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A year ago, she played for UNC. Now, this Chadds Ford native is the Tar Heels’ head coach at age 23.

Erin Matson is one of the youngest Division I coaches in history. She succeeded Karen Shelton, who retired after 42 seasons of building the Tar Heels into one of the nation’s best programs.

Erin Matson was named North Carolina’s head coach in January at age 22, becoming one of the youngest Division I coaches in history. Now 23, she's gearing up for her first season.
Erin Matson was named North Carolina’s head coach in January at age 22, becoming one of the youngest Division I coaches in history. Now 23, she's gearing up for her first season.Read moreCourtesy Erin Matson/ Jeffrey A. Camarati