishments of some truly remarkable Tar Heels,” said Martina Ballen, UNC’s Chief Financial Officer and the chair of the Carolina Athletics Diversity Committee, which selects the award and organizes the weekend’s events.