Last night’s loss to Oregon in the San Diego County Credit Union Holiday Bowl is one where “moral victories” provide a sense of hope heading into the next season.
The North Carolina Tar Heels fielded a thin roster where many youngsters were on the field. Despite Oregon’s opt-outs and transfers, the oddsmakers did not give Carolina much of a chance.
Yet, UNC held the lead from 26 seconds left in the first half to 19 seconds left in the game. And there was still a sliver of hope at the end with just one second to play.