Tar Heel Leaders of Distinction - University of North Carolina Athletics

Tar Heel Leaders of Distinction

September 26, 2022 | Leadership Academy

The Tar Heel Leader of Distinction Award is the highest honor bestowed by the Richard A. Baddour Carolina Leadership Academy. To be recognized, a student-athlete must be a proven leader, as acknowledged by coaches and peers.

Leaders of Distinction by the Numbers

Past Honorees:
• By Year
• By Team
• By First Name
• By Last Name

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Tar Heels Honor Leaders of Distinction

Thursday, October 27

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Thursday, April 21

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Wednesday, January 19

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Friday, January 22

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Friday, November 21

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Friday, November 21