Scheyer: 'A lot of empathy' for fired UNC coach Hubert Davis
WRAL • • sports
Key Points:
- Jon Scheyer, Duke's head coach, empathizes with former North Carolina coach Hubert Davis, who was recently fired after five seasons and consecutive first-round NCAA Tournament exits.
- Both Scheyer and Davis share similar career paths, having played at their respective schools, served as assistants under legendary coaches, and then taken over as head coaches.
- Scheyer has led Duke to significant success, including three ACC titles in four seasons and three straight Elite Eight appearances, with the team currently vying for a Final Four spot.
- Scheyer acknowledges the fragile nature of coaching, especially during tournament season, and appreciates the challenges faced by his peers like Davis.
- Davis had notable victories against Duke, including wins in Coach K’s final home game and the 2022 Final Four, though overall Scheyer holds a winning record against Davis.
