Three UNC football prospects head to event in Florida

Posted Jul 23, 2010
Bayside defensive back Demetrious Nicholson, Oscar Smith wide receiver Quinta Funderburk and Kempsville linebacker Travis Hughes will be leaving for Florida on Friday to compete in the second annual Champion Gridiron Kings. The elite high school event features 65 of the best players in the game in seven skill positions: quarterback, running back, tight end, wide receiver, linebacker, cornerback and safety. The event is Saturday and Sunday at the ESPN Wide World of Sports Complex in Orlando, Fla. (Virginian-Pilot)

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